Posted by Adiemus (Christchurch, New Zealand) on 27 February 2007 in Lifestyle & Culture.
A series of images dedicated to the beach artist at New Brighton beach, Christchurch. His name is Peter Donnelly. He generously allowed me to photograph him as he worked. If you're ever visiting New Brighton, go to the Pier at around 1030 when it's low tide, and he'll be there. Take a look at a completed work (not a lovely photograph though) at my blog http://www.adiemusfree.blogspot.com/
Hi guys! This year I'll be putting up fewer shots, but hopefully improving the quality at the same time. Sort of a 'best of' if you like. This community is terrific in so many ways - I love it even if I don't often comment. The people on here make it a great place to be. I'm also writing a health-related blog - if you're interested, hop on over to http://healthskills.wordpress.com/ and make yourself known!
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I like the subject and I'm wainting to see the series. How did you manage the angle in this photo?
27 Feb 2007 12:42am
@Behrooz: All (or most) of these photo's were taken from the pier which is a good few metres above the beach, and stretches out over the water.
Artist capturing another artist ... simply fantastic image! Love the angle in this one, too.
27 Feb 2007 1:47am
superb image. He is working bare foot. Its a nice feeling to be experiencing the tides touching flesh in foot.
27 Feb 2007 3:45am
@Srikaanth: Yes I agree, great to touch sand underfoot and cold water between the toes!
Great viewpoint - love this photo and looking forward to seeing more!
27 Feb 2007 4:36am
nice subject.. like the placement in the frame
27 Feb 2007 4:51am
Wonderful image - excellent perspective - love the shadow - very well done!
27 Feb 2007 5:02am
Very good image. Its quite a character and there definitely something intriguing about this!
Good job, Adiemus.
27 Feb 2007 6:34am
I like his pose. He looks like he's thinking about what masterpiece to create next.
27 Feb 2007 6:49am
@dYe: He was, he stood there for about 4 - 5 minutes before starting...
Great angle and love the shadow!
27 Feb 2007 7:31am
Wonderful composition & pov.
27 Feb 2007 8:06am
what form of art does he do?perhaps u can show us that....neways nice composition here....
27 Feb 2007 9:10am
@anden: You'll see more soon!!
His isolation in the frame reflects well his mental isolation as he prepares. Lovely!
27 Feb 2007 9:16am
@Stu: Thank you! I also tried to show the amount of space he seems to clear around him - some sort of psychic blank canvas that people respect even if they don't like the works that he does.
Lovely image. So simply yet so compelling.
27 Feb 2007 9:17am
he looks like he's thinking very very hard. his pose makes me wanna see more of what he's gonna do in a minute. its like waiting for something to happen, waiting to pounce. nice shot. (:
27 Feb 2007 9:22am
@shiqi: Goody! That's the effect I wanted!
A great take! Well done!
27 Feb 2007 9:24am
Excellent first photo in this series. You've got me (and a lot others) hooked! Love to she how he's working and what he was making. Can't wait for tomorrow.
27 Feb 2007 9:33am
Fantastic picture. Lots of character in your subject, and lots to admire in your composition.
27 Feb 2007 10:12am
@Daroru: Thanks! I hope you enjoy the series!
Ok, there was a pier...I was wondering where you were .
27 Feb 2007 11:13am
brilliant moment, brilliant capture.
27 Feb 2007 11:21am
It's very cool how you took the picture.
27 Feb 2007 12:13pm
Excellent picture, I don't know how you did to take it, but it's very nicely done.
@Tim: Stood above him on the pier overlooking the beach.
nice shot... capture the moment as the artist prepare himself... nice open space... so much deep thought as to what's the next creation going to be
27 Feb 2007 12:46pm
What an extrordinary photo. You can 'feel' it. It is rare that anyone can capture a sense of tension like this photo delivers. Wow. Great one Bronnie.
27 Feb 2007 1:11pm
@Helen: Thank so much - he's a very photogenic subject too!
This is a great shot. Nice composition, great angle. Very cool!
27 Feb 2007 2:23pm
great shot!
27 Feb 2007 3:39pm
Superb composition!
27 Feb 2007 4:10pm
I like this moment of concentration before the performance. The angle is perfect because allows to see the shadow. Good shot!
27 Feb 2007 5:01pm
@Pawel: Thanks, although the deep shadow and bright contrast made exposure an interesting experience!
I love the shadow and his contemplation at the blank canvas before him.
27 Feb 2007 7:00pm
great image, Bronnie, and like everyone, can't wait to see what's next.
27 Feb 2007 7:35pm
Wonderful image! You can only imagine what he's thinking.
27 Feb 2007 8:00pm
Yeah..a wonderful image. Looking forward to these...
28 Feb 2007 3:08am
Ditto everyone - nice shot
28 Feb 2007 12:46pm
YOU DID A GREAT JOB IN MAKING HIS CREATIVITY PUBLIC TO THE WORLD, BRAVO
1 Mar 2007 5:41am
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