Pirouette
White scroll algae dances through the waves to land on the tide line. Part pirouette, part whirling dervish, its dance brings it for me to discover on the shore.
Monthly Archives: August 2013
Van Gogh’s Ear?
No irreverence intended. As a former art history major, certain stories and anecdotes never leave me. Given that, what else could this possibly look like?
It’s on the Table
How this tiny, delicate shell did not wash out with a retreating wave, I do not know. The arrangement was a happy find, though. Subtle colors and varied textures fashioned a lovely still life.
Pagoda
There is always an element of surprise with the arrangements that I stumble upon. Sometimes, though, there is just that bit of serendipity. The added element of delight. This is one of them.
Pink Heart
Spotting a heart-rock (or coral, in this case), makes it a lucky day. At least that’s what I tell my granddaughter. This little treasure was nestled perfectly in a cluster of stones and coral at the end of a bay. … Continue reading
Two Old Guys Having a Chat
Can’t you just hear them talking about the good old days, when they were bright, new coral? “When I was young . . .” “Remember when . . .? “How you been??”
Talon
Just emerging from the retreating tide, these two stones give the appearance of fiercely clawing their way to the surface on the tide line.
Confetti
Most often, it is an arrangement of shells or the form of a pebble that catches my eye. This time, though, it was the color! This tiny area of beach was filled with grains of red, and the two bright … Continue reading
Camel Coral
At any other time of the day this shadow would have been missing. The coral itself is unremarkable, but the of the shadow by the very early, low-in-the-sky sunlight formed a fun figure on the sand.
Take Flight
Tide line flotsam seems poised for flight. The delightful placement of a lost feather at the end of the line makes it perfect. For those new to this blog, a note: I photograph what I find, and never make “arrangements” … Continue reading
Tide Line Still Life 