Guardian of the Flame

(Comments welcome with tnks, Gail)

OK, maybe it's just me, but this picture has a hypnotic effect. Kind of like a real fire. Another very nice piece of Gailean art. All my best-Jim

Nice image!

Beautiful shot, Gail...looks like a mythical deity...excellent post-processing and presentation...my best

Grerat!...my dear friend!

You kind of threw me for a loop...a wee bit there Jim.....Gailean art.....for a moment I stopped to question ...Gailean art??? what is that.....whew,,,,right over my head!!!!! Then I 'got' it. I have had this image for quite a bit...just didn't finish it...wasn't sure if I should post. My main idea was the same.....it was the finishing touches that had me stumped....I find if I stare too long, my eyes go a little 'whacky'....or I feel like there is something staring at me. Fun composing it....amazing what you can do when you dabble in abstract. Thanks so much for your critique....

 

I used to go to antique auctions a lot with my Dad, and one Auctioneer would call anything he couldn't 'pin down' as 'Jacobean'.......When I was first married (oh so many decades ago) a couple of young woman knocked on my apartment door, wanting to sell Magazines. Of course they tried to compliment me....saying "Oh I just love your style of furniture...it's so cozy....what do you call it?" After a moment I replied.........."anything I can get my hands on'...made them think hard enough that they didn't know what to say....and very politely accepted my 'turn down' to their magnificent magazine offer!!!!! 'Gailean art".....funny..! tnks again, Gail

My appreciation for your visit and very kind words of critique Didi! sincerely, GAil

I totally 'get' your take on this image......it kind of reminds me of some type of 'fire warrior'.........kinda neat at times..and kinda creepy tooo...............tnks for your visit.....sincerely, GAil

Hello there .................trusting it is so beautiful right now in Italy!!!! Thank you for taking the time to jot a few lines....cheers and best wishes......GAil

I have same impression like Jim when I look this image,very interesting and well done,best regards.

Always so creative your work, compliments Gail!

This is a great abstract with fine texture and tonality...I`m happy to see your works,always!

 

Regards(Bobby).

Gail,

 

Wonderful image with great details & colors. Take care, Patsy

Amazing what you can see in abstracts Gail. To me this is a warrior in a ritual fire dance with an eagle coming for a look see !!

 

But if I turn it upside down it's a native icon placed by a ritual fire.

 

Gailean art indeed.

 

All my best, Bill

I love your creativity, it enables me to fantasise .....GAILEAN.....The Guardian of The Flame, half man, half bull in appearance. one of the gods servants Before man was allowed fire, Gailean would stand guard over the upper worlds precious flame, many mortals seeked the knowledge of the flame and inevitably perished at the hands of Gailean, whom it was said could pierce a mans soul with his eyes and burn out his heart with just a breath from his mouth..........but on a lighter note ....he was great guy to have around as friend if you were a smoker . : - )

 

(Sorry Jim I used poetic license and stole your name "Gailean" but it kinda fitted)

 

Great work Gail

 

Kind Regards

 

Alf

 

 

 

Many thanks Radu for taking thetime to visit....and for your insightful comments...everyone I"m sure will see something different....my appreciation for your support....most sincerely, Gail

Your visits are always welcome and you always offer such fine support. Thankyou for your kind words Fabrizio and the time you take to visit....most sincerely, Gail

I am so happy this image makes you happy.....you bring again your 'sunshine' as you visit.....my best to you....and many thanks for your support...cheers to you for now.....Gail

I am eager to come and visit and see what you have been up to......always beautiful and interesting images on your pages. Many thanks for your time and support always, Gail

It is amazing how everyone sees something different. I can see what you see.....and thank you so much for your visit Bill.....talk again soon,Gail

I am so NAIVE!!!!!................I started reading your wonderful little story and was so surprised that 'Gailean' was really 'something'...I truly need to get out more....or read more....or do many other things other than try to keep up to things here on PN!!! (just kidding).........thank you for your insights.....they're always a delightful bit of 'comic relief'......for which I truly look forward to. Talk soon and BEHAVE YOURSELF ~~~~CHEERS....Gail

Wonderful colours Gail, a bit threatening too I would say - love the texture. Take care.

Yes you are right!! Was quite surprised myself with my end result. thanks for your visit....best regards, Gail

Hi Gail! Beautiful and very creative image: i like it very much. BRAVA!!! Ciao, Federico.

Great phrase - "Gailean Art"! Sounds to me like we have the start of a photographic movement.

 

In any case, this photograph's Rorschach appearance is extraordinarily intriguing. To the extent that Rorschach tests and other bits of pychobabble provide clues into the nature of personality, I can see a strong connection with Freud. And this leads to the religious symbolism of this photograph!

 

Outstanding work!

 

michael