nicky linzey: Grounded

Wednesday, 11 January 2012

Grounded

An old illustration today showing my interpretation of one of the 4 elements - EARTH - you can read about the classical elements here. I always feel connected to earth as an element although my astrological sign would be associated with fire. I like to feel solidity and strength, a link with Mother Earth. I love the soil and growing things and feel happiest when my feet are planted firmly on the ground walking through beautiful woodland!
© 2007 nicky linzey
For illustration friday

15 comments:

Dina Thanki said...: Lovely illustration. I like the simpleness of it.; 11 January 2012 at 11:55
Paula Kuitenbrouwer said...: I'm pleasantly puzzled by this illustration because which line is ground-level? It seems to have two levels or it shows a world inside Earth. I see 3 snails and a few earthworms, one is entering the picture from the outside world. Very cleverly done.
To me this is a happy, complex illustration that makes you study the worlds depicted for some time and gives you a pleasant terra-cotta feel due to its colour.
Happy New Year to you Nicky!
May you have lots of hours walking in the woodlands.
Paula; 11 January 2012 at 13:26
Julia Kelly said...: That is absolutely beautiful--- your "design" is fantastic!!!; 11 January 2012 at 13:59
trudy said...: this is a beautifull illustration!!; 11 January 2012 at 20:02
Sarah Melling said...: Lovely! The use of a single color gives it a nice screen-printed or woodcut quality.; 12 January 2012 at 01:11
pretty day said...: This is perfect for the topic. It has a very solid, "grounded" feel to it. And I love the earthy color you chose.; 12 January 2012 at 05:17
Caroline said...: Lovely work Nicky! Beautifully clean and simple print effect with all the elements of design within! Do you still have your allotment?; 12 January 2012 at 08:40
Anne Manda said...: Very nice, very grounded! :)); 12 January 2012 at 09:08
Nicky Linzey said...: No Caroline - I had to give it up through lack of time but I still grow some fruit & veg in my garden.; 12 January 2012 at 15:48
Anonymous said...: I really like this, just lovely.; 12 January 2012 at 20:54
Anairam said...: Lovely illustration. I particularly like the snails, which says something to me about taking things SLOWly and not just rushing about. PS Your woods-walk for New Year's sounds lovely, but I have to confess that I do not like the idea of walking in the "wild" at night here. I am afraid of snakes, scorpions and muggers!; 13 January 2012 at 16:45
Vicki Smith said...: What a lovely piece. I really like the snails, too! I know what you mean about being outdoors and enjoying nature.; 13 January 2012 at 22:06
Bella Sinclair said...: Very beautiful and pleasing and soothing with all its lovely swirls. Plus, it's my favorite color. :) And whoa, your Highlight painting is gorgeous!

Happy New Year, Nicky!; 14 January 2012 at 22:30
Amanda Dilworth said...: Love the use of white and one colour. great composition too, like the snail at the top.; 18 January 2012 at 12:10
get zapped said...: I love your interpretation of things. This is fabulous!

Thank you ~; 20 January 2012 at 21:11