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Inspired by the beautifull song of the same name by Enya. Several of my own photographs merged together in photoshop CS2.
Acrylic and conte on watercolour paper.
Watercolor and pencil on watercolor paper, / 12×8.5 Works related: Totem #1
Totem #1 is the first of a series of pieces that represent an animal attached to a human figure, like if they are part of the same body. They can also be animal totems, if you prefer. The Totems carry also a very simple concept: our deep attachment to Nature as one single thing. In those pieces, I intend to make the human head always black and white and naturalist, while the animal is colorful and filled with abstract shapes. watercolor and pencil on cold press watercolor paper / 12×8.5
Honoring intuition, using discernment, outsmarting deception and trusting first impressions are some of the ‘medicine’ traits of the OWL. / The ‘Medicine’ of TRUTH…like the invisible owls you hear at night, your awareness in the midst of blackness, perceives reality. In the night you find illumination. Oh yes, the night is dark, but the world is still real for those who see with their intuitive side. / My dear sister Judi, as you learn to trust your clairvoyant nature, you learn that truth flows through you, much the same way silent OWL glides through the night. Honor this ability to serve CREATION…. My husband came in from outside, quite giddy with this discovery – a Great Horned Owl in one of our many Pine Trees surrounding the ponds that he was cleaning debris from. What a gift to be able to photograph her in the daylight hours, besides seeing her after discussing the medicine of her truths. As is photograph taken 2/18/09. WindOwl Eyes of Truth
Me inspire viendo la película Kiriku, de Michel Ocelot.
This morning I realized I never make art for the soul purpose to hang on my wall….ironic I know….so I wanted to do something special for the family….we have always had a guardian wolf spirit, you can call him a ‘totem’ spirit or ‘familiar’ spirit….we call him family…..so here is my representation of our spirit who has been with us for over 9 years….may you never leave our sides my friend…going in a frame and on the wall as soon as i finish uploading him : ) I hope he brings you comfort as he has for us on so many occasions….
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image sold at exhibition (best viewed large) ...Grounded earth totems / brings meaning to life / “let me out” she calls / and sometimes she’s right / a shield to the world as the cat is above, / the wolf in the shadows / not quite as he thinks / in the distance, / oasis, / hope instincts. / … The wolf, because sometimes we see ourselves as bigger than we are, the cat as protector, the drag queen as performer, the oasis, a place to rest. (Mark: Perth, Devlyn, Dayne: Adelaide) inkedup! – Adelaide South Australia, digital art exhibition November 1st – 29th 2008 For this exhibition all images have been printed on canvas, with the images sealed for protection and stretched to frames of 35×28cm. The exhibition is part of the south australian gay and lesbian FEAST festival in november. to be held in stirling, adelaide hills at the stirling organic market and cafe. I hope you enjoy……
This is an as is shot from my NWTrek adventure last month. The bobcat is sometimes called the wildcat, it has a short bobbed tail from which it gets its name. It also has tufts of hair on its ears and sideburns and often confused with the lynx, which is usually grayer and always larger. It is a solitary animal, and those with it as a totem usually share the same situation. / They are the medicine of secrets and silence, an endangered species once found roaming all over the US. It makes his home under rocky ledges and in piles of rocks. Although not very fast, it can leap up to eight feet, its primary food source is rabbits and woodchucks. It can see very well in the dark, and its hearing is acute. If a bobcat has shown itself you should ask yourself these questions… / Are you being too solitary? / Do you need to look for a new learning opportunity? / Are you or those around you being indiscreet? / Are you not trusting your inner senses? / Are you allowing others’ outside appearances to sway you? Whenever bobcat is around, it will teach you that there is true power and strength through silence. SECRETS
This standing being once rooted deep in the Earth / the rivers’ waters ran high, uprooted her for rebirth A magical aura surrounds her form, in remains / as she respectfully identifies our humble domain At her base sits the medicine and strength of the Bear / whose introspective instinct fares none to compare Great Horned Owl, the largest of all night birds / guarding with discernment and outsmarting the absurd Enduring Elk supports our stamina and health / reminding us our persistence and hope brings wealth Our four-legged teachers, like the wise old wolf / taught us new paths and options, as the old were engulfed Secretive Bobcat, in her stillness, does silently watch / honoring mindfulness, with no dogma to debauch The great Buffalo reminds us scarcity is based upon fear / to be released and make way for abundance is made quite clear Atop the embodiment of Spirit, as the Eagle does soar / the freedom of oneness and connecting without keeping score Owl in the Moon oversees winds of ever-present change / whilst the realm of our ancestors broaden their range Clawed, winged, finned and even those who crawl / are akin upon Earth, as I avow never to intentionally maul As one score has passed, opening this brethrens’ door / to these medicine creatures, I gratefully accept much more than folklore. WindOwl 3/3/09 tkrosevear This photograph is of a tree downed in the rivers floods last year, that we brought to our entry and merged with photos of 7 creature teachers whom represent the four cardinal directions and above, below and within – the owl within the moon represents my spirit name and connection to them all. Animal Wisdom DOHIYI ;) XOXOX Medicine Cards
