Nocturnally oriented
loving to live on the dark side
to paint and write in the dark of night
to stroll outside, be caught in moontide
Emotionally motivated
drawn to the contrast of white and black
to set lines free on watercolor paper
to assemble words as an aphrodisiac
Artistically compelled
driven to create what did not exist
to free the heart with a word attack
to design images to not resist
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Author notes
Words flow out
land on the page
so easily,
one, two, three,
finished.
Lines, on the other hand,
do not transmit as easily
from mind to paper;
so sketch, crosshatch once again
until it comes closer
to expectations.
And then the battle
with technology
as mysterious settings
I cannot adapt
cut off the sides
of the drawing!
But I rather like
the proportions!
Words come alive when answered in kind.
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wonderful ...
we seem to be very much alike ...
I don't know how to draw though - although I know how to paint ... sounds weird, no ?
also, I am an early bird, going to bed at 8 pm, together with the birds (inside and outside) ... so the night-time is still a mystery for me, that is waiting to be explored creatively - except for my dream-walks, of course ...
regarding your attraction to herbs, I was reading a chapter in my book "the way of the shaman" yesterday evening that talked about the shaman retrieving plant- and herb-spirits (besides the ones of his animal-helpers) to become his assistants in healing ...
it seems that plants have an animal- or stone-identity in non-ordinary reality ... (often, they are bees, snakes, rocks etc.) any personal experience from your side ?
maa
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Maa, about to search farther into the healing
elements of herbs, their mysterious nature.
So far just attempting to find a large variety
and keep them alive!
Engrossed in the delight of having fresh herbs
to add to my cullinary creations. Just gave
my daughter a new stack of herb books, re healing,
growing for her birthday, which is today. We're
sharing what we learn.
You inspire me to learn more of the hidden nature!
Aesthete
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you're drawings, as always, enhance your poetry! i like your final stanza a lot, sometimes art is simply in freeing the mind, too much constraing can kill a piece!
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Loper, you have it---the winning answer--
freeing the mind, cutting the constraints.
"to free the heart with a word attack"
was going to fall in line with white and black,
but, instead of backspacing it to oblivion
I moved it down the page, lying in wait
for the conclusion. There reason intervened,
but only momentarily!
Aesthete
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As always, your creativity brings life and story in every stroke of your gifted hands.
Words and arts put together conceive creative thoughts.
Just "peeping in" to say "Hello!" again, Mumsy.
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Nice to see you, summer!
Just meandering with
tapping on the keys
and playing with the pen!
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This is wonderful. I really enjoyed this one. "to stroll outside, to be caught in moontide". This is such a lovely line. Well done, and the drawing is wonderful.
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Vanessa, I appreciate your kind words!
Being caught in the spell of the moon...
an imaginative place to be!
Aesthete
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I wish I could sketch like that. I am more of a responsive type of writer and so do so mostly during the day. For me, the words seldom flow easily. Like it.
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Lee, your words as I remember them,
tell stories of romance and wondering,
often questioning, always well worth
the reading.
Thank you.
Aesthete
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You have two poems here and liked both of them.
I too love the quietness of the night to write. I can say the poems I like most have been written when everyone around was sleeping.
'silence falls after the sun is long gone
to visit the other side of the world
deserted streets -
dark homes where beds are occupied by couples
or lonely dreams
my thoughts transcend all the limits
imposed by the day light
and I understand the present quietness
is a tender touch in this silent solitude'
That is how the night makes me feel.
You very talented, with words and drawings
Thoughts on images, images upon lines
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Ah, Mari--I identify with
your well-expressed words--
"...my thoughts transcend all the limits
imposed by the day light..."
Perfect. And the sun visting
the other side of the world...
Thank you for sharing your thoughts
with your poetic words!
Aesthete
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A very interesting poem about the ability, and the compulsion, to create through both both words and images.
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Leah, Leah,
so nice to seeyeah!
Or have I said that before?
That little urge keeps pushing
until new words, new images
appear on the page!
Thank you for stopping in!
Aesthete
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If I am right, the poem is about you and your love of art, or more-so, the creation of art. The "nocturnally oriented" and "drawn to the contrast of white and black" of course are obvious hints.
And I like the "notes" poem, not only was it good but it revealed your frustration and the process involved.
Your artwork is very compelling, a perfect accompaniment to the poem.
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Thank you, Keystone.
Yes, I have morphed into
the night artist role over
the years and find it most
comfortable. And the blank
white paper, waiting for pen line,
is both scary and compelling.
Yes, the "backstory" reveals
that life is not always
as easy as it could be!
Thank you so much for
the thoughts expressed.
I appreciate your visit.
Aesthete
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Aesthete...sister of my heart, I love the pencil sketches. I have to tell you I am a big fan of this medium
your sketches are amazing and I love the poetry accompanyment.
oh my gosh I had trouble signing in
could not remember my password
hehehe
I love what you are doing with your site
I want everyone to know what a creative, intelligent woman you really are.
hugs Moony
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Ah, Moony, dear Moony!
So good to see you here.
Something missing in the air
since you've been gone. Of course,
it was the moon in the night sky!!
Password catch-up: a trip back in time!
What was the mind set on at that time!
Memories, right? Hah!
Thank you for taking time to visit once again!
Hugs back at you!
M-C
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I draw and write too. I love this poem, it is about me. All your words are my words and thoughts are my thoughts here. Amazing...alby
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It is amazing how artists and writers
get drawn to the same path,
can see themselves in each
other's experiences.
Happy that you can see yourself
in this expression, alby.
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Happy you shared it too
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Very very beautiful writing here. I have to agree with the comment below, that it is very very imagery. I love the whole layout of this piece, well done.
Wayne Leon
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Thank you, Wayne Leon.
I appreciate your visit
and your kind words.
Aesthete
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Awesome write and image...Very descriptive of secret and hidden feelings, love and emotion repressed...wishing only to escape through the light of understanding...hugs, mary
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Mary, what a perceptive analysis. Love it!!!
If only the drawings would flow as easily
as the words do!!
So nice to see you here!
Take care.
Aesthete
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