Memories
A combination of fractal art and painting.
My mother died last week, and I have many good memories of her. She had dementia and her memory wasn’t what it should have been. I wrote this to her a couple of years ago on Mothers day…about some of my memories of her. I hope you like it.
“Dear Mum,
I just wanted to write and tell you how precious you are to me. When I think about growing up I always remember feeling safe and loved….apart from the occasions when I overstepped the mark and it was safer to run:-) Thank you…for not catching me.
I have memories of the lovely tasty dinners that you cooked us and the excitement and anticipation of Christmas…especially coming downstairs and spotting the presents stacked on top of the cupboard, way out of our reach. I can remember the little wax candles that were held on to the Christmas tree with peg like clasps. They looked so lovely when they were lit. Thank you.
I remember waking up in the morning to the lovely glow in my bedroom after it had snowed and I longed to go outside in it. You always made sure that I was well rugged up and warm. Thank you.
I can remember going for long bike rides and walks in the country…picking bluebells and primroses, and at other times dandelions and dock leaves to feed our pet rabbits with. Some of my fondest memories are of the beautiful nature that we grew up surrounded by. For leaving your beloved London, so that we children could grow up in the country, I want to say, Thank you.
Most of all, thank you Mum for loving Dad. The very best thing that parents can give their children is a loving family environment to grow up in. You certainly did that. I have been very blessed to have you as my Mum and I love you very much.”
I was so glad to find that card while clearing out her room last week.
I think it’s very important to tell the people you love that you appreciate them and care for them while they’re alive….. It’s way too late after they’re gone.
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Dayonda
Exquisite design. The colors are great, and the “eye” is amazing!
MuscularTeeth
this is great. like music frozen and made into a statue of light.
George Swann
Beautiful colours Chris, don’t understand it but it is lovely
Holly Werner
Stunning! Love the colors you have used in this one.
Sherri Talon
This is just superb!
Maximus
Your majesty, these just keep getting better and better. :)
jbouzou
Beautiful composition… and amazing colors… great work !
Dean Warwick
Looks like a golden wave, of lattice work, of memories.
C J Lewis
There’s melody in this piece Chris…it’s wonderful :)
Kenart
Stunning, the music of the spheres.
Rose Atkinson
Gorgeous – your mother lives on in your creativity
Maximus
Dear Chris, wonderful and when I can talk again …. Max :)
Dorothy Venter
With the golden and blue colours you encompass both the joy and the tears of your memories. And the joy is more than the tears. Well done.
Brian Towers
With a combination of sheer creative skill and a computer you are producing truly unique works of art Chris. This work show that the medium had become of age – when it just can’t be produced by hand. A great piece of work.
Heike Schenk A...
Thank you for this wonderful work and the text.,both important.
Carolyn Staut
Chris, a gorgeous piece of work…...........and writing. Part of our grief process is to remember the good, and to appreciate how we were loved and nurtured. I know your mom is smiling down on you, knows that she was appreciated, well loved, and that she did a most excellent job in the family and motherhood role. A wonderful and loving tribute not only to your mom but to the woman she helped to mold. You should both be proud.
Olga
Chris, I’m so sorry to hear about your loss… Mothers are unreplaceable… but thank God for those precious moments they implant in our lives. You are so blessed to have a special mother with these memories! Wonderful art work!
Barry Norton
This is beautiful, even more so with the word LOVE that you have woven into it
Lior Goldenberg
Touching words and wonderful artwork, Chris!
Nith
oh , wow wonderful color
pentangled
Absolutely entrancing… an image to get lost in…
Glad to see you back Chris :o)
Keith Richardson
Chris, My very favourite colour combination is rich earths and blues, and your image has these in spades.
Thank you for sharing such private and intimate memories – through these we get to know one another, and to empathesize with your place in the world today.
I admire your artistic taste and skill, and aspire to maybe one day achieving something like this as I explore the exciting world of Fractals. For me this is just beginning.
In appreciation, Keith
amarica
Wow! Fantastic work Chris. My heart goes out to you for the loss of your mother. I lost my parents many years ago and have dealt with the pain that comes with separation. Beautiful tribute to your mother Chris.
liesbeth
Stunning work…sorry for the loss of your mom… age doesn’t matter when you have to say your last goodbye.. at least you were able to give her a wonderfull message that must have been in her heart ever since..
Chris Willis replied
Thank you very much for leaving your comment…I loved Mum very much and I know she loved me too….so yes, I’m pleased that she kept this little effort of mine as comfort for her :-)
deClare
I love the colours and the way the patterns blend in this. Fantastic image.
hirst
WOW,!...lovely work, great colouring!
Chris Willis replied
Thank you Shirley. Glad you like it :-)