Hi and welcome friend !
Welcome ,and thank you for your visit .
Benvenuto / venuta, e Grazie per visitarmi ! Ho parecchi amici e amiche italiane.
Certe volte, quando ho tempo scrivo una traduzione anche in italiano per i miei amici dall'Italia !


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I’ve been tagged so here’s 16 things about myself.

1. been there, seen it all, done it all....forgotten most of it.
2. I hate and detest advertisements and avoid them like the plague !
3. I like graceful things and things done in style.
4. There is a special place in my heart for animals.
5. I moan quite a bit but it’s because I’m a perfectionist !
6. I love carnations and the colour green oxide of chromium.
7. I am lucky and grateful because I’m talented.
8. I like to make people feel good but still learning patience !
9. I’m useless in selling my wares !
10. I can fix almost anything !!
11. the ultimate spiritual act is to be of service to others....I try.
12. My pencils are always sharp and my brushes clean and rinsed.
13. I’m bi-lingual so from this I understand there’s always two sides to a story !!
14. People without fine manners are a turnoff to me : worse than body odour !
15. I like to cry sometimes and I like to think that I have a sense of humour.
16. I have compassion for suffering .



Revised : 24th August 2008

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THe following photos of mine have been on EXPLORE :


1. 1728, 2. BuffyDog, 3. Me and PussPuss, 4. Reflection of boy, 5. Pusses on Rails, 6. Moi, 7. Dante Rosetti Watercolour Copy, 8. PussPuss 9 Lives,

9. Pendant 22 002, 10. Puss 007, 11. Gardn 013, 12. Gardn 012, 13. Bloxwich, 14. Veins (2b), 15. Fused Glass 010, 16. IMG_0962

Now, a little about myself....I'm both lazy and a miserable ghit. Only kidding.........!

I am first an artist I suppose, then a photographer. But I think one and other are like a horse and carriage. I like to think that I am an imaginative kind that likes to transport himself on inspirational trips that are not necessarily of this realm here on earth, although I use props that are all around us like leaves and flowers and trees. I hope you enjoy and perhaps find some inspiration yourself from my images-----if you do please let me know as it would make me feel very good to know I have done something for somebody. I will visit you when you hit on my pics leaving a comment.... which is always welcome and I will rteciprocate as soon as I can.

Creating great images is what all photographers aspire to : It’s a very exciting past time but for me
it’s a bit more than that. I started many years ago with a Praktica and 35 mm B/W. All the magic was born out of the darkroom in all-night sessions ! All Self taught .
I am not a Photoshop freak as a lot of us are, but use
Corel Photoshop Pro X2 and Jasc Paint Shop Pro as well
as Serif PagePlus and allied packages.

I am a graphic artist / designer (now retired) and I w i l l do some enhancing if I think it would improve a photo.
I regard a digital tool as I would a paint brush or an airbrush, I paint what I see in my imagination as we all do.
I still paint and draw manually too.


I get excited, also, about other interests , mainly Jewellery making and now I also tinker with
Polymer Clay.

In the Flickr community I was influenced by the amazing Art of OOB. (Out Of Bounds) Photography , which involves intense Digital manipulation. Mainly, it is to do with making cut outs which I spend an inordinate amount of time doing but I do enjoy it very much (the graphic artist in me).
I use a Pen Tablet.
Here is one example and a link to more of my work.....

www.flickr.com/photos/silverartist/sets/72157606396064553/

OOB Mother & Son

44356910@N00 Your photo is fantastic and would look even more fantastic made into an OOB (Out of Bounds). Please visit our group to find out more. Click here to be forwarded


I like being a little outrageous and I love variety and diversity.
I love to visit flickers' photostreams and I get inspired by them, always making notes.


I make silver and gold jewellery for a hobby....please see some of my work ===============================

www.flickr.com/photos/silverartist/sets/72157603588832169/




I also love lettering and typefaces. I have experience with Illuminated Manuscripts, Calligraphy . . .
some of my hand drawn examples are in my stream if you want to have a peek at those. www.flickr.com/photos/silverartist/sets/72157603353382891/
Here is just one of them . . .
Manuscript 6

This Manuscript above is one of my hand-drawn jobs.

. . .Find satisfaction and you will find fulfillment !!!



