the four seasons
Gaia …in all her glories
(straight shot single image.. a few touchups in brightness …....b)

The Four Seasons
Category: Art
MCN: C5082-51BFA-14B60
© copyright Thu May 08 16:33:58 MDT 2008 – All Rights Reserved
Gaia …in all her glories
(straight shot single image.. a few touchups in brightness …....b)

The Four Seasons
Category: Art
MCN: C5082-51BFA-14B60
© copyright Thu May 08 16:33:58 MDT 2008 – All Rights Reserved
Patricia L. Ba..., 5 months ago
This is lovely and delicate. Amazing work.
Ariane, 5 months ago
The layers are naturally there in their glory – as nature intended them to be – gentle beauty – what is above is reflected below – it is so light – my heart expands when I look at it -
butchart, 5 months ago
wow…. thank you so much patricia… it is always scarey doing something way outside your comfort zone… i appreciate your support…......b
Thomas Dodd, 5 months ago
a single shot you say?
and a damn great one at that!
Ariane, 5 months ago
Btw – your bravery is nobel and light – fresh – honestly revealing and natural – A++
vonne, 5 months ago
WOW That some shot!
butchart in reply to Thomas Dodd’s comment, 5 months ago
yeah thomas.. i have the fotunate opportunity to have a stagnant babypool and a willow tree in my back yard… i threw in a couple dandelions on my lunch break…. i was thinking specifically of your new room… i think i done pretty good…......b
butchart in reply to Ariane’s comment, 5 months ago
ariane…. thank you for that beautiful description….. you made my week….......... b
Mui-Ling Teh, 5 months ago
This relates to my ‘Parallel Moments in Permanance’ although in your case it’s all four seasons…intermingled together… and its real… beautiful shot by the way :), you beat me…
cheridan, 5 months ago
beautiful photo
brenwebb, 5 months ago
I think this is ONE of your Best Efforts (((B))).. This is BEAUTIFUL ! I know this is a nature shot..but it is so Romantic, Light, Deep, with Fragile Beauty being its overall call…..And its Fresh too! Looks like something in a well known publication…....They would definitely find it worthy to use as a Top Cover!
Carol & Kev Ha..., 5 months ago
Wow B…this is stunning work, simply beautiful, such soft and delicate colours, and the reflections are gorgeous!! Simply Superb A+!!!!!!!
butchart in reply to Mui-Ling Teh’s comment, 5 months ago
thank you so much Mui-Ling… i see what you are talking about…. not easy to acheive this’parallel Moments in Permanance’.. i am humbled that you fell i have accomplished it here…............ peace and light….b
butchart in reply to cheridan’s comment, 5 months ago
Thank you Cheri.. i am rather proud of this one…. i think it deserves some words ( hint…hint)..where have you been… i’ve miised your suportive spirit…....xoxo…..b
butchart in reply to brenwebb’s comment, 5 months ago
Bren…. i just love you…........ your support means the world to me…......... thank you…...... thank you….b
butchart in reply to Carol & Kev Haberle’s comment, 5 months ago
Carole… you honor me…...... thank you so much… i was thrilled that this one turned out so well…. i appreciate you recognizing my efforts….......b
Juilee Pryor, 5 months ago
this is just lovely butch…. beautifully observed and delicately rendered…... wonderful work…...
butchart in reply to Juilee Pryor’s comment, 5 months ago
Juilee,,, you humble me… i so admire and aspire to your level of excellence…. thank you so much…............peace and light….b
John Douglas, 5 months ago
I LOVE THIS. A brave move in direction that has paid off. Beautiful toning and to me this brings a lot of your previous work on RB into focus. This gets right to the heart or what I think other works have edged near. Stunning.
sydculture, 5 months ago
wow, i thought it was layered. amazing job! well done!
