I like the figure in the tree. Perhaps that’s because I view trees the way I do, as individuals, with their own personalities. I could also see this tied into the book Uprooted, by Naomi Novik.
jazzletsays
I got part way through Uprooted, to the point she was preparing to go into the forest despite being told how dangerous that would be (for others as well as herself) and stopped because I don’t like too-stupid-to-live heroines. Does that get better please Caine?
jazzletsays
I agree trees are individual, oddly enough that shows itself most strongly when they have been planted in regimented rows and still all have their own quirks if you actually look at them rather than at the plantation.
I got part way through Uprooted, to the point she was preparing to go into the forest despite being told how dangerous that would be (for others as well as herself) and stopped because I don’t like too-stupid-to-live heroines. Does that get better please Caine?
Well, she goes into the forest numerous times when it’s dangerous, I’m not sure where you stopped. If it was when Kasia was taken, yes, it gets better from there! There are a ton of spoilers at the link I included, but Nieshka comes through all the way, in fine fashion and in her very own inimitable style. She’s never too stupid, but her innocence does land her in some unusual situations, to say the least. The ending is remarkably upbeat, and Nieshka and those she loves all come through just fine.
jazzletsays
Thank you Caine. I have been finding it very difficult to finish books recently so it would be good to get at least one of them off the SBNF (Started but not finished) pile which is tottering at this point.
Once there was a somebody who was very tired. Exhausted to the bones. They only wanted to sit down for a minute. They leaned backmin the shade and thought “to be a tree and stay here forever”. The somebody fell asleep and the tree granted their wish.
Nightjarsays
I love this, Charly! Lots of intriguing details to get lost in…
You can just imagine people coming across this tree and making it an item of worship.
voyagersays
I love this, Charly. The contrast between the dead and alive branches is really poignant. It’s a very contemplative piece. Very serene.
Saadsays
Charly, this is absolutely beautiful.
rqsays
There’s a lovely sense of communication or reaching-out between the reclining tree-figure beneath, with one arm extended, and the protective shape of the tree branches, leaning down with tenderness. Lots of love.
Caine says
That’s stone gorgeous, Charly. There’s a deep serenity to that work, you can get lost in it. I love the gentle twist on the trunk.
Paul Durrant says
The reclining figure is fun.
What killed the main trunk, I wonder?
Ice Swimmer says
This is beautiful but also creepy. I see a human/humanoid figure in the tree. This would make a gorgeous card in some sort of game.
jazzlet says
Lovely roots Charly.
Caine says
I like the figure in the tree. Perhaps that’s because I view trees the way I do, as individuals, with their own personalities. I could also see this tied into the book Uprooted, by Naomi Novik.
jazzlet says
I got part way through Uprooted, to the point she was preparing to go into the forest despite being told how dangerous that would be (for others as well as herself) and stopped because I don’t like too-stupid-to-live heroines. Does that get better please Caine?
jazzlet says
I agree trees are individual, oddly enough that shows itself most strongly when they have been planted in regimented rows and still all have their own quirks if you actually look at them rather than at the plantation.
Caine says
Jazzlet:
Well, she goes into the forest numerous times when it’s dangerous, I’m not sure where you stopped. If it was when Kasia was taken, yes, it gets better from there! There are a ton of spoilers at the link I included, but Nieshka comes through all the way, in fine fashion and in her very own inimitable style. She’s never too stupid, but her innocence does land her in some unusual situations, to say the least. The ending is remarkably upbeat, and Nieshka and those she loves all come through just fine.
jazzlet says
Thank you Caine. I have been finding it very difficult to finish books recently so it would be good to get at least one of them off the SBNF (Started but not finished) pile which is tottering at this point.
Giliell, professional cynic -Ilk- says
Once there was a somebody who was very tired. Exhausted to the bones. They only wanted to sit down for a minute. They leaned backmin the shade and thought “to be a tree and stay here forever”. The somebody fell asleep and the tree granted their wish.
Nightjar says
I love this, Charly! Lots of intriguing details to get lost in…
Joseph Zowghi says
I love shadows on trees. I don’t know why, but they just really drew me into the picture.
Lofty says
You can just imagine people coming across this tree and making it an item of worship.
voyager says
I love this, Charly. The contrast between the dead and alive branches is really poignant. It’s a very contemplative piece. Very serene.
Saad says
Charly, this is absolutely beautiful.
rq says
There’s a lovely sense of communication or reaching-out between the reclining tree-figure beneath, with one arm extended, and the protective shape of the tree branches, leaning down with tenderness. Lots of love.