Wind Sculpture
by Connie Handscomb
Title
Wind Sculpture
Artist
Connie Handscomb
Medium
Photograph - Photography - Fine Art
Description
Have you ever noticed a tree standing naked against the sky, How beautiful it is? All its branches are outlined, and in its nakedness There is a poem, there is a song. Every leaf is gone and it is waiting for the spring. When the spring comes, it again fills the tree with The music of many leaves, Which in due season fall and are blown away. And this is the way of life.
~ Krishnamurti
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Northern European wind-lore teaches the quality of the wind at the moment of the first breath determines the characteristic of that life. The infant's first inspiration is from the virtue of the prevailing wind.
~Nigel Pennic [fr. Celtic Sacred Landscapes]
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The trees at Beachy Head on the south coast of England have a unique look: they are sculpted by the high winds that blow incessantly at the cliff heights. Buffeted by the strong wind currents, they brace themselves .. and remain strong, still upright.
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♥ Heartfelt Gratitude to FAA groups for featuring this image :
The Grayscale Outdoors
One Tree - Not Trees
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March 21st, 2015
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Comments (11)
Cheryl Rose
This is a fine, fine composition and very emotive in its simplicity. There is a sense of enduring strength. Artistic and touching, Connie! l/f/tw
Rene Crystal
Connie, could I spend an infinite amount of time gazing at your portfolio? Oh,yes indeed. But this capture of this single tree being buffeted constantly by the power of nature - and still standing strong - is the perfect symbol for us mere humans to hold on tight through the harsh winds of life. Just perfect in my book and going right into my Fav collection.
Connie Handscomb replied:
Rene, you've written such a perfect comment, I almost feel like grabbing it for the description! Thank you so much! You've nailed it; spot on!;))
Lucinda Walter
Congratulations! Your beautiful work is featured in the group "One Tree - Not Trees" l/f
Connie Handscomb replied:
You are kind, Lucinda; thank you for featuring this lonely wind-sculpted tree in your group ... I truly appreciate it:))
Gordon Beck
Beautiful work, Connie...I like the feeling of isolation this imparts!
Connie Handscomb replied:
A belated Thank you, Gordon! this area definitely is that ...& it's lovely; so pleased you like it :))
Tim Musick
Superb shot! Wonderful composition & I can almost feel the movement! Nicely done!
Connie Handscomb replied:
Hmmm ... just found your comment now, Tim ; sorry for my lateness & I thank you :))
Sharon Nelson-Bianco
Dear Connie, I love your photography. I'm a fan of BW and this is splendid! Best regards, Sharon
Connie Handscomb replied:
Thank you, Sharon! these wind tossed trees make me think of Heathcliffe roaming about on the moors .. glad you like it! :))
Connie Handscomb
Thank you, Allan! very much! for featuring this image in The Grayscale Outdoors .. honoured; )))
Allan Van Gasbeck
Congratulations! Your outstanding artwork has been chosen as a FEATURE in the “The Grayscale Outdoors” group on Fine Art America.
Connie Handscomb replied:
Thank you so very much, Allan; where I come from, the trees stand tall & upright .. I feel for these that 'weather the elements' .. :)))
Linda Lees
Lone trees make fabulous photographs! This is wonderful Connie, and I like your use of black and white which makes the viewer that more notice of the form and lines. I love the quotes that you've included in the description particularly the one from Krishnamurti. L/F
Connie Handscomb replied:
These poor trees go through a lot up here! thank you, Linda... I'm so glad you like this :)))
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