I was so sad when I heard the new, what a terrible loss. I came across Dan's work as a student and was instantly hooked by his striking style and the complex ayers of meaning in each image which made them almost puzzle-like. I knew very little about Dan as a person but he clearly touched a lot of people with his warmth and personality, thank you for this moving tribute to him Raj x
I am grateful to you for introducing me to Dan and his work, and so saddened that an artist my age is no longer with us. He was indeed the real deal and can imagine a wonderful person to have known. Deeply moving to see the photos of him shared on his website and very strange to discover him and his awe-inspiring work for the first time. We all must pursue creativity and not let self-doubt and fear get in the way of that, because it can so easily be taken away from us altogether. Some people like Dan, no matter how brief the encounter, can change your life, and light up your soul and heart, seems like he left an engraving on yours and so many others. It is a strong reminder that life is fleeting and too short to not create work that enables you to connect to another soul and celebrate the life we get to live. I am listening to your recommendation, and am now an instant fan of Dan, he lives on, thank you, Raj, and cheers to Dan x
I'm so glad I could introduce his work to you. Yes, his website is very moving. The photos, his statement, its all heartbreaking. It feels like he was on the cusp of a new chapter of his life.
I do find strength in knowing that, as you say, an encounter with one person can inspire so much. That is what I will take away from this - we have the ability to really inspire, and spread so much good energy through what we put into the world. Thanks for sharing the post and your thoughts!
I was so sad when I heard the new, what a terrible loss. I came across Dan's work as a student and was instantly hooked by his striking style and the complex ayers of meaning in each image which made them almost puzzle-like. I knew very little about Dan as a person but he clearly touched a lot of people with his warmth and personality, thank you for this moving tribute to him Raj x
I am grateful to you for introducing me to Dan and his work, and so saddened that an artist my age is no longer with us. He was indeed the real deal and can imagine a wonderful person to have known. Deeply moving to see the photos of him shared on his website and very strange to discover him and his awe-inspiring work for the first time. We all must pursue creativity and not let self-doubt and fear get in the way of that, because it can so easily be taken away from us altogether. Some people like Dan, no matter how brief the encounter, can change your life, and light up your soul and heart, seems like he left an engraving on yours and so many others. It is a strong reminder that life is fleeting and too short to not create work that enables you to connect to another soul and celebrate the life we get to live. I am listening to your recommendation, and am now an instant fan of Dan, he lives on, thank you, Raj, and cheers to Dan x
I'm so glad I could introduce his work to you. Yes, his website is very moving. The photos, his statement, its all heartbreaking. It feels like he was on the cusp of a new chapter of his life.
I do find strength in knowing that, as you say, an encounter with one person can inspire so much. That is what I will take away from this - we have the ability to really inspire, and spread so much good energy through what we put into the world. Thanks for sharing the post and your thoughts!