Susan Epps Oliver, 5 months ago
Delicate and beautiful B…...........................:)
butchart in reply to John Douglas’s comment, 5 months ago
wow… john… thank you so much…. that affirmation has made me feel wonderful about me endeavors…... i really appreciate it….........b
butchart in reply to sydculture’s comment, 5 months ago
thank sara…. i think i am moving towards a better ‘eye’....... i appreciate your feedback…........peace and light…...b
butchart in reply to Susan Epps Oliver’s comment, 5 months ago
you’re always kind…thank you susan…......b
sydculture, 5 months ago
i have to agree with you on that one. your eye is very becoming. OH YEAH, that’s right! how often does someone use a word that matches up with ALL it’s meanings in a dictionary. that’s right i pwned it, haha.
JOSEPH VALCOUR..., 5 months ago
this is great B is this a shift for you—I think it is really magnificent work
butchart in reply to JOSEPH VALCOURT/ MODERNUS PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTWORK’s comment, 5 months ago
thanks so much joe…. i’m not sure i can ever really leave dreamville though… that’s where i really find myself….... b
butchart in reply to sydculture’s comment, 5 months ago
pawn all you want sara….... and thanks for the feedback…......b
sydculture, 5 months ago
pwned = owned, it’s a gamer term. and you’re very welcome :)
flipteez, 5 months ago
This just knocked my socks right off!
Dipping my toes in such a masterpiece would be a dream lived…..
You’ve captured the greatest song Mother Nature sings hitting just the right note with the dandelions….
Encore please!
butchart in reply to flipteez’s comment, 5 months ago
what a wonderful things to say flip….. it means alot knowing that you appreciate this effort of mine….. thank you thank you….........xoxox….......b
iCandor, 5 months ago
This piece my friend is your breakthrough into the world of dreams… looking up while looking down… looking at the earth and seeing the sky… no limits, no worries, just pure imagination… with this piece you set your self free for whatever comes his way while you look the other way… watch out b... one day soon you’ll be hit by the fast train of miracles… sed nuff…. v
butchart in reply to iCandor’s comment, 5 months ago
nuff sed…..b
Joyce Dickens,..., 5 months ago
An awesome image Butch….I love the subtle, soft color and lighting…..I love the stillness and the serene mood that this projects.
butchart in reply to Joyce Dickens, IPA’s comment, 5 months ago
thank you so much joyce….everything in my world came together just right for this… a beautiful moment for me…........b
Michael J Armijo, 5 months ago
Surreal…just the kind of dreamy pic I like. Gorgeous…sort of like a RENOIR painting, too. Excellent, my friend. ;)
butchart in reply to Michael J Armijo’s comment, 5 months ago
Michael… i am so pleased you like this particular work…. thank you for your kind words… your support means alot….........b
pentangled, 5 months ago
absolutely gorgeous! :o)
butchart in reply to pentangled’s comment, 5 months ago
thank you so much… i appreciate your support and am glad you like this work…. i’m proud of this one especially…......b
LisaB entity, 5 months ago
AWESOME
THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT BUTCH !!!
DYOU HAVE YOUR SHADES?? !!LOL
butchart, 5 months ago
Thanks lisa…have you checkd out your poem?
Michelle Boyer, 5 months ago
Gorgeous- looks magical :)
artlein, 5 months ago
I’m working on a rather intricate commission – your “The Four Seasons” is on the screen and Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” is playing, the late sun lights the room and the mood is relaxed and creative and I am so appreciative of beautiful art in all it’s forms. Perfect image butchart!
butchart in reply to artlein’s comment, 5 months ago
what an absolutely wonderful thing to write…thank you so so much… good luck with your work…. i’m convinced it will be stunning….. peace and light…..........b
Anthony Comella, 5 months ago
Beautiful beauty that catches the viewers eye – Well Done My Friend!
butchart in reply to Anthony Comella’s comment, 5 months ago
thank you anthony.. i appreciate you stopping in and your insights….......b
Helen Bascom, 5 months ago
You managed to capture it all in one photo. Very cool.
butchart in reply to Helen Bascom’s comment, 5 months ago
helen… thank you so very very much…. i appreciate you… peace and light b ( i placed this in the gaia group..wish me luck)
Naylor, 5 months ago
WOW !!!!!! This took my breath away … This would be sooooooo cool as a glasscape across a window…..ooooooooooooooohhhhhhhhh I could start at this for hours allowing myself to daydream and just be in the moment….. This is wonderful really has a calming effect :)
butchart, 5 months ago
i am touched by your words naylor… thank you so muh…....... peace and light….....b
Glenn Alderson, 5 months ago
Great image!!! Very peacefull
butchart in reply to Glenn Alderson’s comment, 5 months ago
thanks for stopping in glenn… i appreciate new visitors as well as old…... peace and light…......b
Tony Elliott, 5 months ago
A beautiful image to capture and done so very well. It reminds me of the beil between worlds – the moment when spring is pushing through the chill of a clinging winter.