Love gives naught but itself and takes naught but from itself. Love possesses not nor would it be possessed; For love is sufficient unto love. Kahlil Gibran


I am a big fan of Khalil ====================
look up his works .............
www.inner-growth.info/khalil_gibran_prophet/html/kahlil_g...



I like helping anyone who needs assistance in any way I can. I don’t mind criticism and sometimes I
dish it out constructively. I love a sense of humour which I find is invigorating.

I speak Italian and was born in Gorizia near Venice.
Parlo italiano e sono nato a Gorizia , vicino Venezia.

I have a qualification to teach English to foreigners. . .TEFL
(Teaching English as a Foreign Language)

I am a child of the 60s ==== an ageing Hippy, and then later I was a Mod (as opposed to a Rocker).

I love Music, all kinds. Religion ? I am a born-again non-believer in anything Orthodox !

I think getting to know Mother Earth is much underrated and more natural than man-made religions !!

I know some Latin and a lot about Christianity but it is a subject that is not very clever, but that is just my opinion.


A lot of blood spilt wearing the badge of religion. But if you find you need it then go for it as long as you try to keep an open mind ! You should not be dictated what to believe !

I believe in The Ultimate Intelligence which is evident when I look through the camera lens. Using the camera is teaching me to look and to see, and then I find myself !

I always burn incence , I have my favourites , mostly of Indian origin. I listen to music most of the time . . .could not live without it !

Please don’t take my photos as Faves and run. . ....without commenting.......then I
W I L L block you . . .and please don’t steal !
Ask 1st ! In other words ALL MY PHOTOS ARE NOT TO BE USED COMMERCIALLY without
my permission. They are Copyrighted.



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OCT 07- PussPuss 002
This fellow PussPuss is one best Friend of mine. He is with me most of the time and he is my No. 1 subject in
front of the lens !!
Sadly, he has now gone to the Rainbow Bridge and I always think about him !
I also have an Airedale Terrier , lovely and with doggytude !
I love and respect all animals !

I Also have great respect and am in awe of our T r e e s.
I have a large collection of them from around the world.

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  • Tale mamma... tale figlia! by Saletti Donatella
  • Ara chloroptera by Saletti Donatella
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  • Another Sweet Moment by Rainfire Photography
  • C1990 - La nature en relief. by mika53 Too busy for her liking.!
  • Joker Marionette by Jim Priest Drawings
  • 蕨葉 by odyssey8joe2010
  • The Cloisters by ninoignacio
  • **CINCIA BIGIA** by coach48
  • Fatale Sweet Dreams by L' Alquimista
  • Dreams - Happy weekend by Pilar Azaña
  • Arte da Montagem by LenaSacchetto
  • 1151 Cadell de gos by QuimG
  • Orchidées by Barbara DALMAZZO-TEMPEL.
  • Affacciato al mondo - Appearing at the world by AlexOHara
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    Jenny Rainbow says:

    "Tim is a heartful and thoughtful person with a great sense of humor and fantastic attitude to the life, to the people and to the nature... His artistic kitchen is offering a great mix of wise and unexpected ideas with generous part of humor and beauty.
    You are very unique and kind person, Tim, and Im happy to meet you here, please keep up your artistic works and blesses on your life and artistic way!

    With warmest wishes to you,
    Jenny"

    12th December, 2011

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    dubonnet says:

    "Thought I should update my testimonial! I've known his work now for several years.
    Tim is a uniquely creative and talented artist. He quickly masters anything he puts his mind and hand to, and has a diversity of interests. It's always fun to see what he'll come up with next. The care he takes with his work shows his attention to detail. I wish I had half your talent Tim. You're definitely a free spirit and one of a kind."

    22nd August, 2011

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    phatpuppycreations says:

    "A great friend and an inspiration to all who view his art. Everything he creates comes straight from his heart.... he is true to himself and it's an honor to experience his beautiful work each day..."

    2nd March, 2011

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    ketztx4me says:

    "Tim defines Renaissance man in more ways than one--the diversity of his talent and interests, his quick wit and sharp sense of humor, and above all his kindness; always ready with praise--in a world where people are all too ready to show their worst instincts online--just look on any message board--he is an oasis of encouragment and inspiration.

    Namaste, my friend."

