I love a mystery. As a creative person I strive to understand our universe and how we fit into it. Hopefully I'll never completely figure it all out because then life would loose it's amazing spark. Solve the mystery––end the story. I want to live the story. I love art, filmmaking, photography, painting, art history, nature, urban energy, world cultures, Human form, Philosophy, organic food, and so on. My flaw is having more ideas for projects than I have time to create them.

In 2010 I shifted to fully digital work flow, acquiring a Canon 5d Mk II and changing the way I work. For example in landscape work, I will sometimes shoot as many as twenty images to cover one 'vision' of a location or place. I've also added lightroom to my workflow, using it to make adjustments upstream of final finishing in photoshop

When not shooting with the 5d mk II, I'm usually using a Hasselblad 205fc which has the internal zone meter I love
Scan on Imacon flextight II scanner
Process in Photoshop

In the studio, for still life, I'm shooting with a 4x5 view camera and either film or a digital scanning back by betterlight.

Printing now with Epson 9900

papers of interest at the moment:

Moab Entrada natural
Hahnemuhle photo rag baryta

Also experimenting printing on Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper with the intention of mixing prints in collage process for final display.







create your own visited countries map
or vertaling Duits Nederlands


check out my website: www.colvinart.com
check out my blog: dancolvin.squarespace.com/dans-art-blog/
and check out my film site: www.atlasdei.com
Atlas Dei Trailer on YouTube

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  • Just Saying Hello by Kristybee
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Arbor Lux's favorite photos from other Flickr members (12,142)

  • fly painting by marianna - abstract again
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  • 52 by Rob Scumaci
  • “From within or from behind, a light shines through us upon things, and makes us aware that we are nothing, but the light is all” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson by RiaPereira
  • ~HFF~ by RiaPereira
  • Chasing the sun in abstract by RiaPereira
  • Warm Green Bench by RiaPereira
  • Look up to the sky by RiaPereira
  • Magnolia by Femininelure
  • Kimmeridge Ledge by George-Edwards
  • Clandestine Manoeuvres by DraMan
  • The Dog God Conundrum by brancusi7
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    ~.charlie.~ ... says:

    "

    daniel's stream is totally inspiring to me... he takes me to enchanted lands and kingdoms ... he sees the world in a different way to most of us and presents us with true art ... i wait with bated breath for his uploads of imagination and creativity!!!""

    26th March, 2009

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    ~ qǝɐ ~ says:

    "Dan, Dan, Dan... The poet that don't need words, my muse of inspiration... but, above all, a great artist. Or not? Above all, a wonderful person that I would love to meet in real life. :)

    His mystical style (or zen approach, whatever you want to call It and whatever we talk about: shots or paintings) for me is really magical, reassuring... A world of fantasy that only can occur in the best and most beautiful dreams.

    You will not be disappointed by his ART. Because he's an artist, but a real one!

    Love ya, Dan. :)
    ¡¡¡MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMUACAAAA!!!"

    19th March, 2009

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    100%~Mirjam says:

    "Talented,
    Gifted with words and images,
    My eternal sparkle of spring
    I kiss thee my dear sir

    Mirjam"

    21st January, 2009

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    Zeyyah says:

    "Daniel is one of my best flickr-friends. He is a truely amazing artist with a passionate soul and a magical hand. Whether it is a brush stroke, a pencil line, or a photo click... the result is always the same... a work of true ART. Keep going my friend because it would be a sin to deprive the world from your art.

    Simply wonderful"

    20th November, 2008

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    tom.julio says:

    "in awe. in awe.
    creations and sensitivity.
    in awe."

    8th October, 2008

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    Leannaí Lir is very busy; flickr on/off says:

    "Search no further! The best creative work you're going to find on Flickr belongs here, and what a treasure trove you’ll find! Dan's work is high specialised and original and once you've seen his works, you’ll keep coming back for more !!

    Equally a highly accomplished & gifted artist as well as a photographer, Dan loves to explore and take risks with his art. His languid style of figurative art is a particular favourite of mine, but I also love the “story telling” art that will enchant & tease the viewer. And his love of nature can be found in some of amazing panoramic shots, that must be viewed large to appreciate the scale and incredible technique, that somehow Dan makes it look as if its easy to achieve. Its not!

