Lead Singer of Los Mex Pistols perform live @ Johnny B's
If your not dancing to this music you must be dead. If you missed them (an my sweet baby Nicole’s Birthday-don’t talk to me ever again!
Lead singer at Johnny B's Medford Oregon
Lead Singer performing live in Medford
Lead singer of The Salamanders during their live performance tonight at Johnny B’s in Medford Oregon. These guys are slamming hot. Get your ass down here. Now.
What is the definition of a good wine? It should start & end with a smile.” -William Sokolin
‘Floral Escapes’ photography collection by Lisa Byrne
Now showing at Liquid Assets Wine Bar through mid-July
-A comfortable, elegant & refined atmosphere with fine art,
live music, gourmet food & ample wine selection-
For more information contact Lisa Byrne
541-488-0663
*Liquid Assets Wine Bar is open daily, 3PM to Midnight at 96 N Main St. Ashland, OR
In “Politics and the English Language,” George Orwell provides six rules for writers:
Lets see how Orwell holds up against my journal entry today:
Orchids become starfish.
(Okay, okay, that’s the edited version. Shut up and enjoy the photo!)
It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye-The Little Prince
I used to think that it was my camera. Or my lens. Or my computer. That was responsible for my not being satisfied with my images. If only I had a new camera, or faster lens, or new monitor (or: place expensive object here) my work would be better. But recently I realized it wasn’t any of these things. It was actually me this whole time. Not paying close enough attention. To light. To focus. To depth of field. To color. To my own vision of what could be.
Sometimes I was looking, but I only really tried if there was a camera in my hand. Or if the battery was charged. or if I had an empty media card. Or when I had some extra time. If the light wasn’t gone. And my movie was over. And I wasn’t tired. Finally, I am listening to my heart. It’s a voice I have always known, but never paid close enough attention to. Until now. What has your heart been saying to you lately. Please tell me.
Have a gorgeous day!
Sincerely
Lisa Byrne
Just living is not enough…one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower”-Hans Christian Andersen
Habits block mystery. We think they keep us safe, but they can keep us separate. Sometimes circumstances and events will break them for us. Chronic Fatigue helped break me apart. Photography helped me make sense of the pieces.
One spring I stayed home, because I would pass out if I walked around. Tulips were blooming by the door. They were buoyant and bold. I had not photographed them before. I picked up my camera and started looking around. Some poppies caught my eye. Then the roses down the street. And the sunflowers in the schoolyard. Pretty soon I wandered to the local cafe.
One day I left my coffee abruptly in order to check on a peony. That’s when I realized hanging out with flowers had changed me. As a portrait photographer, I wasn’t prepared. I balked quite a bit. Flowers? Really? Um… flower photos weren’t part of my plan. But I was being led somewhere and exquisite things were happening.
Working with Photoshop and digital files eases the way. The computer allows me the entire process. This could be done in a lab, with film. This could be done by a child. But a child would do a better job. I have spent a decade trying to reach this place. A child would only need a few moments. They would say dirt, wilted petals, spider webs, and bugs are welcome to stay. Children see dandelions and start making wishes. Adults see dandelions and reach for poison. Beauty is a choice.
Chronic Fatigue changed me. I was a young and not prepared. I balked quite a bit. Disabling illness? Really? Um…long term health problems were not part of my plan. But I am being led somewhere and exquisite things are happening. Sharing these images with you is one of them.
Please tell me what you see…
Sincerely,
Lisa Byrne
Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s party!” ~Robin Williams
Spring arrived early this week at Renu-a hair salon. Last night’s grand opening celebration was filled with guests, gourmet goodies, photography, flowers and champagne. If you missed the party the Floralscapes show will hang through April. Several pieces have already sold so please come by soon. Art cards are still available for purchase at the front desk. The salon is generally open Tuesday-Saturday if you want to drop by. Otherwise, call me and I will schedule a tour for you. 541-488-0663.
Thanks again everyone!
Space… the Final Frontier. These are the voyages of the starship Enterprise. Its five-year mission: to explore strange new worlds, to seek out new life and new civilizations, to boldly go where no man has gone before-Star Trek original TV series
Dear Family and Friends,
I am always seeking strange new worlds to photograph. This year, in order to boldly take my inner artist where she hasn’t gone before, I need your assistance. Do you have a gorgeous garden, (or space capsule, or amazingly friendly and photogenic dog?) If so, contact me and I’ll donate a color print in exchange for the chance to play ‘photographer’ in your realm. Have a lovely, creative day.
Sincerely,
Lisa Byrne
“Your work is to discover your work and then with all your heart to give yourself to it.” -Buddha
Food in my fridge. Friends who might call. My dog sleeping on a nearby pillow. What more do I need to get my work done? On some days, not much. Other days I can’t find enough time to complete the tasks I have in mind. Regardless if the moment I’m experiencing feels rough or easy, there is work to be done.
When times are ‘difficult’ bills need paying, plants need watering, dogs need walking. When times are ‘good’ bills need paying, plants need watering, dogs need walking. If you listen to the news, waiting for the ‘good’ times to begin, they never will.
So for me, Today is a wonderful day. After 20 years of living with the symptoms of Chronic Fatigue, I’m happy and grateful to sit here, preparing for my next show. The ability to perform even the most ‘mundane’ tasks, without mind numbing pain or without soul crushing fatigue is a gift and a blessing.
During these seemingly ‘difficult’ times, I’m focusing on the small miracles that occur throughout the day. Because they add up to poignant discoveries. Such as no longer feeling the need to separate my work from life from my friends, or from my dog. Or even from my bills, because getting them paid means relaxing in a long hot bath. Which might lead to creative thoughts, which might lead to inspiring action which might lead to…well…work!
Have a lovely, blessed day. Enjoy your work and your life- no one else can do it for you!
I am not a weed,” the flower replied, sweetly-The Little Prince
Weeds & Roses & Hydrangea-oh my! Large scale, brightly colored photographs of these particular flowers and more will be on display for the very first time at the February grand opening of RENU-a hair salon in Ashland Oregon. I will confirm the date & time of this event in a future post. E-mail announcements will be sent after January 25th-are you on my current mailing list? Send your request to lisabbyrne@hotmail.com
Until then, here’s a small preview for you to enjoy…
