Moonlight Sonata

Anna Shaw

Moonlight Sonata

This was inspired by the beautiful poem ‘By The Sea’ written by my wonderful friend Restlessd

It immediately conjured up the music of Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata

On 25/11/2009 this image has had 881 views,
189 comments and 66 favouritings

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By The Sea

The moon reflects its luminance
As I stand above the flowing waves.
The tide moves evenly in and out
White foam crashes into the caves.

Sea oats whisper in the wind
A gull breaks the night with its cries.
I stand alone taking all this in
And a smile comes into my eyes.

Darkness, darkness all around,
The sand so cool to my feet.
The music of the ocean near,
Yet, silence set in so deep.

A motionless sky beacons to me
While streaming white stars say no.
So I will stay where I be, I’ll not disturb thee
For I really don’t want to go.

Melting clouds drift all about
Just like ghosts beyond the sky.
Now and then there comes a call
As a sea bird soars on by.

Away beyond the shoreline tide
A few lone ships fade and hide.
There they await the dawn
Knowing then their work is done.

Ebbing, peaceful rhythms ever so near;
Quiet solitude engulfs me,
I am calm and I am happy here,
Walking in the night by the sea.

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Several backgrounds were blended together in Photoshop CS4, and textures added. The beautiful girl was blended over several layers, some of them being blurred to give movement to her dress. The clouds and moonbeams were painted. I was pleased with the end result, so I really hope that you will like it.

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Special thanks to the artists who so generously shared their stock…

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Moonlight Sonata by Anna Shaw
Moonlight Sonata by Anna Shaw
  • Andrea Rapisarda

    Andrea Rapisarda

    Great work Anna!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Gosh – you are on the ball. Thank you so much.
    xx
    Anna

  • David Silsbury

    David Silsbury

    Excellent work, this has everything, its just perfect, congratulations on another masterpiece.
    David xx

  • Anna Shaw replied

    You are so kind David. I really appreciate that.
    xx
    Anna

  • Irene Burdell

    Irene Burdell

    Beautiful work Anna, I love the tones you have used. x

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Oh Irene, thank you so much. I so appreciate your comments and support. Good to have you back too.
    xx
    Anna

  • naturelover

    naturelover

    Like a Dream!! so very beautiful Anna!!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks Pauline, your support is so appreciated. I am glad you saw it as like a dream, as that was exactly what I wanted to achieve, without going too far into fantasy.
    xx
    Anna

  • George Lenz

    George Lenz

    beautiful scene… nicely done…

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks George, that is kind.
    xx
    Anna

  • Tracy Faught

    Tracy Faught

    This is so beautiful and very surreal Anna! Great work my friend!! xx ;]

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Dear tracey, thank you – and for your always support.xx
    Anna

  • Malcolm Chant

    Malcolm Chant

    Anna this is a stunning work of art, excellent

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Why, thank you so much Malcom.
    xx
    Anna

  • Antanas

    Antanas

    lovely work

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much Antanas
    xx
    Anna

  • Cee Neuner

    Cee Neuner

    Beautiful!!!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much Cee, I really appreciate that.
    xx
    Anna

  • restlessd

    restlessd

    Wonderful creation – I would expect nothing less from my friend.
    Rhonda

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Inspired by a wonderful poet.
    xx
    Anna

  • camael

    camael

    Stunning and so beautiful!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you dear Angel, that is so kind.
    xx
    Anna

  • Bob Culshaw

    Bob Culshaw

    A superb piece of work. You are a master at multi-layering and texturising!xx

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much my wonderful friend.
    xx
    Anna

  • Helene Kippert

    Helene Kippert

    This is so beautiful!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Helene, thank you so much. I have just looked at your work for the first time. It is quite sensational!!
    xx
    Anna

  • LavenderMoon

    LavenderMoon

    This is stunning, Anna. Very, very beautiful…

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks my dear friend.
    xx
    Anna

  • IngridSonja

    IngridSonja

    This is a truly stunning image! Beautiful woman and wonderful in blue!xx

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Sincere thanks Ingrid. That means a lot to me.
    xx
    Anna

  • Mugsy

    Mugsy

    This is beautifully created and executed!

  • Rinkydink

    Rinkydink

    glorious work

  • Béla Török

    Béla Török

    Fantastic image, my friend!

  • jenseyes

    jenseyes

    gorgeous work

  • missmoneypenny

    missmoneypenny

    Anna – this is beautiful !

  • FelicityB

    FelicityB

    Very beautiful …

  • jesika

    jesika

    Beautifully done, excellent work
    j

  • Veronica Schultz

    Veronica Schultz

    Amazing work Anna! Love it!