    3rd December, 2010

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    ~Gini~ Joia Bela says:

    "Tim is one of those rare, amazing people who has so much talent and is willing to share it, and his expertise, with everyone whom he encounters. Whether it be his painting, his pottery, his silversmithing or his photography, he doesn't just dabble in it, he masters it! Thank you Tim for all your advise, your wisdom, your wit and your humor. People like you make the world a brighter place.

    Tim is a featured artist of waterloggedblog.blogspot.com (sorry, you'll have to cut and paste that into your browser, as I'm not allowed to post html here!)"

    10th January, 2010

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    Rivertay says:

    "I like people who care passionately about things. i like people who are a bit wacky and refuse to conform. i like people who take the time to comment constructively and I admire people with a true artistic talent. Not many fit this bill....but Tim does. More power to your elbow my friend

    Rick"

    8th December, 2009

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    CAGW (internet problems) says:

    "Tim has been a real friend and inspiration to me during my short time as a Flickr member. He has always been ready to offer help regarding any number of issues ranging from the workings of Flickr to aspects of photography itself. Tim has also provided a sypathetic and positive response to my recent difficulties in my teaching career which has been a great source of comfort to me.

    Tim's photostream has shown me the 'art of the possible' with his surperb creative skills both in terms of his photographic skill (shooting and editing) but also his craftsmanship particularly the 'jelly mounts' and cut keys. I always look forward to viewing his uploads because I'm guaranteed to see top quality work.

    His work is a shining example of creative artistic skill at its finest and long may it continue."

    10th February, 2009

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    silver67 says:

    "Semplicemente un grande uomo! Una fantasia incessante, una creatività che scaturisce come un fiume in piena. Il giusto mix di fotografia e illustrazione... e poi naturalmente un grande nuovo amico! I have never seen such a creative man!
    ciao
    Alessandro"

    1st October, 2008

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    BelindaLee says:

    "Everything I want to say about Tim is already said here by many others on Flickr. I am truly blessed to be able to call him 'friend'. Great sense of humor and highly talented. Never fails to put a smile on my face."

    22nd August, 2008

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    c.sigma says:

    "Tim è un carissimo amico qui su flickr, ed un vero artista. I suoi bellissimi lavori rispecchiano non solo la sua bravura tecnica, ma anche
    la sua sensibilità , la sua grande creatività e la sua simpatia che riesce ad esprimere attraverso foto spesso ricche di senso umoristico ed incredibile fantasia Grande Tim !!!"

    25th July, 2008

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    mpenoushliev says:

    "Tim definitely deserves the "Friends" category from the "Flickr Contacts" page. Always in touch and with a kind comment. Love his photostream; great macro shots, as well as some clever and funny photos (quite a sense of humor)! Keep up the good work, and thanks for being a friend :)"

    19th July, 2008

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    ♥ Kia-Ora ♥ Pin down-under ♥ Heather.♥. says:

    "Tim....I call you, very proudly...MY FRIEND xx

    This man invented the word talent....
    This man invented the word fun..
    This man invented the word friendship...unconditional...
    This man invented the word love...

    Please check out his stream, the artwork will astound you...
    Leave you totally gobsmacked and inspired...
    As you flow through his stream you will realize what a
    real piece of art work looks like...

    ~~HAVE A LAUGH ALONG THE WAY~~~

    Tim is my friend ...I am so glad you touched my life.
    Heather xx"

    14th May, 2008

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    .aylin. says:

    "Tim is one of my best friends on Flickr! I like his work because it's always full of positive energy... especially his PussPuss series always make me smile :))
    Tim is a wonderful artist and also a wonderful friend! i'm proud to call him my friend!"

    8th May, 2008

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    qqLauraqq says:

    "Silver ArTiSt is a friendly Flickrite who has something fun and whimsical in his photo stream almost every day. He is extremely creative and works hard to display his talents on Flickr. I enjoy peeking into his photo stream often to see what interesting and novel creation will turn up next. Thanks, Silver ArTiSt, for bringing your unique and special talents to Flickr.
    Laura"

    27th January, 2008

Name:
Tim
Joined:
May 2007
Currently:
Staffordshire, United Kingdom
I am:
Male and Taken
Occupation:
Graphic Artist /Designer (retired)