Thursday, March 25, 2010

In the wild.....







As soon as I'd finished making this piece I just knew that I would have to take it out and photograph it in a natural setting. There are some lovely little "faerie spots" near my home, so early this morning, while the light was soft and there was no wind, I set out for one of my favorites. This old Peppercorn tree is such a perfect faerie haunt....it's down some secret stone steps and sits right on the banks of the little Angus River.
(One day I'm going to make a faerie boat (with faerie crew) and photograph it amongst the reeds and duckweed.)
It was important for me to establish a strong relationship between these characters....love, trust, comfort and acceptance....all the things we hope to feel within the family unit. And of course, the fact that they are 'travelling' symbolizes our voyage through life and the fact that we are always on a path heading somewhere, however ponderous it may seem at times.

So, now I have that lovely feeling of having completed one piece and ready to start the next....an earthy little goblin I think, with teeth, big feet and an oversized cap on his head. That's the plan.....for now anyway.
Till next time.

14 comments:

  1. Wonderful, I love it.
    Yes, The pictures in a natural setting are the most apropiatte.
    Great job!

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  2. it is just wonderful, so complete and in harmony...

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  3. Genial!!!!!!!!!!
    Es tan perfecto, que parece que esta hecho en serie.
    Me gustan todos los detalles, colores, formas...me encanta. Y el sitio para fotografiarlo a sido el mejor que podias escoger, parece que vivan en ese bosque, un trabajo lleno de dulzura.
    besitos ascension

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  4. The piece is just gorgeous and yes, it does need that natural setting to really capture the feeling. I love how that works out. Goblins you say? Can't wait.

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  5. OMG! So cute! Love the snail! What a great piece! You are so very creative.

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  6. OMG! Your Dragon Snail Travelers are absolutely amazing! And they do bring a very peaceful feeling. Thanks so much for sharing.

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  7. Lorell, wow! I loved seeing the WIP and this piece is just fabulous.

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  8. Oh Lorell... They did just turn out perfectly now didn't they!!! They are enchanting... are they for sale or going in to a gallery (as they should!) I love those fingernails!
    Pattee

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  9. I dont know how i came across your blog but im so glad i have....fairies i just love em....your work is so outstanding and how you photograph them is just magical.

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  10. These are adorable and love seeing them photographed in a natural setting. They look so real and I love looking at them.

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  11. Hi Lorell, Just found your site through "5 precious things" I love your fae folk they're wonderful!

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  12. Que trabalho encantador. Parabéns.

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