… Fairy Tales, by Kay Neilson (one of my favourite illustrators)
At rest in the dark wood. From East of the Sun and West of the Moon, 1914, by Kay Neilson. Image from Wikimedia Commons
The Art of …
Affinity
Art, Fun, & Nonsense.
… Fairy Tales, by Kay Neilson (one of my favourite illustrators)
At rest in the dark wood. From East of the Sun and West of the Moon, 1914, by Kay Neilson. Image from Wikimedia Commons
Nevermind ghosts or spiders, our photo today is the scariest one I’ve seen yet. It’s from chigau, who tells us this is the view from their window, and then notes,
I guess it’s winter.
©chigau, all rights reserved
… Autumn, by A.J. Casson
October, North Shore, 1929, by A.J. Casson, image from Canadian Geographic
Today we have an incredible photo by Nightjar of a spider, which is why it’s below the fold. [Read more…]
Our photo today comes from the camera of kestrel, and it’s a stunning capture of the golden light of autumn seen through an Aspen leaf.
©kestrel, all rights reserved
… surrealism, by Rene Magritte
Les Amants (The Lovers), 1928, by Rene Magritte
Snakes. Some people love them, some people loath them. Whichever camp you’re in, you’ve got to admit that they’re an alpha predator with a taste for the blood of small, innocent creatures.
Thanks to Kestrel, for bravely snapping this danger noodle to share with us today.
©kestrel, all rights reserved
© Voyager, all rights reserved
Jack and I see lots of chipmunks on our walks, and I often try to take a photo, but they dart away too quickly and in unpredictable directions. Today, though, this little guy literally darted into the spot where I was aiming my camera, and then he stopped for a moment. It was just long enough for me to grab a few shots before he darted off again. Although this looks like a planned sort of chipmunk picture, I was actually trying to photograph the saddle of the log behind the chippie. In retrospect, that would have been boring, so thanks, little guy for the photobomb.
© Voyager, all rights reserved
… sculpture, by Joe Fafard.
This installation of life-sized cattle is in the heart of Toronto’s financial district, and I have been lucky enough to have seen it several times. Like magic, it always slows me down and makes me forget that I’m in the middle of a big city full of bustle and noise.
The Pasture, TD Centre Park Toronto, designed by artist Joe Fafard. Photo from O’Canada
The Pasture, TD Centre Park Toronto, designed by artist Joe Fafard. Photo from O’Canada
At last, we have our first spider of the photo fest. It comes from the camera of PZ Myers of Pharyngula fame, and it has at least one of its eyes on you. You can find the beautiful below the fold.
Today, we have a pair of beautiful early-autumn landscapes by our very own Giliell.
©Giliell, all rights reserved
©Giliell, all rights reserved
Hallowe’en is fast approaching, so don’t forget to send in your photos. Maybe you have some pictures of people in costumes or spooky decorations. Perhaps it’s photos of snakes, spiders, scorpions, or other creepy crawlies. If you’re not into any of those things, you could send us your pretty pictures of the fall landscape. Our address (affinitysubmissions@gmail.com) is always in the left sidebar underneath the colourful percolating head and if you click that link it will open up an email form for you to use.
… Vincent Van Gogh
Starry Night, 1889, by Vincent Van Gogh. Image from Brittanica
Today our submission is a spooky one, perfect for hallowe’en. It’s from gddiver (I hope I have that right), and I love its creativity.
Fredo ©gddiver, all rights reserved
Fredo ©gddiver, all rights reserved
Work is for people who can’t take the pressure. Dive Deep!