Well done young man.
funkyfacestudio, 5 months ago
Oh this is so cool !
butchart in reply to Tony Elliott’s comment, 5 months ago
thank you t…..... your support and insight mean alot to me…. i appreciate you….b
butchart in reply to funkyfacestudio’s comment, 5 months ago
thank you lisa..i appreciate you stopping in…. b
darkestartist, 5 months ago
this is glorious work. very nicely done.
butchart in reply to darkestartist’s comment, 5 months ago
thanks friend… i try and make a few subtle statements myself… i appreciate you stopping by….......b
darkestartist, 5 months ago
you succeed in that :)
Kate Towers IPA, 5 months ago
beautiful work
butchart in reply to darkestartist’s comment, 5 months ago
i appreciate you noticing…:)
butchart in reply to Kate Towers IPA’s comment, 5 months ago
thank you kate.. i appreciate you stopping in…. peace and light…..........b
conilouz, 5 months ago
A truly beautiful picture. Well done
butchart in reply to conilouz’s comment, 5 months ago
thank you so much conilouz… always so nice to see a new face… peace and light….........b
MuscularTeeth
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5 months ago
thats
##$ cool dude.i love the 4 seasons too. one of my favorite pieces of classical mookik. vivaldi was a genius. so obviously are you.
:)
butchart in reply to MuscularTeeth’s comment, 5 months ago
awwwwwwwww…... you’re the best…..... and music is such a joy…. one of the greatest gifts from the muses,,,,,,,,,,,b
MuscularTeeth
,
5 months ago
lol muses. i like odysseus and the iliad. read them alot.
was trying to explain the role of muses to my collegue in sontage
;)
sometimes the muses rocks up.. at least one of the 7.
the other favorite of mine mozarts magic flute.
butchart in reply to MuscularTeeth’s comment, 5 months ago
yeah… we’ve touched briefly on the subject before… i could give you a whole list buddy…...... vivaldi’s flute concerti are tight too
Antanas, 5 months ago
beautiful composition
butchart in reply to Antanas’s comment, 5 months ago
Thank you sir….........b
Joanne Marie Shaw, 5 months ago
Quite beautful
butchart in reply to Joanne Marie Shaw’s comment, 5 months ago
thank you so much… i appreciate it…............b
Per Ove Sleen, 5 months ago
This was a very nice one….and a very deep one…..
butchart in reply to Per Ove Sleen’s comment, 5 months ago
Thank you again….POS…. acutally it’s about 2.5 feet…........b
dyoung88, 5 months ago
so soft and pretty
butchart in reply to dyoung88’s comment, 5 months ago
thank you dyoung… i appreciate you stopping by… peace and light to you…........b
red addiction, 5 months ago
this is so dimensional. Its perfect. i love this!
butchart in reply to red addiction’s comment, 5 months ago
it loves you…...........b
atomikboy, 5 months ago
Now that sure is a sight to behold!!!!
butchart in reply to atomikboy’s comment, 5 months ago
YES>>> you to can hold one…...... thanks atomic boy… our avatars look cool stacked atop each uther
atomikboy, 5 months ago
Want a bone?
