Wednesday, 25 November 2009

Winter Shrine

The theme this week over on Gothic Arches is to make a shrine. I'm not sure where the wooden box originally came from, but it was ideal - except that it was black. As a result I've spent quite a bit of time watching paint dry over the last few days.
Having decided on a winter theme, the hardest part was finding bits and pieces to use. I really must start collecting more junk (sorry, I meant ephemera).
The image is a drawing of Beira, a Scottish Goddess associated with Winter (also known as the Cailleach Bheur) perched on the mountain tops. Wherever you go in the world there are local deities associated with Winter. To the Norse she was Skaði, to the Germans Holda or Perchta and so on.

In other news, I'm the lucky winner of some blog candy so there's a nice selection of crafty goodies (and chocolate) winging their way to me. I'd like to say a big THANK YOU to the lovely Lydia for her generosity.
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12 comments:

  1. Louise (KardKrazy)25 November 2009 at 10:01

    I really like this! A great choice of subjects ....and I love the holly you've included as well as the different names for your winter goddess.

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  2. Suzi B25 November 2009 at 12:10

    This is lovely Nigel... ai've still not had a go at any challanges .. next year .. maybe?
    Sue B x

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  3. Marie Lost Bird Studio25 November 2009 at 13:53

    I like the winter theme. Great shrine
    Hugs
    Marie

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  4. Anonymous25 November 2009 at 14:01

    Beautiful,Nigel!

    I love how you used the lace to get the icey look!
    That's one mighty fine shrine!

    xx

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  5. Jackie Elwin25 November 2009 at 17:30

    beautiful wintry shrine Nigel - very frosty feel to it.

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  6. Ginger25 November 2009 at 18:10

    Loved your idea for the shrine gorgeous art!

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  7. Jennie -The Artistic Stamper25 November 2009 at 20:24

    Great shrine :)

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  8. Anonymous26 November 2009 at 08:02

    Wow i love this one, it's gorgeous!
    So many lovely details and at the same time i've learned something about Goddesses ;-)
    Well done!
    Hugs xx
    Pat

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  9. Sugar Lump Studios27 November 2009 at 11:18

    I love the gorgeous scene you created for your shrine! fantastic art! :)

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  10. jaine drake29 November 2009 at 14:54

    Wow, what a wonderful shrine to Winter. I love it.

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  11. Anonymous6 December 2009 at 03:39

    Ah, Winter. I really like what you did with your shrine. Let it snow!!!!

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  12. Karen Owen6 December 2009 at 22:25

    Gorgeous work! The icy look on the lace at the top is the perfect touch.

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