Tuesday 30 June 2015

Watching Clouds

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Well...It has been an exhausting and exhilarating two months. I am back in Australia; the trip home to Ireland was not for leisure but to spend quality time with a loved one who is still recovering in hospital. There were very sad times along with some heart warming moments, having the love and support of family and friends really helped.

I have always enjoyed walking by the banks of the river, parklands and woods near where I grew up. It is one of those places I liked to go and spend quiet reflective time. Listening to the sweet sound of the birds, the rush of the water over the rocks, the fragrance of wild flowers while embracing all the sights of the countryside. It's a pure delight for the senses.

I thought I would share photos where the inspiration came from on this trip to Ireland, for my illustration "Watching Clouds". It was hand drawn and painted digitally a couple of years ago and holds some lovely childhood memories for me.



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Do you have a favourite place? Somewhere that holds a special place in your heart? I would really like to hear about it!

Enjoy the rest of your week.
Until next time, Happy Creating!

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4 comments:

  1. Serena, how lovely to get your new blog and see all these wonderful photos!
    So glad that you're back, I was actually going to email you today to ask you and suddenly I got your email.
    I really enjoyed this blog, reading your lovely comments and seeing part of your home country, so green, lush and beautiful!
    Thank you for sharing it with us!

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    1. Thanks Marta for your sweet words. The trip home was very emotional, spending time in the beautiful countryside helped me put things into perspective, and that is to be grateful and appreciate the special moments!

      Serena x

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  2. your drawing is so sweet!
    loved seeing your photos too, such beautiful places.

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    1. I am happy you enjoyed the post Tammie Lee! I love living here in Australia, it's wonderful contrasting countryside, wildlife and fauna but Ireland will always pull at my heartstrings.

      Thanks for taking the time to stop by and leave your lovely comments.

      Serena x

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