Wrapped In & Enraptured By Nature

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There are times when I stand alone trying to convey how cozy the world can feel.

Yet now, when so many of the old leaves have disappeared, the autumn chill had me thinking of knitted wear and quilts as I walked along Sandy Trail in Crescent Beach.

Looking up, down and all around there were plenty of patterns and colours perfect for woolly sweaters and afghans to keep me warm. The foliage provided the fabric and a photo art's program provided "needles" and textures.

Berry red and crisp green shades could make a cheery blanket on a couch.

Sprigs of yellow delicate leaves could cover a pillow to cuddle.

Broad green leaves might work as a large bedspread ...

and who wouldn't want to sleep in a cloud?

Fluffs of white (above) would feel marsh mellow soft for scarf and mittens.

Faded browns melting into ground could make comfortable socks and slippers.

Crimson would ward off the gray in a coat and the grassy tans (below) could weave a cozy winter cap. The natural elements that shed and grow under our feet provide for life's physical needs as well as inspire creative imaginings.


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  1. Gillena CoxNovember 25, 2019 at 3:26 PM

    Luv the clouds, so cuddly to my imagination. Happy Mosaic Monday

    Much🌻love

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  2. carol l mckennaNovember 25, 2019 at 3:31 PM

    wow! such creative nature photography ~ love them all ~

    Happy Day to You,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  3. colleenNovember 25, 2019 at 4:09 PM

    They don't call it the great outdoors for nothing! The close-ups look like they were shot through a screen. The world crimson, like scarlet, is like a one word poem to me.

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  4. Powell River BooksNovember 25, 2019 at 5:56 PM

    Beautiful art creations from nature. Have you seen the wearable art that Yvonne Maxinchuk has created from her paintings? You images made me think about them. http://www.yvonnemaximchuk.com/wearable-art-for-sale.html

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  5. Su-sieee! MacNovember 25, 2019 at 6:55 PM

    Yes, yes, I want to sleep on clouds and wear a hat of grass and reeds. I love your imagination. :-)

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  6. AngieNovember 25, 2019 at 8:48 PM

    Maria - so, so glad to have you at Mosaic Monday! Your images and prose about colors and fabrics were very stimulating. In some cases, I found myself thinking about food more than textiles - the "fading brown" photo just screamed CARAMEL to me!!! Maybe it's just getting too close to Thanksgiving!

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  7. eileeninmdNovember 26, 2019 at 2:54 AM

    Hello,

    I enjoyed the walk on the trail and all the beautiful nature scenes. Sleeping on a cloud, it must be so soft. Lovely images. Enjoy your day, wishing you a good week ahead!

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  8. Lady FiNovember 26, 2019 at 3:40 AM

    What a lovely eulogy to nature!

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  9. ~Lavender Dreamer~November 26, 2019 at 5:42 AM

    I love getting out in nature and find so much peace and beauty in the forest! I've really enjoyed your photos...each and every one of them! Wish we could walk together!

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  10. David M. Gascoigne,November 27, 2019 at 2:17 PM

    A wonderful series of pictures, Maria, accompanied as always by a beautiful narrative. i wish you lived next door,

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  11. betty-NZNovember 28, 2019 at 3:34 PM

    Pretty pictures you captured in nature around you! I love seeing autumn colors, even if they are faded.



    My Corner of the World

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  12. Minoru SaitoNovember 29, 2019 at 5:56 AM

    Hi! I want to sleep in a cloud with a yellow leaves covered pillow.

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  13. Sallie (FullTime-Life)December 1, 2019 at 11:46 PM

    Oh how lovely Maria ... I would love to spend late Autumn in your imagined world. I’ll use some of your imagery to meditate with tonight!

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  14. stardustDecember 2, 2019 at 5:50 AM

    I think I know how you got inspired by the late autumn nature when walking on the Sandy Trail. Colors and patterns we can borrow from nature are inexhaustible. I love your choice, Penelope, both bright and subdued ones. I’d like to sleep in a cloud.

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