  • Akkra

    Akkra

    You know those holophonic soundtracks recorded from sounds of the ocean? I would recommend to anyone to have that playing whilst reading the poem and looking at your stunning image… it really completes it. Beautiful picture Anna xx

  • Rosalie Scanlon

    Rosalie Scanlon

    Stunning image Anna.

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much dear Rosalie.
    xx
    Anna

  • Martin Muir

    Martin Muir

    wonderful anna,i can smell the sea, and feel the breeze great picture!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    What a lovely comment tor receive. Thank you so much.
    xx
    Anna

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    I adore the hue Anna, this is very beautiful!
    Congratulations on your feature today in Dimensions

    Aloha ‘oe
    Sharon
    05 October 2009

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Oh Sharon, that is just wonderful news. Thank you so very much.
    I will have a smile from ear to ear all day now.
    xx
    Anna

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    The poetry is very beautiful as well

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much Sharon, I will pass that onto Rhonda.
    xx
    Anna

  • Adrian Kent

    Adrian Kent

    Stunning,absolutely beautiful, fav for me !

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Hi Adrian, thanks so much for your lovely comment and for the fave. I look forward to seeing your new work as you post.
    xx
    Anna

  • grimduke1

    grimduke1

    Westgate?....Beautiful image and atmosphere!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    I am sure it could have been!! Thanks Kerry. Your support and encouragement means such a lot to me.
    xx
    Anna

  • cynthiab

    cynthiab

    I love all you fantasy art designs would love to be able to make these just dont know where to start need to put my thinking cap on your work is very inspiring

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much Cynthia. Your own work is quite inspirational too!!
    xx
    Anna

  • RabbitHeart

    RabbitHeart

    Fantastic work Anna! Congrats on your feature :)

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much. I admire your work immensly, so this comment was especially meaningful.
    xx
    Anna

  • LoneAngel

    LoneAngel

    magical !!!! .. congrats on the feature

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much. Yes, the feature meant a lot to me.
    xx
    Anna

  • Sylvia Gonzales

    Sylvia Gonzales

    This is Breathtaking Anna…...So Beautiful…...... The Poem is Amazing & Perfect for your Image! Congratulations On This Amazing Art being Featured!! Very Well Deserved!!! : ) Peace, syl

  • Anna Shaw replied

    What a wonderful comment Sylvia, thank you so much.
    xx
    Anna

  • Richard Veal

    Richard Veal

    Stunning work Anna.
    xx

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much Richard.
    xx
    Anna

  • AmandaH

    AmandaH

    Stunning work…

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much Amanada. I have just seen your work too, which is just great, so I will be looking out for all your new postings with anticipation.
    xx
    Anna

  • Martina Fagan

    Martina Fagan

    beautiful work love it

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks Martina.
    xx
    Anna

  • Geoff Carpenter

    Geoff Carpenter

    Another masterpiece Anna. x

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much Geoff. I am glad that you like it.
    xx
    Anna

  • artisandelimage

    artisandelimage

    beautiful artwork…
    the trilogy image-music-text forms an excellent combination…
    my best, francis.

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much, for this and all your encouragement.
    xx
    Anna

  • valzart

    valzart

    Amazingly beautiful sweetheART always such fun 2 meet other creative peeps ‘} happy hippy hugglez

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Why – thank you so much, that is a lovely comment.
    xx
    Anna

  • PPPhotoArt

    PPPhotoArt

    Beethoven is my favouirite composer and i can hear the music while looking at this wonderful and magical creation, again just breathless work my love xxx

  • Anna Shaw replied

    What a wonderful comment to receive. Thank you so very much.
    xx
    Anna

  • Shaun Whiteman

    Shaun Whiteman

    Beautiful Anna lovely composition and textures, amazing stuff!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks Shaun, that is so niceof you.
    xx
    Anna

  • daffodil

    daffodil

    Excellent work ! All is perfect ,this image is in harmony with the magnificent poem ” By the sea” . Congratulations Anna !

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much. I really appreciate your lovely comment.
    xx
    Anna

  • Anthony Mancuso

    Anthony Mancuso

    beautiful work Anna, great tones and texture. Very well done!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much Anthony.
    xx
    Anna

  • Daidalos

    Daidalos

    Gorgeous. Stunning artwork.

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks my friend.
    xx
    Anna

  • anaviktoriaarts

    anaviktoriaarts

    very beautiful, Anna!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much Ana. I have just looked at your own work which is just stunning, so I am especially touched by your comment.
    xx

  • coppertrees

    coppertrees

    Your art work is amazing, are you in Digital Artist United? If not Please join us,we would love to have you.

  • Anna Shaw

    Anna Shaw

    How lovely of you. That has made my day. I am a member of the group, and look forward to getting more involved.
    xx
    Anna

  • LYN EVANS

    LYN EVANS

    So very beautifully done.

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much Lyn.
    xx

  • EarthGipsy

    EarthGipsy

    Outstanding image – love the poem.