Rosalie Scanlo..., 5 months ago
Now this is very pretty, such beautiful work. Love the pastel look here.
butchart in reply to atomikboy’s comment, 5 months ago
no you didn’t… how’d i miss that double whatchmacallit
butchart in reply to Rosalie Scanlon IPA’s comment, 5 months ago
Rosalie…. thank you so much… i apprciate you stopping in…. b
Lam Tran, 5 months ago
Stunning, excellent reflection! Great framing! Well done!
butchart in reply to Lam Tran’s comment, 5 months ago
Thank you again…. this one called to me to be taken….i think i was just the vessel…b
Laurie McClave, 5 months ago
Gorgeous work Butchart and congrats on the sale!
butchart in reply to Laurie McClave’s comment, 5 months ago
thank you so much laurie.. i appreciate you stopping in…......peace and light….......b
Tahnja, 5 months ago
I love this in particular, what a gorgeous image you’ve created, Love the mist too
Rocketchook, 5 months ago
Touchs the essence of the whole 4 as 1 . It cracks Butch.
butchart in reply to Rocketchook’s comment, 5 months ago
Thank you so much rocket …. i appreciate you…....peace and light….......b
Rocketchook, 5 months ago
And too u Butch…..............may it shine stronger , longer , truer and quietly.
Amanda Hammock, 5 months ago
What a fantastic eye you must have to see such a beautiful shot that most would pass on buy. This is fantastic and a brilliant representation of its title.
There is a beautiful gentleness to it, as if created by a whispered breath.
Wonderful.
butchart in reply to Amanda Hammock’s comment, 5 months ago
you humble me….................b
Amy-lee Foley, 5 months ago
Ooo this is beautiful!
Nice work :o)
Amy-lee
xXxOoO
butchart in reply to Amy-lee Foley’s comment, 5 months ago
thank you so much amy lee…. always nice to see a new face… peace and light….....b
Maureen Bloesch, 4 months ago
lovely composition, with its’ soft colors…like a romantic spring day…~!
butchart in reply to Maureen Bloesch’s comment, 4 months ago
you are getting to be good for my ego…. peace and light….........b
ZuzanaD, 4 months ago
so clever and beautifully done!
butchart in reply to ZuzanaD’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you so much Zuzanna… i appreciate you stopping by more small corner of the bubble…. peace and light….........b
Ushna Sardar, 4 months ago
beautiful b!
LaFleureRouge, 4 months ago
Wow this is lovely my friend Bravo! You out did yourself on this one.
butchart in reply to LaFleureRouge’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you…i appreciate it so much… funny… i was just out taking more shots from my inspiration hole just today…..........b
LaFleureRouge, 4 months ago
I can not wait to see them. Have a GR8 day darling.
Glennis Siverson, 4 months ago
This is lovely – an image you want to study for awhile. I like the “surprise” of the yellow blooms.
butchart in reply to Glennis Siverson’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you so much glennis… i had to throw summer in there somewhere… i appreciate you….......b
Arletta, 4 months ago
very pretty!
Mike Center, 4 months ago
subtle beauty…subtle movement….this piece really touched me
butchart in reply to Arletta’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you arletta
butchart in reply to Mike Center’s comment, 4 months ago
wow mike… what a nice thing to say… thanks so much… peace and light…....b
Alexandru Iedu, 4 months ago
“the four seasons” is my favorite … /// ...
EXQUISITE WORK …
This composition is phenomenal …
Best wishes,
Alex
butchart in reply to Alexandru Iedu’s comment, 4 months ago
best and fondest wishes back…. i thank you for all your support… i am lad that this is your FAVORITE favorite….......... b
Glenn Storey, 4 months ago
Reminds me of that Nick Cave and Kylie video from a few years back, Wild Rose.
Do you remember Kylie dead in the river, looking beautifully dead.
A compliment of course.
butchart in reply to Glenn Storey’s comment, 4 months ago
i’m a little out a touch with videos from over there…. but from your description… it would be a compliment of course…............
Ginny Schmidt, 4 months ago
What a lovely composition.
Linda Bennett, 4 months ago
Probably the best composition, lighting, color and just a stunning piece of work!! Colors are so delicate it looks like you may tear them is not careful.Just Beautiful!!
