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“Every landform,

every tree, every blossoming shrub,
crinkled slope, face or hill speaks to us

of a faith in what we hope
is time immemorial, for here

the how things are merge
with the why, and the results are both

stunning and subtle, enchant the eyes
as on days when the mountains

are swathed in blue and black,
rain spots stipple the lake"
(BRIAN TURNER)

I wanted to use this wonderful poem describing this beautiful lake on South Island and Brian has given me permission to do so. The day I finished painting it, the terrible earthquake struck Christchurch. I think this must be an experience of unparalleled horror, so I am dedicating my painting to all the people of New Zealand – we are holding you in our hearts!

I used A3 Canson pastel paper and Unison, Schmincke and Sennelier pastels for this painting.

This painting is a representation of a very beautiful photograph taken by Mary Ball, known to Red Bubblers as Gingermegs. Her stunning capture can be found here: http://www.redbubble.com/people/gingermegs/art/...

Mary thank you for your awesome generosity!

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6 Features in the following Groups:

Lakes & Inland Waterways.
Seasons Change.
The Rainbow Group.
Just Fun.
Art Universe.
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