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much – that is lovely of you to say so.
    xx

  • jules572

    jules572

    When I first set eyes on this image the song “I AM WOMAN” by Helen Reddy and Ray Burton came to mind, then I read the poem and was so moved. What a wonderful piece to accompany your beautiful art work. You have a gifted talent.

  • Anna Shaw replied

    That is just lovely of you Jules. Thank you so much.
    xx

  • LunaStar

    LunaStar

    Beautiful… So incredibly gorgeous!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks my dear sister. But I think I prefer yours.
    xx

  • artisandelimage

    artisandelimage


    bravo !
    my best, francis.

    (did you vote in this challenge ???)

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Oh Francis – what an honour!! I am completely bowled over by this. The group is inspirational, so this means the world to m.
    & Yes, I voted several days ago. I am following everything that happens in the group. BTW – I have been up most of the night trying to think of inspiration for the Friendship challenge!!
    xx

  • annibels

    annibels

    Outstanding work! The combination of your work, the poetry and music really stirred the emotions in me. The poem is also beautiful – many a sunset I have stayed until dark, and the words match so much the experience!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    What a lovely comment to receive. Thank you so much.
    xx

  • Marilyns

    Marilyns

    wow ! just see it featured Anna , this is a so poetic and beautiful image to look at while listening moonlight sonata !!! congratulations :)

  • Anna Shaw replied

    That is such a lovely comment. Thank you so much.
    xx

  • eon .

    eon .

    STUNNING

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much.
    xx

  • LudaNayvelt

    LudaNayvelt

    and I am so glad that you expressed you opinion, now I see gorgeous portfolio. instant favor for me

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks dear Luda, that is really a lovely comment to receive.
    xx

  • Marjorie Wallace

    Marjorie Wallace

    A supurbly beautiful image and one of my all time favorite music pieces. When I was taking piano lessons, I played this over and over. I am sure my family will NEVER forget it. Thank you for sharing this.

  • Anna Shaw replied

    LOL!! Thanks so much for this lovely comment.
    xx

  • lorilee

    lorilee

    WONDERFUL!!!!!!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks dear Lorilee.
    xxx

  • Ree Reid

    Ree Reid

    So special, beautiful work!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much.xx

  • Hagen

    Hagen

    Beautiful

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much.
    xx

  • Micci Shannon

    Micci Shannon

    Beautiful image!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much.
    xx

  • MagpieMagic

    MagpieMagic

    WOW, lovely image. :-) Great blending and mixing.

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much, that is so lovely.
    xx

  • canonman99

    canonman99

    beautifully done ANNA !!!!!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks my friend.
    xx

  • Tara Turner

    Tara Turner

    so very beautiful!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks my friend.
    xx

  • Diane Schuster

    Diane Schuster

    Fantastic work, Anna, love the blue tones, textures and the romantic appeal to the image! Dee

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much dear Diane.
    xx

  • Brandie1

    Brandie1

    Anna I don’t know how I missed this.
    It is such a suberb creation.
    Well done.xx

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you, your comments are always so lovely.
    xx

  • van049

    van049

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Dearest Van – thank you. Your banners are just wonderful!!
    xx

  • sfoxphotography

    sfoxphotography


    kind regards
    xsx

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much, what a lovely banner you have created.
    xx

  • Julie Langford

    Julie Langfordcommunity host

    This is just too beautiful for any sort of words.

  • Anna Shaw replied

    You are so sweet Julie. Thank you.xx

  • Scott d'Almeida

    Scott d'Almeida

    fabulous work,

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much dear Scott.
    xx

  • Finbarr Reilly

    Finbarr Reilly

    Excellent work. ;)

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much.
    xx

  • Liane Pinel

    Liane Pinel

    Gorgeous!!!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much dear Liane.
    xx

  • Mariano57

    Mariano57

    outstanding

  • Anna Shaw replied

    How lovely. Thank you so much.
    xx

  • Gail Bridger

    Gail Bridger

    Beautiful work!! You are an amazing artist!!!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much dear Gail, for this and all your other wonderfully motivating comments.
    xx

  • Scott d'Almeida

    Scott d'Almeida

    stunning,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much dear Scott.
    xx

  • midzing

    midzing

    gorgeous image,, well done Anna

  • Anna Shaw replied

    That is so kind. Thank you.
    xx

  • ellcot

    ellcot

    Beautiful!!!!!!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks my friend.
    xx

  • Ann J. Przyojski

    Ann J. Przyojski

    Your work is INCREDIBLE as well. Awesome!!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment.
    xx

  • Luca Renoldi

    Luca Renoldi

    fantastic work Anna!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much dear Luca.
    xx

  • Michael Degenhardt

    Michael Degenh...

