Friday, August 19, 2011

Mon Bouquet du Jour

Mein Wochenende Strauss




Painting is going well, kiln firing is going well...need to continue painting but wanted to check in and wish you a wonderful weekend.






This little Ladybug has changed colors to fit into its Tarahumara Sunflower environment,  that is what I'm doing, disappearing from blogging...but only for a  little while.






My garden is bursting with flowers and vegetables.

Have a great weekend, my dear Blogging Friends.

Gina





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18 comments:

  1. Mark D. RuffnerAugust 19, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    The photograph that magnifies the center of the sunflower is spectacular. I'm looking at it and thnking what a fine mandala it would make. Or perhaps the inside of a yellow bowl!

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  2. CassyAugust 19, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    Those sunflower photos are simply beautiful.

    Cassy from Acoustic Guitar Lessons

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  3. Karen @ Pas Grand-ChoseAugust 20, 2011 at 4:32 AM

    I'm still reeling over that close-up of the sunflower - a spectacular image! I hope you manage to take the odd break from painting to sit at that table on the verandah!

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  4. GinaAugust 20, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    Hi Mark, Is'nt nature amazing? I wonder what could be the purpose for all this perfection.
    And, Mark, happy 1-year anniversary. So glad you decided to begin blogging a year ago. Your posts are always informative, unusual and interesting, which sets you apart from the rest. Congratulations!

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  5. GinaAugust 20, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    Hi Cassy, thank you for your visit. There are so many sunflower varieties but I think this green centered one is my favorite. I try to grow them every year.

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  6. GinaAugust 20, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    Dear Karen, Thank you for taking us along to your French villages. Your photos make it possible for us to get a little glimpse into French country life. I love the way you see life in France.

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  7. AgniAugust 20, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    I love sunflowers a lot !!! What a great photos!! Bravo - Ag

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  8. Theresa CheekAugust 20, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    Ok, be productive...but come back soon!

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  9. KarenaAugust 21, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Glorious Gina, Our Kansas State Flower! The closeups of the sunflower are amazing and the little ladybug!


    xoxo
    Karena

    Art by Karena

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  10. anneAugust 22, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    The sunflower makes my day right, thanks for sharing the picture mine is up I hope you can visit thanks SAHM’s Online Diary

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  11. Kim, USAAugust 22, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Wow this is perfection!

    MYM

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  12. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereAugust 22, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Hi Gina! The close-up of the sunflower is amazing. Thank you for your kind words about our trip. Any chance you will be in Venice September 5th,6th or 7th?
    xo,
    Sherry

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  13. GinaAugust 22, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Hi Sherry, Unfortunately not. We don't leave until September the 20th. We usually go in late September and stay until middle of October. Maybe next time. We would love to meet you in our favorite country. Have an extra special trip.
    Gina

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  14. Seraphinas PhantasieAugust 24, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Amazing photos. Great images, beautiful colors and work.
    Have a wonderful and sunny day.

    Kind regards
    Synnöve

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  15. Linda MerrillAugust 24, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    I've never heard of or seen a Tarahumara sunflower. I thought it was photoshopped! Amazing! Enjoy your time focused on your art!

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  16. The TablescaperAugust 24, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Such exquisite photography. Don't disapear for too long. Great to have you being a part of Seasonal Sundays. Sorry to be so late in getting to visit.

    - The Tablescaper

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  17. MumzieAugust 25, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    Just found your blog for the first time. I love your paintings and pictures! Awesome!!! Mumzie

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  18. LorrieAugust 28, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    Beautiful sunflowers. They have such striking forms.

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