A Winter Solstice Creation

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Tomorrow morning sees the very rare occurance of the winter solstice, a full moon with a total lunar eclipse.

Happy Winter Solstice! :)
xx

Comments

rachel awes said…
you captured just what is in my heart, dear one! yes! a total lunar eclipse! amazing inspiration.
xox
20 December 2010 at 21:29
Cynthia Schelzig said…
What a beautiful piece!!! yes, this full moon is so bright here on all this snow that it looks like it is lit up at night....looks very cool:)
20 December 2010 at 21:35
Kathryn Dyche said…
Beautiful piece, I have a strong connection to the full moon.
20 December 2010 at 21:56
renilde said…
Very warm and peaceful,I like the garland of leaves going up, balancing the work nicely, great choice of colors too.
happy winter solstice Jessie, x
20 December 2010 at 22:08
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20 December 2010 at 23:06
Anonymous said…
Beautiful and warm. Do you represent here your personal experience of the winter solstice?
20 December 2010 at 23:09
Victoria said…
Wow..beautifully enchanting...so symbolic and perfect for WS!!Gorgeous colors and energy and expression...wonderfully meditative!

Wishinhg you much magic and many sparkles during this magical time!
Victoria~
21 December 2010 at 00:55
JessiVille said…
Wow! Thanks for letting me know. I'm not sure I will be able to see the eclipse thru the heavy cloud cover but I can hope! Happy Winter Solstice! I found you on Tam's blog...your artwork is gorgeous! Jessica W., Oregon, U.S.A.
21 December 2010 at 01:38
Anonymous said…
winter solstice blessings to you Jess..

such a beautiful creation.. xx

p.s. i've framed your postcards they look fantastic:) this winter solstice creation would make a great print too..
21 December 2010 at 01:59
Dear Fireflies said…
Hello Jessie! How are you, dear? :)

I really, really like the rich vibrant colors in this piece! So very serene and intimate... The movements look beautiful.
21 December 2010 at 04:00
Serpent Mandalas said…
Lovely image Jessie! :)
21 December 2010 at 04:29
Foxglove said…
Happy Winter Solstice! I love your painting the colours and beauty.

Have a most joyous week my friend. xxx
21 December 2010 at 14:56
Unknown said…
oh what a wonderful piece...I love this Jessie!!!!
21 December 2010 at 17:56
Zorana said…
So peaceful, so warm. Beautiful.
21 December 2010 at 19:17
Vita said…
a wonderful piece! I missed the solstice, but am glad to have seen your piece. it is beautiful!
22 December 2010 at 03:34
Giggles said…
Oh so beautiful, love the colors and the compassion in this piece!
22 December 2010 at 13:04
Tammie Lee said…
ah, this is lovely as lovely gets...
23 December 2010 at 16:29
Ester García said…
Nice and warm colours... xx
24 December 2010 at 11:51
Jess said…
Thankyou! :))
When I painted this I didn't realise the sky would actually BE pink that night! I thought I was imagining it when I first woke in the early hours! xx
24 December 2010 at 14:17
Julia Christie said…
This is gorgeous Jessie. Glad I stopped by and didn't miss it! I just love these colors and I think I am inspired to try a picture with me and my sweetie in it...

Have to tell you how much I have enjoyed your art this year! You have the most wonderful sense of color and I am always amazed at your work. I happen to think you pottery class above was well worth the effort, all that you created is really beautiful!

Wish you a very Happy New Year!

Smiles
Julia
31 December 2010 at 17:23
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