25 Replies to “Reflection”

  5. Gretchen Del Rio – Crestline, California, USA – I first discovered the magic of water based colors when many years ago I began to paint with procion dyes on silk. I loved the unexpected quality of the process. It was so exciting to never be sure what the colors and water would combine to produce. It seemed as though the medium had its own passion. Painting with watercolors and paper is much the same. I love the color combinations and separations that occur spontaneously as the color floats on the water. You can never totally predict what effect will result. If you try to control the medium too much, your painting will be very tight losing its aliveness. The artist must be bold and decisive or the work will not be clear and fresh. It is really like a dance. It becomes a controlled folly in knowing when to let go and when to take charge of the direction that the painting is taking. The images that I paint reflect my emotions and are expression of my life experience. They are not extensively planned, but rather evolve as the painting progresses. I am always surprised by the end result since it comes into being because of what the medium and emotion has suggested. The paintings are from my heart and I always fall in love with the subject. I believe that we are all connected and, if an image touches you, it is because we all have the same heart even though our paths may be different. Most of all, painting what I paint makes me happy. The paintings are my own path unfolding. They are an opening door for me and contain my own passion for life.
    Gretchen Del Rio says:

    There is a patch at my lake edge that looks just like this. With your camera and your eye you are very good at picking out these gems and giving us the chance to see what might well have otherwise gone unnoticed.

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  7. taylorgardens – Seattle, Wa & McMinnville, OR – Gardener, garden coach, naturalist. Plant-related work for hire. I have a Master's degree.....in science!
    taylorgardens says:

    lovely photo – captures the winter moment perfectly…

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  8. Janet Holt – Bald Head Island, NC – I am on a journey of discovery. One that involves discovering the world around me and discovering myself. I have found that using a camera is making this process of discovery much more enjoyable. I trust you will enjoy it as well. My passion for all animals knows no bounds, but it is the parrot that has caught my heart! I am now involved in a campaign to help bring parrots in the wild back into their normal existence! The Indonesian Parrot Project is first on my list, and with a little help from our friends we will bring the Abotti Cockatoo back into a full, strong life in their natural habitat.
    janethilton says:

    Thank you for your words and photo!

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  16. Kenne – I am writing about what comes naturally to my heart and all expressions of light. I experience the world through my own filter... sharing my inspiration with any interested. In this new time, my exploration of light and love will turn to the inner light of all humans, all worlds and the love that connects us together.
    Kenne says:

    Reblogged this on Love of Light Blog and commented:
    This stunning image captures both winter and the contrasting feelings winter stirs in me.
    RE-BLOGGED from leaf and twig.

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  21. BFIPhoto – Jeffersonville, OH – I am a freelance photographer with many years experience shooting models, sports, weddings, family portraits, high school seniors, and artistic images. Feel free to browse and let me know your thoughts. Thanks for your time.
    burnettfreelanceimagery says:

    Beautiful image, I love reflection images 🙂

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  22. thedogwalkinggardener – I love dogs and currently do not have any, so I am a dog-mommy when I can be. Gardening is my passion. I've always loved birds and I'm learning a bit at a time from all the Birders that I meet. Swan Lake is my second home! .
    Anne-Marie says:

    I love this ….

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