Nature The Otway Ranges The Otway Ranges, about 236 kms southwest of Melbourne can trace its heritage back millions of years to Gondrwana Land. This is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Australia. Two of our subscribers share a little of their time reflecting on the magnificence of the trees and plant life.
America Stop, Look, Listen, Reflect Chris O'Brien in New York brings us some amazing images of the beauty that the winter has brought to his home city. Take a moment to reflect on the remarkable brush of Mother Nature.
Reflection Rest and Relax Showcasing some glorious images of the sun setting over Port Phillip Bay which is the gateway from the sea to our beautiful city of Melbourne. And a poem by Emily Dickinson for those of you who love her imagery.
Reflection Thanking the Front Line Workers Taking some time to think about and thank all the people around the world who have worked to combat the pandemic the world is experiencing. IPhoto by Georg Arthur Pflueger / Unsplash
Reflection Strolling through Sandringham October 2020 Hurray its springtime in the Southern Hemisphere and the Melbourne gardens are waking from their winter slumbers to a riot of colour. Azaleas and daisies are in full bloom while the wattle has been out for some time.
India The Life and Art of Satish Gujral gives us so much to reflect on Bringing you the inspiring story of Indian artist Satish Gujral who died earlier this year. He overcame physical injury and loss of hearing to become India's greatest artist in the modern era. Image: business-standard.com
Windows Past Posts No 20 October 2018: Windows Windows are such an essential part of our daily lives that we seldom stop to think about them and how they affect our perception of houses and the world around us. The Past Posts bring "windows" into focus in a variety of ways. Image: A section from "The Studdio" by Anne Newman
Japan Reflection: Japanese Gardens Take a few moments today to reflect on the beauty found in a Japanese garden. The trees are magnificent,
Reflection Reflection: Embracing the Beauty in the World Rosh Hashanah gives us a time and the encouragement to reflect on the beauty of the world. Today we will enjoy our reflection through more paintings by Israeli artist Elena Kotliarker. Image: The Flowers and Dragonflies by Elana Kotliarker (fineartamerica.com)
Celebration Welcoming in Rosh Hashanah "L’shana tovah u’metukah" to all my Jewish family and friends. May you have a good and sweet new year. Image: "The Herald of Dawn" by Elena Kotliarker (villageyontif.com)
At Home At Home with the Marvellous Movie Girls - Part 3 At Home with the Marvellous Movie Girls you will see a wonderful painting of Venus Bay, Victoria by Susan Bayre, meet the embodiment of nature & love in a German Shepherd called DD Dog (above) & learn that Caroline was rewarded with a Delft Blue vase for teaching fire fighting techniques.
At Home At Home with the Marvellous Movie Girls - Part 2 More At Home with the Marvellous Movie Girls' works of art. We see some beautiful Moorcroft pieces owned by our Julie & learn the story of the Moorcroft vase missing for 70 years. You will also meet a fan of JFK & see a remarkable link to our earlier post on Jamie Wyeth. Image: Moorcroft vases
At Home At Home with the Marvellous Movie Girls - Part 1 My movie group is in lockdown so as special treat we have taken you into their homes for an exhibition of their favourite works of art. We see paintings by Joan Williams, a work purchased in Paris, plus much about "Better Loosen Up" for lovers of race horses. Image: Ash Wednesday by Joan Williams.
Nature Reflecting on Memories of Blackberries The reflection last week about blackberries brought back many memories for people who read the Anart4Life blog. Today we share some of those memories. Image: "Making Blackberry Pie" by Edith Hayllar (artrenewal.org)
Nature Reflection: Picking Blackberries Reflecting through picking blackberries and all it implies. Image: Folk Art Blackberry Patch Rural Country Farm Landscape Painting - Blackberries Rustic Americana by Walt Curlee (https://fineartamerica.com/)
Reflection Strolling through Sandringham August 2020 Down Under, here in Melbourne, Australia, we are in the depths of winter. Despite the chilly temperatures, the sun is often shining when along with Dell, my friend and neighbour, we explore the ‘hood on our regular walks.
Reflection Various Perspectives on VP Day Today we recall the 75th anniversary of the end of the second world war in 1945, and the commitment to peace that survives to this day. Image: Wikipedia
Birds Reflection: Feathered Flight Let us take a moment or two to reflect on the marvels of flight as displayed by our feathered friends. Enjoy a video "Birds in Flight" by Wildlife World, 2010.
Reflection Reflection: Look Even Higher As you go about your busy day remember to look up into the sky and it is worth while staying up a little late at night to marvel at the starry canopy which floats above us. Image: Unsplash/Greg Rakozy
Reflection Monday's Feature Art Work: Collins Street, 5pm In today's Feature Art Work, we look at an iconic painting by John Brack, of workers heading home at 5pm along Collins Street, Melbourne Australia, plus a whimsical look of the same streetscape today...... Image: NGV.gov.vic.au
Nature Reflection: The Leaf We are surrounded by them but how often do we look at them? Leaves. I love their shapes, their colours & the patterns they make. Stop when you can & take a closer look at what leaves do to make our world so very pretty. Image: A section from "Tyquin House, Taradale, Victoria" by Anne Newman.
Reflection Reflection: Wood Workers Isn't it wonderful to watch an artisan at work, especially if they are working in wood which I love. Reflect on those who can turn a glorious gift of a tree from nature into a beautiful work of art. Image: Les raboteurs de parquet (1876) by Gustave Gaillebotte (en.wikipedia.org)
Reflection Reflection: The BenCab Museum Opens Our Eyes to the Philippines Take the chance to stroll through a beautiful garden in the Philippines which were established by artist BenCab as part of his museum in Baguio, Philippines. Image: bencabmuseum.org
Artisan Reflection: Smiths Our reflection today encourages you to think about all the people in our lives who use their hands to use metal to make essential objects and works of art to give pleasure. Image: (nippon.com)
Animals Reflection: Dogs in Our Lives Our reflection today is to take a few moments to appreciate the significant role dogs play in our lives: as protectors, workers and companions. Image: the gorgeous Foxy
