Monday 25 April 2011

Beltane Approaches

Woodscape

A lovely multi-media image from Sheila reminding us that summer is a comin' in and to get your Beltane fires ready. She says:

I think of bonfires when I look at it. This seems to fit in with the 'bright fire' derivation of the common Celtic *belo-te(p)niâ. The colours are also very fire-like.


It is a piece of natural calico with painted Bondaweb© 'tree' trunks, there is also a bit of foiling in there, although it's not very clear on the photo. Small strips of green fabric give highlights to the trees and the button is a piece of driftwood that a friend's husband makes into these beautiful button creations. The melon seeds are coffee dyed - a result of my latest dying experiment.

Sheila

I love this beautiful collaboration and mixing of media - definitely making me think of bonfires too, thanks!

Can't wait to see what other works are inspired by this festival "Fires of Bel/Beltane" on the cusp of seasons' change. Share through celticyeartwo@btinternet.com

Joy, inspiration, love and light to you all

Lindsey

3 comments:

Sally Stafford said...

Beautiful colours Sheila, and clicking on the pic shows the great textures better....so love that button too. Thanks for showing us this.

SheilasEmbroidery said...

Smiles Sally & Lindsey

TitusL said...

Yes, Lovely Artwork :D
thought you might enjoy my Beltane Blessing machinima film
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VElZSplpxQc
Bright Blessings
elf ~