Ruth Palmer, 4 months ago
This totally rocks Butch! A stunning piece of creative genius! Love it!
butchart in reply to Ginny Schmidt’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you ginny…. i was extremely lucky that day.. it aall came together for me…...... i appreciate you…...b
butchart in reply to Linda Bennett’s comment, 4 months ago
and pobably the most beautiful compliment i’ve received in a long while linda…. thank you so much.. peace and light….b
butchart in reply to Ruth Palmer’s comment, 4 months ago
ahh ruthie… what rocks is your card i got in the post yesterday…pierced red….... is stunning to behold…. i love it…. and i appreciate ALL your support…...... love….b
Ruth Palmer, 4 months ago
Butch, I’m so happy to hear that…don’t foget to post it in the buyer’s booth eh? I’d love to see what they both look like. Thank you again so much for your purchases!
butchart in reply to Ruth Palmer’s comment, 4 months ago
ruth … as much as i’d like to honor your request ..i’d have to post 137 others…... it would wear me out…:)
Ruth Palmer, 4 months ago
You can do it Butch…line ‘em up! I’m sure we’d all love to see your display! No pressure! LOL!
butchart in reply to Ruth Palmer’s comment, 4 months ago
only for you ruth…....... my head’s in the buyers booth
dimarie, 4 months ago
oh this is just beautiful!
well done! i love it!
butchart in reply to dimarie’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you… i see alot of your spirit here…......b
silveraya, 4 months ago
beautiful, love the delicacy and lightness
butchart in reply to silveraya’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you again… i was very lucky that day.. i felt the light call me….......b
Maddy Biancon, 4 months ago
Gorgeous work Buchart.. Amazing! :)
butchart in reply to Maddy Biancon’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you so much Jindara….. i appreciate that wonderful comment…...... peace and light…......b
gutterhubris, 4 months ago
That is SO pretty! I love the texture and gentle quality of this shot. It’s light and peaceful.
paulevelin, 4 months ago
absolutely gorgeous
perfect game of light and colours
butchart in reply to gutterhubris’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you so much GH… i appeciate your insight AND support…....b
butchart in reply to paulevelin’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you so much Paullevelin…. i really appreciate you stopping in…......b
Lucindawind, 4 months ago
just gorgeous… perfect work !
butchart in reply to Lucindawind’s comment, 4 months ago
why thank you… i appreciate so much… peace and light to you…..b
Sharon Perrett, 4 months ago
Gorgeous image, love the reflection, beautiful work
butchart in reply to Sharon Perrett’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you sharon… i appreciate ALL of your comments and support…........b
silencieux, 4 months ago
SUPERB COMPOSITION !
butchart in reply to silencieux’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you a…........ i appreciate that you like this one… i am proud of it…. b
Larasolnishko, 4 months ago
Hello talanted soul, I sport that one straight away, I wish I can have such material and sow for all woman in red bubble summer dresses with golden embroidery of dandelions in a few places.
butchart in reply to Larasolnishko’s comment, 4 months ago
wow… i like your mind already… thank you so much for the gorgeous wording in your comment… if i had the fabric.. it would be yours….......b
Larasolnishko, 4 months ago
thank you to complementing my mind…it is only one thing which keep me entertaining during rainy days in Britain.
wanda lechene, 4 months ago
this is very beautiful. i love the textures and colors well done
Susan Grissom, 4 months ago
lovely work!
Paul Vanzella
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4 months ago
so love the abstract quality of this image!
butchart in reply to Larasolnishko’s comment, 4 months ago
i would say that you will be highly entertained… if you want email me.. maybe i can help you smile… we can talk of sewing beautiful garments…..b
butchart in reply to wanda lechene’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you so much wanda… you are kind….......b
butchart in reply to Susan Grissom’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you susan….........b
butchart in reply to Paul Vanzella’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you so much paul…. i appreciate your kind comment… and you stopping in to view my work…........ peace and light….....b
Rachael Hope, 4 months ago
This is so magical!! So eleven and pixie like!! I just adore it!!
Rachael Hope, 4 months ago
I meant to say elven haha I got so excited about how much I liked it that I spelt it wrong
silencieux, 4 months ago
STRAIGHT FROM MY HEART
WITH A MELODIC RHYTHM
BURSTING FROM ’ THE FOUR SEASONS’
A SEED OF LOVE…
Great ArtWork …please enjoy your weekend B.
