Butterfly colored
745 creative works found
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Combining silk painting and digital.
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Julia Heliconian butterfly, Dryas Iulia, / macro closeup. / —-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-- / —-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-- 2009 BUTTERFLIES CALENDAR / / / / / / Or a T-Shirt to go along with /
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I’m not a historical scholar nor Lakota, and this visionary interpretation originates from within myself. The inspiration however, is rooted in both established tradition and the realities of prairie ecosystems. This image is like the caterpillar nestled within the cocoon of its own spinning. The true story curls in upon itself and stays hidden, awaiting the time of emergence. Here’s a little of its history: I visited an exhibition of 19th century adornment created by First Nations Plains cultures. One item in particular caught my interest; an ornament skillfully crafted to resemble a large cocoon. Accompanying text noted that Lakota warriors often attached an actual or facsimile of the large Prairie Sphinx moth cocoon in their hair before entering battle, and cocoons were associated with bison, earth, and wind. It was worn as a method of transferring moth’s powers to the warrior, disorienting enemies as the whirlwind stirs the prairie dust and tornados destruct all in their path. I’m intrigued by transformation and metamorphosis, and understanding the biological processes makes it all the more amazing. Over the years I’d sometimes think about these caterpillars burrowing under ground to spin cocoons, and the link with bison, wind, and protection in battle. I’d remember that cocoon fetish and wonder who’d made and worn it. While working on my degree I took several ecobiology courses and by chance had an opportunity to learn more about prairie ecosystems. I compared the science, the Lakota tradition, my own observations and experiences on the rez and walking the northern and midwestern prairie. The result was this painting and enough material to fill a small book. Below is an exerpt describing the emergence of the Prairie Sphinx from hibernation. I understand why bison, earth, wind and the cocoon are related in the Lakota context and oddly enough, the scientific. One compliments the other, for both are true. There is a connection and without bison, the Prairie Sphinx cannot exist. She’s teetering on the edge of extinction now that the great annual migrations have ceased. The other creatures in the painting (aside from bison) all live underground, usually taking up residence in abandoned prairie dog communities. “And so I welcome Prairie Sphinx Woman, my companion. In a sacred manner we dance, celebrating the circle of life. We dance great circles like the seasons, and spin tiny circles like the finch’s nest. Her feet are so light they don’t touch the ground, tripping flower to flower. Mine are clumsy and earth bound but still keeping in time. Yummni, the little dust devil boy, swirls laughingly round our feet as we step to the chattering chant of Burrowing Owl’s song, the dry rattling of Rattlesnake’s shaker. Always, always, the drone of rhythmic whirring, chirping, and clicking of insects vibrating through the shimmering prairie heat. Their chant flows within and without , underscoring all. The sacred, cleansing perfume of sage and good – spirit calling aroma of sweetgrass intoxicates as we mimic Meadowlark’s melodic call. Our dance recalls the free spirited diving and dipping grace of swallow as he rides the wild winds that announce a / Text and Image copyright Helena Nelson -Reed, please don’t use without written permission. rising storm. In one way this day is like any other, it is precious.”
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grow your own cupcakes!
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Summer has awoken the colour and life in my garden :-) / .
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I have tried to keep the butterfly and its shadow to scale to give the impression of a real butterfly about to land on someone’s T-shirt
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Monarch butterfly. / Picture taken at F5.6, speed 1/640, ISO 800.
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grow your own cupcakes! featured in Christmas and Seasonal Greeting Cards on August 16, 2008
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Agathe had arthritis all over her poor body ,she couldn’t stand it .Sometimes she was just ragin of pain .She passed away the 14 of april .I wasn’t there to say goodbye but I’m sure she knows her hands will finaly be on R.B.I asked her for some shots of her twisted fingers and she agreed with such pleasure ,she asked me several times when I was going to do it .I went to see her just in time a week ago.She was so weak she couldn’t hold to little butterfly,I felt so sad but at the same time I was happy that she used the rest of her strenth to do that shot she wanted so more.She was always on oxygene and stayed still all day long the last few weeks.I ‘m sure she’s not suffering anymore .By! Bye! Agathe…xx
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I’m bored, have a head cold and I’m stuck at home so I had to try and use my imagination with what I had around the house! I don’t know if I’ll keep this one up, I want to try and perfect it. It’s actually just a water drop on top of a tiny bougainvillea flower.. This can give you an idea of how tiny this actually is! Ohh, and this has not received any post processing.
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Vibrant caterprillar comes to electrifying life.
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Eastern tiger swallowtail wing details in macro, taken at Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, Virginia in 2002. /
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November 18, 2008 -Top 10 ( actually #5) in Red challenge in Nature’s Wonders group .
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My son and I found this beautiful butterfly yesterday…...... Such grace and such awesome beauty….......... Life, what a precious thing indeed….......... I want to dedicate this to the awesome group Live, Love, Dream…....... You have each made me so happy! I am so very proud of you all and all that you are accomplishing…....... Such a beautiful group of nearing 1700 people… Its really climbing day by day…..... I had no idea when I dreamed up this group , that it would grow as it has…... YOU MAKE ME SO PROUD ! I am truly humbled by all of the kindness, and truly amazed by all the talent ! As many of you know, I have a new website I am working on …. Its up, but no where near the finished point as of it… It will take some time… I plan on incorporating our awesome group into my site ! Its my sincere wish that each of you WILL TRULY SOAR IN ALL THAT YOU EVER SET OUT TO DO IN LIFE ! I can honestly say, Ya’ll have truly touched this ole Bamagal’s heart….................. If you would like to view my site , its located here: bamagirl38 If you stop by, be sure and sign the guestbook so that I will know you were there ! I love yall…........ Hugs and blessings to each of you always! / Bonita Thank you for being the beautiful group of awesome people that you are ! I am honored to know each and everyone of you !
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I took this in San Juan Capistrono, California
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This is a combination of a macro shot of a butterfly then with some post PS editing I took out the back ground and then added bubbles and stars for the effect. / / /
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Other Categories / Animals / Apes / Architecture / Baby Animals / Bears / Birds / Big Cats / Elephants / Fish / Insects / Macro / Nature / Reptiles
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Apophysis to GIMP to photoshop MUSIC Butterflys have always meant change and color to me. / I have seen so many and all so many color combos. / So today I would like to send all butterflys to brighten the day. Linaji and Teri Lee this one is for you two especially as you have brightened my day many times. /
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A bobcat musing at some colorful butterflies on a bright summer’s day. A digital collage created in photoshop.
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The original artwork is an acrylic painting on linen. Only greeting cards, matted prints and small size of laminated, mounted & framed prints are available to maintain image quality.
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A Monarch Butterfly, Danaus plexippus, is drinking nectat from a daisy. Macro closeup. Goleta California. / —-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-- / —-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-—-- 2009 BUTTERFLIES CALENDAR / / / / / / Or a T-Shirt to go along with /
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monarch butterfly on flower with green background
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