    Flickr is very lucky to have someone of Dan’s cablibre, who apart from his incredible artistic gifts, his encouragement to others to explore their potential makes him is a highly valued and treasured contact for Flickr members. And I’m soooh lucky to have stumbled on is stream and found such inspiration, encouragement and a friend. Oh did I not mention his wicked SOH… lol :)

    Big hugs from your Western Elf xx"

    21st June, 2008

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    Nadyuuusha says:

    "This is what i call "How do you fave an entire photostream". Incredible works, Dan. You are one of the reasons why flickr is such a nice place. Your works keep people going, creating, imagening. i suck in your works like a sponge. Awesome, just awesome!"

    20th June, 2008

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    Mischievous Miss A says:

    "Mr Colvin is just a bundle of laughs once he's warmed up over a low flame. His art is full of diverse stuff and pops up encrusted with jewels on some sunny days.

    The best thing about him is that he lives miles away from me! No, seriously, the best thing about him is that he's got a heart as big as the moon and that makes him special!"

    19th June, 2008

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    Kristbjorg! says:

    "Daniel creates pure art. He is a brilliant painter and photographer, and he is able to merge the two together in such wonderful ways. Every image looks like a poem all by itself. I love visiting his stream, he is an inspiration to me."

    12th June, 2008

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    ~ ~ KatW says:

    "Daniel is by far my favorite artist on here, not only can he create works of art with paint and brushes, he can combine his photography with his other art forms and make magic happen. . . . .AND he's a wonderful person!
    I love how your creative mind works Dan! :))
    all my best,
    Kat"

    1st April, 2008

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    Elsita (Elsa Mora) says:

    "I found Daniel's portfolio today (how lucky I am!) and I have became his instant fan. You are great Daniel, as an Artist and as a human being. Through your creations I can see so much, everything is so positive and inspiring. THANK YOU for being out there sharing your art with us!
    Elsita :)"

    30th March, 2008

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    The Yele says:

    "Daniel's Art is a stunning Journey into a wonderful and sensitive atmosphere.

    When I look at Daniel's compositions I feel a poetical dimension,
    just coming into a mesmerizing and enchanting world!
    I really love his masterpieces full of evocative, thoughtful and distinct Visions.

    I highly recommend this Talented and Passionate visual Artist!"

    23rd February, 2008

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    soleá says:

    "Daniel's artistic talent is beyond....
    His work touches my senses and makes me dream of better places..
    Very inspiring too!!
    (Also he is one hell of a poet;)
    thanks for being my contact Daniel!!!"

    14th February, 2008

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    B o O says:

    "daniel.. you're an artist..
    every picture of this flickr is a real master piece
    i love you work.. wonderful and perfect.
    my best wishes to you !"

    5th November, 2007

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    Villi.Ingi says:

    "Daniel is an artist in the truest sense of the word.
    His work transports the viewer into that special
    magical place filled with wonder and awe.
    He is also one of the nicest people
    I have met here on Flickr."

    4th October, 2007

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    ScarletFaerie (K. Wood Photography) says:

    "A truly amazing and magical artist. I am in awe every time I visit his stream. Words can't describe the extraordinary worlds & realities he can create. I am continually inspired & enchanted and hope everyone who reads this will take the time to enjoy his art. I hope you keep creating for a long time to come, I'll be there enjoying the journey :)"

    30th September, 2007

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    Christian Davies says:

    "unique and special a true artist !"

    5th September, 2007

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    Helenina Sâme says:

    "I just can't believe there is no testimonial yet!
    Dan's art is so fascinating, an enchantement for the eyes and we just can't help but asking for more!There are wizzard magic and mystic wisdom, we feel we're walking in another world full of enigmatic energies.
    We could almost get lost in those creative and sometimes strange paths!
    Everything from his painting to his digital artworks has something to tell and inspiring waves to share.
    I am discovering something quite interesting and I thank you for that!"

    22nd August, 2007

Joined:
August 2007
Currently:
USA
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Male and Taken
Occupation:
Artist Filmmaker
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