This mandala is representative of the medicine of BEAR, which for Native American peoples, is considered (along with the wolf) as one of the last true symbols of the primal, natural world, and many ecologists believe that how humans respond and protect their lands and their future will be the most honest depiction of how serious humanity is about preservation of our environment and the natural resources within it. Also, the bear is considered kin to himans, because, like birds, it can stand and walk upon two legs. / Bear teaches us to go within and awaken the potentials inherent and bring them to the world and apply them. Introspection that makes accomplishing goals and dreams that we carry come to fruition. Becoming like BEAR and entering the safety of the womb-cave, we must attune ourselves to the energies of the Eternal Mother (Earth), and receive nourishment from the Great Void (unconscious/universe), where all solutions and answers live in harmony with the questions that fill our realities. / Each and every being has the capacity to quiet the mind, enter the silence and KNOW. / Bear resides in the West of the medicine wheel, symbolic of our intuitive/feminine side or right brain and to hibernate, bear travels within the four lobes where the pineal gland resides (lying just under the pituitary gland, behind the eyes, highly responsive to light waves)also resonating our Crown Chakra, the control center for the effective functioning of our physical, emotional and mental selves. / This also links us to our faith, attitudes, beliefs, values, conscious, courage and humanitarianism. This level and power abandons intellect and EGO to the power of passionate experience and “knowing”. / Bear medicine is ultimately knowing yourself ~ your body, mind and spirit ~ using your strengths to overcome your weaknesses, whilst knowing also that both are necessary in our evolution. Drawing photographed and edited, colored with wacom pen in photoshop 7 with redfield plug-in fractilius filter and coloring adjustments to finalize.
Rich evocative painting depicting althernate states and bird totems.
Little Brother to Eagle – Hawk teaches us to see the; “big picture” and to reach our intuitive and creative Spirit.
my daughter & snake
Shamanic angel martyr hiding face with stigmata on the hands. Photo base illustration.
oil on canvas 2002
Attributes of Turtle: Self contained, protection, and creative source. Turtle represents Mother Earth, informed decisions, planning and adaptability…can awaken the senses on both the physical and spiritual level. Perceiving, inner knowledge. As you can see, Turtle represents powerful medicine.
The medicine of Moose is primal feminine energy and the magic of life and death ~ a positive force representing a willingness to “Tell the World” about her feelings. Self~Esteem, the joyfulness that comes with accomplishment without the need for approval and the enjoyment of sharing that comes from the deepest part of one’s being is the wisdom of Moose. / Moose medicine people have the ability to know when to use the gentleness of Deer and when to activate the stampede of Buffalo, as they understand the balance between giving orders to get things done, along with the willingness to do things themselves. / So, if you have happened upon this photo and itmakes you feel good, you have probably accomplished something on your journey…broken a habit, completed a goal or task, or youhave a new sense of self that you have fought hard to earn. You should be feeling harmonious pride and recognize those who helped you attain your process and progress. This photograph was taken, as is, at an undisclosed location in Alaska, by my brother (who wishes to remain anonymous). Alison
This spiritual design by Skye, is a tribute to the sacredness of Wildlife and indeed, of all Life. A wild Crow flies before a sacred Totem Pole which depicts the symbolism of many animal forms including Man. (A different coloured version of this beautiful image is available, if warm sepias aren’t to your taste.) The background image for this work was taken shooting into the Sun in a dense fog. 25% of proceeds from the sale of this item are donated to Defenders of Wildlife at: www.defenders.org. / Thank you for caring.
Done in PSP with the use of some filters. Am back on the hippie trail….... somehow :))
8”x10” scratchboard – Part of my “Proof of Faith” exhibit at Art Whino, National Harbor, MD. Please see www.artwhino.com for purchase. This piece is another experiment with the concept of totem poles. I am intrigued by the stacking of ideas into a vertical story, aesthetically and conceptually. Maybe some more totems are on their way?
After creating the Coyote Shield, I have decided to do an Animal Totem Shield series using my artwork combined with my photos of animals. This one embodies the Magical energy of Raven. also available as tees: /
Abstract painting – Acrylic on Canvas / 120×45 cm / Please view the enlarged version of this work – thank you.
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