In September of 2010 I moved to Europe. Belgium was my first home, then The Netherlands, and now Italy. I move back home to the States in the beginning of July...a mere month away. Because our time in Europe is coming to a close, I am becoming a bit sentimental about how it all started.
Belgium was a dream land for us. I absolutely did not expect to fall in love with such a small country that is widely unknown by the rest of the world. But it soon captured my heart. I loved the odd little culture differences, the mix of languages (Dutch & French), the small little towns, the orange tiled roofs, and of course, the waffles.
So, when I was asked to pick a photo that affects me in some way for this merry go round post, of course, I started browsing my Belgium shots first. It was so hard to choose, but there was also one photo that gripped me.
This photo was taken at the Cathedral in Mechelen, Belgium. It's a small town with a ton of charm. The photo is of a statue sitting in the Cathedral in front of a well-worn wall. I simply cannot get over the way she blends into the background and looks like she is peeking through the wall with the half of her face that remains.
The extra neat aspect of this post is that our photos will be passed around in the group, and each one will be the inspiration for a piece of art by another artist. I cannot wait to see what someone does with this one!
And remember to see the other photos included at these blogs:
Misty at Artmind
Jen at Painted Fish Studio
Mariana at Florcita
Laura at Blue TerracottaMonika at Red2White
Ruth at Birdland Creations
Kim at Vilt a la Kim
Sara at Crafts of Texture
Samantha at Vintage is for lovers
Agathe at Le Bar du Vent
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Gosh. I so agree. It's a stunning photo. I too saw her peaking before I realized that in fact part of her face is missing. The blend of her and the background is astonishing. Sounds like it'll be a sad time to go home but wonderful memories to take with you.
ReplyDeleteAmazing photo! I thought at first it was a relief sculpture with her literally emerging. What a great memory of your stay in Europe.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic photo! Indeed it looks like a blended background and foreground. Fantastic.
ReplyDeleteI agree about Belgium. I live in NL but I absolutely love BE...
beautiful photo, I wouldn't mind to be chosen to interpreet it :)
ReplyDeleteGreat picture!! so many details when you give it a closer look!! I also love Belgium as it is soo close to our place, have a super month here in Europe
ReplyDeleteI love the image - it's breathtaking and really inspiring.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you enjoyed Belgium. It is an odd little place but with lots of charm and charisma.
Too bad we didn't get to meet each other. Enjoy your month in Italy and take back loads of fond memories.
it's beautiful photo, and so european! enjoy your last month, i can imagine it is going to be hard to leave.
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