Monday, May 24, 2010

A Time for Renewal and Inspiration

For May, it's unseasonably cold here in our corner of the Northwest. Rain clouds hung over the Columbia River Gorge all weekend. This is one of my favorite places in the world. I always enjoy driving through the Gorge and being outside whether hiking a trail or visiting Menucha. This eastern view shows Beacon Rock in the distance with a rainbow backdrop.

Snow covered hills on the Washington side of the river

A labyrinth walk to turn inward and revive the soul

Wildflowers in bloom... larkspur and columbine
An art retreat to get my creative juices flowing again
Thank goodness for art friends who encourage, inspire, laugh, restore a sense of purpose and the creative muse.

5 comments:

Diva Kreszl said...

such a beautiful area to live in, takes my breath away! thank you so much for sharing this with us :)

Createology said...

Your weather is much like ours...very chilly and unseasonally cold! Beautiful surroundings and thank you for sharing photos. Happy creating...

Herm said...

Love the Gorge pics! Looking forward to see your creations at the retreat.

Dayna Collins said...

Your photographs really captured the beauty of the area. It truly was a time for renewal and inspiration.

lilylovekin said...

I love the gorge, I visited there for my husbands 50 birthday and loved every minute of it. Your photos brought back memories. Thank you.