Miguel de Ozarko
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The Boy
I'm thinking of the boy, when we crossed the railroad trestle
an hour ago, his brown hair fallen onto his face which tilted
away from the harsh sun, down toward the water and foam where
pylons stood in the way. I'm thinking of his arms, so thin
and white, the weathered, metal cross spar they rested upon,
the wooden timbers underneath and their creosote stains. I
can still see his legs dangle in air and the slow swing of his
feet, back and forward, as if to a private syncopation, a minuet
perhaps, though it seems unlikely. He might have answered had we
spoken, if not for the river, our elevation and emptiness under
each step, beam to beam, the unexpected train, the distance
between us. He seemed intent, as we left him, on the water
or something in the water, maybe the half sunken log, its
shadow like a ligature to the shore. Or the specular light,
the fish, its sudden escape and return, the diffusion of
ripples, their perfect reiteration. But I know what held
the boy aloft, and I wish I could go back and tell him, if
he were still there and would listen, not to let go, but go on,
toward those who will love and wound him, no matter what, no
matter how placid the water and soothing its call. I want to say,
go and live, for the sake of us all, and write these very words.
-- Miguel de Ozarko
(MIchael of the Ozarks) is 1/2 of MichaeLynn Borich
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I've been meaning to post this testimonial for some time. Miguel is one of my very favorite Flickr artists. His photos/digital paintings are exquisite, full of richness and depth.....and often accompanied by lovely poetry or narrative. And he is so supportive of other artists on Flickr. It is a pleasure to follow his… Read more
I've been meaning to post this testimonial for some time. Miguel is one of my very favorite Flickr artists. His photos/digital paintings are exquisite, full of richness and depth.....and often accompanied by lovely poetry or narrative. And he is so supportive of other artists on Flickr. It is a pleasure to follow his work and have him as a Flickr friend.
Read lessMiguel 's stream is an amazing Virtual Art Gallery and a pleasure to continually explore.......Superb Artistry setting many moods...His sharing of feelings will always be appreciated.
I AM THINKING OF THE BOY _REAL ARTIST & ARTISTIC _PICS ARE AWESOME
Miguel is a wonderful artist with a wide range of influences and an understanding of art history that spans many centuries. He speaks fluently in many genres - his bright colors evoke Fauves, and his pure geometric shapes respect cubists. He is a natural colorist, and some of his beautiful paintings pay homage to the I… Read more
Miguel is a wonderful artist with a wide range of influences and an understanding of art history that spans many centuries. He speaks fluently in many genres - his bright colors evoke Fauves, and his pure geometric shapes respect cubists. He is a natural colorist, and some of his beautiful paintings pay homage to the Impressionists, worthy of Monet himself. Some of his heavy black lines are reminiscent of Rowalt, and the mystical quality of some works speaks of surrealism. Miguel not only includes such huge, unusual and different elements, but also combines them all to make them uniquely his own.
Read lessI am overwhelmed by the poetic beauty of your images....
Your passion for the photographed image speaks in your work. I echo your other contacts when I tell you how inspired I am by your work as it exudes an amazing blend of skill and artistry. Your waxing poetic is an adventure, a wandering in a landscape of emotions and words-Miquel's art and words often transports me t… Read more
Your passion for the photographed image speaks in your work. I echo your other contacts when I tell you how inspired I am by your work as it exudes an amazing blend of skill and artistry. Your waxing poetic is an adventure, a wandering in a landscape of emotions and words-Miquel's art and words often transports me to other realms Thank you for being my friend, Miquel. 💦
Read lessMiguel is one of the best people on Flickr! besides being a great and innovative artist and poet, he is, trustworthy and honorable. I would not hesitate to choose him for any projects, and i have, over the many years we have known each other. He is a great co-admin in groups, etc. I can only say that about less… Read more
Miguel is one of the best people on Flickr! besides being a great and innovative artist and poet, he is, trustworthy and honorable. I would not hesitate to choose him for any projects, and i have, over the many years we have known each other. He is a great co-admin in groups, etc. I can only say that about less than a handful of people. he is always insightful and creative with his art & tools. he helps make life on flickr very easy & worthwhile. He is of a rare breed of artist you could easily call "my excellent artist friend".
Read lessA poetic and pictorialist approach to images. I just discovered Miguel de Ozarko and I am delighted by his vision. Flickr offers us gems once in a while. Keep up the good work Miguel !!!
sometimes Flickr really gifts you with a lovely surprise and me stumbling onto this page is definitely one of them. beautiful work, poetry both verbal and visual. I got lost in this gallery and will be revisiting often. Cheers!
Miguel, é um prazer enorme visitar sua galeria. Você demonstra muita sensibilidade em sua criação. Saudaçõesda amiga Silene! Miguel, it is a great pleasure to visit your gallery. You show a lot of sensitivity in your creation. Greetings from friend Silene!
Miguel has two qualities, photography and poetry. Both are superb, he has a way of viewing this world uniquely. A place made to be his own, a secret only he knows about but will convey through photographs and writing what he feels. Excellent Flickrite, superbly generous in comments and kindness.