Date Joined: 8 August 2002 Hello My name is Daniel O'Byrne, ÂÂ
The belief that a good photograph is the result of a good camera places the importance upon the equipment rather than upon the photographer. It emphasizes the machine rather than the man, the tool rather than the artist, the technology rather than the artistic intent. It is as if Monet had been told that the reason why his paintings were so beautiful was because he had such good paintbrushes. Or as if Paul Bocuse’s culinary excellence was explained away by his use of superlative pots and pans. Or again if Yo-Yo Ma had been informed that his Stradivarius was solely responsible for the stunning quality of his music.ÂÂ
One can be inspired and have an idea, be very creative in making this idea into a work of art, have developed the required level of craftsmanship, without the outcome of one’s efforts being motivated by the desire to follow a vision for one’s entire body of work. Vision is an overriding envelope that encompasses both inspiration and creativity. It is a blanket that covers the entire artist’s work, a blanket that often comes later in the life of an artist, after one has perfected one’s art and moved beyond the commonplace outcome that most artists have to go through. For this reason I placed vision as the third step of this process. I placed it there not because it comes necessarily at the end of the process but because in life it is often something that artists discover later on.
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Certainly, a master needs a masterful instrument, be it a camera, paintbrushes, pots and pans or a violin, as in my examples, or other tool, since this list can be expanded to include many other professions. But to say that the quality of the art is caused solely by the quality of the instrument is to miss the point altogether about the importance of the artist. It is missing the point about the human factor, about the man or the woman that actually made use of this instrument. After all, art is made by artists and not by tools. Tools are inanimate objects that need someone to set them in motion. And to set a tool in motion so that art is created through the use of this tool, an artist is needed.
I am now retired from working as a Mental Health professional having worked in the Royal Air Force and National Health Service, giving me more time to persue my photography and artwork. I am a Semi Professional Photoghrapher. Here you will find a collection of my photographs and a selection of Digital Art, Traditional Painting and Sketches that I have also used the digital medium to enhance. Please feel free to pass on any comments. My Camera Gear
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Comments (43)
sharky_
Such an excellent capture of this owl. Aloha
nathalie06
Ciao Danny ! My favorite owl is came back ! This particular of his feather is incredible. It's so delicated and soft. You've made a great serie of shot of this owl. I just miss to hear him... and to seen him fly away to an old tree in the middle of the forest. Sei bravissimo Danny ! I hope you are all right and take care of you. With all my friendship. Nathalie, always with Giancarlo.
susanmoses
A wise soul I'd imagine... amazing shot Danny-O :O)
marybelgium
Excellent capture ! Impressive and great expression !
mss
The silhouetted feather textures and multiple patterned colors and the eye highlight set off by a rich dark background combine to make this a feast for the eyes!
Punaguy
Beautiful work here. Such a sharp and clear closeup of an impressive bird..Well done!
cynlee
what a doll!! bigger & possibly wiser? what a hoot eh... superb shot danny-O :]
SNAKEY
Toyto alba...... in latin............. a beautiful birdie;) from the masters eye socket.;)
kenmo
Incredible capture...V
Tedz
You have been spending a lot of time in that Barn....at Night...and presumably alone....have You cottoned on to some Milk Maid?...not that I give a Hoot...manly hugz...splendid Photography ...squeeze
tizjezzme
Wow, what a great capture... V!
CDBrugg
lovely shot!!!
b2amphot
Splendid detail, esp the down on the face. Such fascinating coloring, quite surprised by it. Wonderful shot.
kansas
Thanks again. She is beautiful and looks like a wise old bird.
PaisleyRose
Excellent shot! I love owls.... and this one is gorgeous. Your POV is wonderful. :)
Zacko
Wonderful capture of such a fluffly little fella!!! Soooooo cute!!!
DJB
The way you capture the softness of feathers and the colours is brilliant. Lifelike in every way.
Blush
Beautiful So soft looks like you could reach out and pet this beauty Vote n hugs Susan~
WonderfulCreation
Woooow, imho the most beautifull owl and one of my favorite birds... And an awesome shot thisa is (wish I had ever seen one in real live and living )
SophiaDeer
Outstanding and regal!! Beautiful colored feathers.
vlaaitje
such a AWESOME details.....I can't get enough of this photograph.....it's really gorgeous...especially the feathers
kenwas
The feather textures yoiu have beautifully captured!
RodolfoCiminelli
Wonderful shot very opportune!!!
tallpindo
It makes one wonder what barn owls think about during the day. A fine animal print.
Jay7347
Danny, this is a wonderful portrait...nicely done!!! Vote -jay
i-popba
Excellent capture...!! just wonderful...love it.
TwoPynts
Great detail and beautiful plumage. An excellenct capture of this female!
sossy
but it is a gorgeous capture of this beautiful owl again! love the soft and fantastic featherdress! ;o)
walters4it
Great and very soft shot, perfect light and colours. Well done!!! Regards....
Lledeline
Wonderful capture.