I have been wanting to do a tree of life. There are so many different ways to draw trees and then there is the whole concept of what you want it to represent. I came across a tree of life in a 8th century hunting palace in Jericho. It was done in mosaic tiles. I really like the tree but not so much the lion eating the deer. So I incorporated the tree with my own understanding of flowing waters coming from the tree. I also wanted the tree to shine forth in the darkness that was around it. It becomes very symbolic and that was my goal.
Here is a closeup of the leaves. I took yarn and out lined the leaves so they would pop.
The background I did in dark brown/purple and then slowly added lighter shades meanwhile I did a light edge around the whole tree.
I made the flowing waters become the boarder for the rug.
Well what do you think ?
I love the detail of this tree.
ReplyDeleteThe colors are amazing.
Great idea for your border.
This is a lovely piece, thanks for sharing.
Rose
That's a beautiful tree of life!
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