I never find the time to do everything, but love the things I do. Very easy to make friends with and never judge people by what others have said, as I am capable of finding out for myself.BIOBorn in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK. Was lousy at school and taught myself later on in life. Suffered a long illness in childhood and was constantly bullied on my return to school and so glad when I left. First ever job was making cricket bats and hockey sticks.
My interests have changed through life but are all art orientated. I can draw a little but don't bother much now only on the computer. Retired early due to redundancy and have no desire to start again. Live more comfortable than most in this sorry world, though I do sponsor third world children. My lot has not always been a happy one, but I am so grateful for what I have. I know a lot of people who I love and they love me in return, what more could a man ask.
The photograph is years old and was taken by my Aunt who is now in her 86th year. I have kept my hair although it has gone from blonde to grey. The rest of me is not in bad condition although I have gained a little weight due to inactivity with a broken ankle. I am hoping for some decent weather so that I can cycle the countryside once again. Best wishes, Dave - 12th April 2005
23rd June 2005 - I have just removed my favourite artists list, not out of malice it's just to stop the dreaded ebots :) I had a lot more favourites than was listed anyway so it was not up-to-date. I love you all but I must devote time to my wife who is not mobile anymore and needs my help. I may stop by from time to time, but if not I still think of you all. Yours sincerely, Dave
Comments (21)
Zacko
Another wonderful collage filled with beautiful macros!!! Yes, that is a problem i can relate to as well. Happens at times but it always seems to work out eventually. Excellent work!!!!
stormsong
Excellent shots! wonderful colors and details. :)
sossy
a beautiful collection again! the first one is a nose and eye killer for me! (allergie) LOL
TwoPynts
I had that problem once last week...but it has been okay since then. A lovely collage here, I like how they are all so different. I great taste of spring!
CDBrugg
lovely - I have had the problem before - It seems to happen early Monday mornings US time - site maintenance?
ana-maria
Another lovely collage with beautiful greatings from the spring. Looks excellent!!!
chantal-france
Beautiful collage of these spring flowers!! I especially love the one in upper left corner :)) Excellent work!
Haeberle
Beautiful collage again ! Could you post the english names of these flowers/plants next time please ? lower left: poppy ? lower right: cherry ? upper right: daffodil ? upper left: willow catkin ? Please send me an IM if I'm wrong, while knowing most animals, I've difficulties to classify plants :-) Thanks chris
escafeld
I will do my very best to answer Chris, however this may be my last posting. I am deeply offended by the insensitive remarks made by RedundantlyAbundant and I am afraid I lowered myself to his level when defending the rights of the absolute amateur. I have lots of so called crap from my early days and proud of it. And furthermore if some people want to make a contest out of it, so what, who cares. I do not want to make enemies and wish to apologise to everyone for my outburst. Here goes. Key: left to right top, then left to right bottom. Montage #1 Fungi - Bramble - Lichen - Cactus Montage #2 Aconite/Monkshood - Catharanthus/Vinca/Periwinkle - Nastursum - Galanthus/Snowdrop Montage #3 Willow Catkin - Narcissus/Daffodil - Eschscholzia californica (Papaveraceae)/California Poppy - Prunus/Ornamental Cherry
Enmos
Gorgeous shots here, beautifully presented !!! Well done !! :o)
Lledeline
Beautiful flowers. I hope you will go on posting photos because I love them very much even if I've not always the time or the mood to put comments. Don't mind about some remarks. Like you I'm an amateur and I think we are your place in RR.
soulofharmony
okay made it back for a second attempt..as l see you too .. had the error page yes it happens often and getting worse.. l too suffer the same problems...... this is a beautiful montage of sprig delights.. well presented and beautiful p'graphy.. wish l knew how to do montages sighes... excellent work :)
zulaan
Love the colors !!!!! Beautiful series ;)
RedundantlyAbundant
I respect that you told me to stick it where the sun don't shine. I am not against the amateurs - I am against the ones who are stagnant - who's photography is hopelessly terrible. I have seen many artists here blossom and it is a beautiful thing. I do regret my remarks last night...it was insensitive but there is truth. Maybe your definition of crap is boader than mine...please don't martyr yourself for the sake of the amateurs. Regardless, this is a beautful presentation of flowers.
jimry
Yep, four stunning shots Dave....a beautiful presentation too :)
tvernuccio
Springtime your way already? looks like it!!!! Love those beautiful flowers!!!! i hope you will stick around. i have a lot to say on the subject, but i'm just way to angry to say it. now. see my most recent upload for more info. i really wanna say something. keepin' my mouth shut for NOS though. beautiful work!!!
diomedes66
A magnificent collage of lovely flowers as well as a superb presentation. Wonderfully done!
Onslow
I enjoy your images immensley - this series of collages showing flowers is of a particular high quality.
cynlee
we're a tempermental bunch... don't take what you read to heart... these are lovely... nothing wrong with shooting flowers... they're a popular subject! :]
jcv2
Some flowers are walked over by feet, other by tanks. The effect is the same, delicate flowers are hit in their blooming time. But... nature is resilient and even heavily bent stems still find ways to let their flowers bloom sometimes! There are always those who know to handle delicate objects and those who do not know how to do that. Be assured your work IS good and the comments you received (besides a single one here and there...) emphasize the quality of your work. Don't let the sting of one bee let you move to another house. Perhaps the flowers are not crisp here but 1) you SAW them 2) you SHOT them and 3) you POSTED them! Kinda veni vidi vici and it works great! Your collage IS beautiful!!!
Lehsa
Don't let the idiots who come into forums and ruin it for others make you leave Esca. If that were the case I'd have left quite a few sites by now. LOL You have some beautiful images. Makes me want to go over there and take some pics now. Just no cash to visit the far side of the pond. :D