by Atala | Jun 29, 2021 | Nature's Beauty
The sentient reality of nature is the theme of this 5-statue exhibit by Daniel Popper, currently on display at the Morton Arboretum, Lisle, Illinois. Most of the statues are inter-active, inviting the viewer to walk through or linger inside and feel the nurturing,...
by Atala | Jun 22, 2021 | Protection | Angels, Guardians, Warriors
A graceful, demure, traditionally-dressed Swedish lady is being protected by an earthy nature spirit. Together, they are the Lady of the Realm energy, overseeing the nature domains at the Swedish-founded Good Templar Park, Geneva, Illinois The Swedish lady is entirely...
by Atala | Jun 14, 2021 | Everyday Life in the Nature Realms
This handsome Art Deco-style youth is sculpted into a tree at Marquette Park, Indiana Dunes. There are two prevalent styles for Art Deco figures. They are often androgynous and are either strongly architectural with defined almost angular profiles, or soft and a bit...
by Atala | Jun 10, 2021 | Honoring Animal Spirit
Serpent energy is often present around Native American sacred sites. In the standing stone on the right you see a serpent head and on top of that an image of a Native American – the long ago occupants of this area of Rim Rock National Recreational Trail, Shawnee...
by Atala | Jun 5, 2021 | Plants, Flowers & Leaves
This colorful, ornate azalea blossom is dancing in the warm sun!
