Jun 01 2008
Feeling the AIR
The breeze slightly blowing past your face…
The rejuvenation of a deep cleansing breath…
The sight of clouds moving across the skyline…
Air is hard to define because we can’t really see it like we do with the other elements. We feel it. We know it is there. We see its effects - both good and bad.
We see how the AIR mixes with other elements: it can make FIRE stronger and weaker depending on how it is used. The AIR can carry seeds and implant them in the EARTH, as well as shape and form it. AIR can mix with WATER and create beauty and destruction.
The AIR element was the hardest to define for this round of Project Spectrum. The neutral colors of white and gray seemed natural, and yellow seemed to make sense as well. Honestly though, I can imagine all colors in air. It is so inclusive and all-encompassing. For that reason, I encourage you to really explore this element. Do not feel encumbered by the assigned colors. Think about the air you breath and its effect on you. Think about how the wind blows. Think about the power of this element. Let that inspire you in your crafting and your creative pursuits.
~As always, thank you for being a part of Project Spectrum~
Beautiful. I can’t wait to see what everyone comes up with!
Lovely pictures. I have just cast on for a yellow Swallowtail so that was good timing for project spectrum!
I have some gorgeous cloud-like batiks in my quilting stash. More totebags await!
I have to say you and your hubby take some of the most beautiful photos I have ever seen—they are always so sharp and clear as well as creative–I always enjoy seeing what you two come up with—-you are both very talented!
I just finished thinking about my “air offerings” and it really made me think a great deal about yoga, cleansing breaths and peace. I was surprised at how much sensory effect just thinking about it conjured. Thank you for keeping me inspired, as always.
Stunning photographs, I’ll definitely be visiting again…
[...] - the last (read only!) projects completed during Earth. Where did 2 months go? Now we are in the Air element. Have I told you I’m afraid to knit with white? I am. I have white yarn. Some beautiful [...]
You’re right - the air is invisible, but it’s possibly the most powerful element. You certainly are affected most quickly if you are deprived of it!
If you hold a prism up to the air, you’ll see a whole rainbow. That may have to be my PS inspiration this round…
Beautiful photos!
beautiful photos…beautiful words…lots to think about…
It could be said that air is one of the most amazing elements, since its existence is essential for so many other things.
simply beautiful. well put. i was imagining myself being whisked away by a breeze as i read this. i love when a soft wind gently pulls my hair away from my face!
As always thank you for being inspirational :o)