A.
Carlos Teófilo, 4 months ago
Superb work again my friend B.
t1nyskert, 4 months ago
seen this kind of work before…but never ever done as good as this….very very brilliant shot
butchart in reply to Rachael Hope’s comment, 4 months ago
it’s all good rachel… thank you so much… i guess i did pretty well catching the light on this one….........b
butchart in reply to silencieux’s comment, 4 months ago
A… your comment means the world to me…..... i am blessed to have you in my life… thank you friend….... peace and light….....b
butchart in reply to Carlos Teófilo’s comment, 4 months ago
awww carlos… thank you so very very much….... b
butchart in reply to t1nyskert’s comment, 4 months ago
t1nyskert… i love your work and appreciate your ‘eye’ for detail.. so you liking this work of mine means alot to me… thank you….. peace and light…....b
MuscularTeeth
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4 months ago
i know ive commented b4 but this is such a beautiful photo. image thingy.
butchart in reply to MuscularTeeth’s comment, 4 months ago
but never have you commented with the might redbubble by your name… now it’s a new ballgame… i’ve been visited upon by royalty… it doesn’t happen OFT…................b
MuscularTeeth
,
4 months ago
we are not amused.
:)
Robert O'Neill, 4 months ago
This is a great shot Butch
butchart in reply to Robert O'Neill’s comment, 4 months ago
thank you… was lucky catching the perfect light….. or it caught me.. not sure which…..b
Dave Moilanen, 4 months ago
So full of beauty and grace! Wonderful Butch!!
butchart in reply to Dave Moilanen’s comment, 4 months ago
this has been up for so long i had to go back and check that you hadn’t commented b4 dave…lol….... thank you..so much.. for everything…..... b
JOSEPH VALCOUR..., 4 months ago
beautiful and great.
butchart in reply to JOSEPH VALCOURT/ MODERNUS PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTWORK’s comment, 4 months ago
thanks m8
Al Neaimi, 4 months ago
i am in love
butchart in reply to Al Neaimi’s comment, 4 months ago
you truley made my day al…. thank you so much… i am honored by your simple words…......b
lianne, 4 months ago
I have no earthly idea how I missed this incredible work – and thank God I caught it when I went to send you a bubble. Flat out it’s my all time favorite piece of yours and you know there are many I have loved! The delicacy, the message, the tones, to softness, the flow – every single thing about this piece says masterpiece. Love it so much Butch.
butchart in reply to lianne’s comment, 4 months ago
Liane.. that you love this so much means the world to me….......thank you for your generous words.. your generous heart… and your generous friendship…. much love…...........b
lianne, 4 months ago
I had to have it Butch – to have you closer and this beauty around me – think you’ll be getting a note to the effect that I bought it – lol.
butchart in reply to lianne’s comment, 4 months ago
OMG… i just did…. thank you… thank you… thank you…. u have made me proud of what i do…...... and prouder still of our wonderful relationship…....... much love….....b
meltaylor, 4 months ago
Wow! This is a beautiful piece, b.!
Love the depth into the water and the height given from the reflection of the sky! The flowers and leaves just add to the beauty!!
mel
butchart in reply to meltaylor’s comment, 4 months ago
thanks so much mel… once in awhile i go straight…...b
meltaylor, 4 months ago
You are good either way, my friend!!
mel
Mark Richards, 4 months ago
This is so very beautiful… it is exquisite! An excellent eye for detail and feeling!
butchart in reply to Mark Richards’s comment, 4 months ago
wow… thanks so much Mark… i appreciate you stopping in and leaving such a wonderful comment…. peace and light…...b
Anthony Comella, 4 months ago
Beautiful eye appealing viewing! Top Shelf!!!
Tony Fallon, 4 months ago
Incredibly beautiful one shot. Subtle reflection at its best oozing peace and tranquility !
butchart in reply to Tony Fallon’s comment, 4 months ago
thanks so much tony… i was very lucky catching the light that day… it was almost spiritual… i do appreciate you stopping in to comment…. peace and light to you….....b
butchart in reply to Tony Fallon’s comment, 4 months ago <