    What a beautiful picture, one that could have been done specifically for one of my poems that I posted shortly ago about a woman waiting for her loves return. Beautiful color and really great art.Michael

  • Anna Shaw replied

    What a lovely comment. Thank you so much. If you have a link to your poem, could you send it to me please. I would love to read it.
    xx

  • MagicalDecor

    MagicalDecor

    Beautiful and congrats on the well, deserved feature!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much. That is really kind of you.
    xx

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks too for the fave. That really does mean a lot.
    xx

  • Meeli Sonn

    Meeli Sonn


    Beautiful how beautiful just gorgeous. Like the dream

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much Meeli. I love the banner you have used too.
    xx

  • Cee Neuner

    Cee Neuner

    Congratulations!!! You have been featured in Cee’s Fun Artsy Friends Group

    Cee and Chris

  • Anna Shaw replied

    THANK YOU so much. I am thrilled.
    xx

  • Bob Culshaw

    Bob Culshaw

    Congratulations Anna on yet another feature! xx

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much. That is lovely of you.
    xx

  • Lanis Rossi

    Lanis Rossi

    Beautiful Work Of Art! Lanis

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much.
    xx

  • restlessd

    restlessd

    Another feature!!! Woo Hoo – - – fantastic. . .
    Hugz,
    Rhonda

  • Anna Shaw replied

    LOL!!!
    xx

  • nishagandhi

    nishagandhi

    wow congrats on the feature!! great work

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much dear friend.
    xx

  • Evita

    Evita

    ♥ Wow …. Beautiful image and work !!! congrats on your feature !! :D ♥

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much dear Evita, I do appreciate your lovely comments.
    xx

  • Kate Purdy

    Kate Purdy

    Anna, this is wonderful work, it makes one feel as if they’re right there feeling the wind blow in off the sea!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much Kate, that is such a lovely comment.
    xx

  • Chappy

    Chappy

    beautifully done and congrats on your feature

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much dear Chappy.
    xx

  • Imber

    Imber

    Excellent work Anna!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thanks so much – that means such a lot to me.
    xx

  • Kirbo

    Kirbo

    bravo!

  • Anna Shaw replied

    Thank you so much.
    xx

  • RavenSoul

    RavenSoul


    Textures Unlimited

  • Anna Shaw replied

    How did I miss this!!! I am so thrilled. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
    xx

  • Erika .

    Erika .

    Featured in Art For The World :D

  • Anna Shaw replied

    That is truly wonderful. I have only recently joined this group so I am thrilled, excited and blown away by this. Thank you so much.
    xx

  • silvercircles

    silvercircles

    Moody and brilliant! Like something out of a magical dream.

  • Anna Shaw replied

    How lovely of you. Thank you so much.
    xx

  • Shelagh Linton

    Shelagh Linton

    Many congrats Anna another fab piece. This is mystical and magical all at one, quite romantic too, the music is just the right piece for it as well. xx

  • Anna Shaw replied

    What a wonderful comment to receive. Huge thanks.
    xx

  • restlessd

    restlessd 29 days ago

    Stunning – featured again!!!

  • Anna Shaw replied 28 days ago

    Can you believe it!!!!!! Wonderful.
    xx

  • Adri Padmos

    Adri Padmos 28 days ago

    WHOOOOWW…..dear Anna….!
    How could I miss this fantastic piece of ART…..?!
    This take my breath away…..amazing!
    Many congrats on your features!
    Kind regards,
    Adri

  • Anna Shaw replied 28 days ago

    What a wonderful comment. Thank you dear Adri, I will treasure this.
    xx

  • George Lenz

    George Lenz 27 days ago

    nice creation…congrats

  • Anna Shaw replied 25 days ago

    Thanks George.
    xx

  • Ann J. Przyojski

    Ann J. Przyojski 25 days ago

    Stunning Anna. Congratz on your feature.

  • Anna Shaw replied 25 days ago

    Thanks so much Ann.
    xx

  • Ian David Soar

    Ian David Soar 25 days ago

    Love this !!

  • Vivian Gordon

    Vivian Gordon 24 days ago

    Gorgeous image! ;>

  • Junior Mclean

    Junior Mclean 23 days ago

    Very nice!!!

  • aperture1

    aperture1 22 days ago

    WOW!!! Stunning image!!

  • restlessd

    restlessd 20 days ago


    – on All of them -

  • DmXtReMe

    DmXtReMe 14 days ago

    Whoa Awesome work Anna, one day i hope to make something this good!!

  • ThinGlass

    ThinGlass 7 days ago

    first class work. beautiful colour.

  • Kymie

    Kymie 5 days ago

    This is gorgeous, so inspiring – a poet would be in heaven looking at this :-)

  • Emma Hardcastle

    Emma Hardcastle 4 days ago

    Well done of all your features – an extrodinary piece of art, another instant favourite – stunning :)

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