I set out across the field thinking that a field after maize is a bleak sight, devoid of creative opportunities. …
….and then I started noticing details in the hedgerow
Pussy willow, so magical in the sunshine. This photo was taken with my phone, isn’t it remarkable how technology has moved on in such a short time.
Looking up against the sky, lifted my spirits
My mind translated this picture into stitch: running stitch, fly stitch, couching and French Knots.
With stitching in mind the patterns of trees against the sky and the maize stubble became more intriguing
the mark-making danced in front of me turning into pattern and line
This mix of random shapes, which hold a sort of rhythm is what I am aiming for in my pieces of textile art – I haven’t quite got there yet but now I’m inspired by these images to have another go.
Joining in with is great theme: https://thesandychronicles.blog/2020/03/06/friendly-friday-challenge-art-unexpected/
I’m sure you too have found inspiration in unexpected places……
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Wild Daffodil 
great photos
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It was interesting to see the ideas develop. The last shot is almost disorienting, but in a good way!
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I’m glad you found it interesting Su. I enjoyed playing around with the photos – I excpect you worked it out that the last one is upside down.
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I couldn’t work out how you had done it, although I did puzzle over it. The arrow effect is more prominent in that one.
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Yours is an unusual and inspiring response to Art Unexpected. I can see how the repetitive pattern of reeds in water could be an amazing textile pattern. Thanks for joining the challenge. I hope to see your final product one day. Cheers – Sandy
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Thank you so much Sandy.
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What wonderful photos you have for this challenge 😀
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Thank you Cee, very much appreciated. I love the theme of Art Unexpected!
Thank you for introducing me to it. 🙂
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That is a brilliant post! Note to self – get back to doing some embroidery using nature as inspiration!
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Thanks so much! Your comment makes me smile from ear to ear!
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Those maize stalks look like runes!
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Ah – yes! I knew they reminded me of something – that’s it!
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What a thought provoking post, Sandra!
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Oh goody! 🙂
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I love the way your mind works, seeing stitch patterns in nature. And what a fantastic pattern the maize stubble makes!
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I won’t be able to look at it any other way now.
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Lovely read!
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good to know! 🙂
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Fascinating observations and great photographs. If I had fields like that so close I’d be out every day.
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Glad you enjoyed the photos RJ.
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Your photos inspired me and I was thinking of going out for a walk but it has just started raining. 😦
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It really makes me happy to know you are feeling inspired. It is sunny and windy here, so maybe the sunshine is on its way – I’ll send some over! 🙂
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Glorious photos. I love the ones with the stubble and water. yes I do find inspiration in odd places. For example moss, fungi, lobster pots, and of course our favourite rust!
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OOoo rust! Now you’re talking!
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I’m always looking for pattern and texture in nature! (And hearts, spirals, etc.) I love your photos … and I’m envious that you already have pussy willows out!
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Yes, so many patterns to find out there. The willows are in a sheltered south facing hedge, but I was surprised to see them so far advanced.
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Patterns in nature can truly be wonderful to photograph and an inspiration. Loved seeing your journey in the wintry fields. Those pussy willows are lovely, Sandra.
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Thank you Olga, lovely to have you along.
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Wonderful inspiration
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Nature, even the cultivated kind, never disappoints does it. 🙂
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It certainly doesn’t
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You do have fun on your walks don’t you. 😊
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Yep! 😉
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Keenly observed Sandra, and very enjoyable 😊
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Thank you Alastair, glad you enjoyed wandering along.
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