* Lady of the Lake * by NekhbetSun

2D • Atmosphere/Mood • posted on Jul 17, 2006

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*Good Morning All* Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend ! *Hugs* ~ Mina ~ * * * In Celtic Tradition, the Lady of the Lake was the foster-mother of Sir Lancelot and raised him beneath the murky waters of her Lake. She is, however, best known for her presentation to King Arthur of his magical sword Excalibur, through the intervention of the King's Druidic advisor, Merlin (Myrddin) who was constantly worried that his monarch would fall in battle. Water deities were extremely popular with Celtic Society for they controlled the essential essence of life itself. The spontaneous movement of springs, rivers and lakes clearly showed the supernatural powers of the Goddesses who lived within; and offerings at such aquatic features were commonplace, especially of weapons and other valuables. The practice continues today at wishing wells across the country, and the Lady of the Lake is remembered as "Lady Luck"!

Comments (21)

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tmathise

8:05AM | Mon, 17 July 2006

Wonderful work dear Mina! The lightning work in this image is exceptional! Splendid atmosphere and mood here too! Thanks for the Celtic Tradition info, it is all interesting legend/lore to read! May your day be just as wonderful my friend. XOXOXOX

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rayburg

8:13AM | Mon, 17 July 2006

The fact that your lady image is obscure makes this very mysterious...nice mixing of the lightning and the moon...well done...

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Druidstorm

9:18AM | Mon, 17 July 2006

"You nymphs, call'd Naiads, of the wand'ring brooks. With your sedg'd crowns, and ever-harmless looks, Leave your crisp channels, and on this green land answer your summons; Juno does command." (Taking from Shakespeare: The Tempest, IV, i.) Once again your create an image of enigmatic magik. Bravo!!!...:))

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Kerbad

11:41AM | Mon, 17 July 2006

Xcellent, most xcellnt, love King Arthur and anything to do with that

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Margana

12:43PM | Mon, 17 July 2006

I'm a huge Celt-o-phile,(LOL is there such a word?).I love the notes you've included and this image is wonderful.Coincidentally,I was playing with the same idea...using a portrait I have,the flood filter and the lightning!But unlike you,I messed it up,lol.If I ever fix it,I will be sure to upload it with a dedi to you and a bow to your success with this lovely image.Gorgeous work,Mina.Have a fabulous day.-M :^)

mooreno

1:52PM | Mon, 17 July 2006

This will go in my fav, wonderful in all respects. Bravo!

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gunsan

11:19PM | Mon, 17 July 2006

What a wonderful mood, both dramatic and at the same time it gives me a harmonious feeling. Great to hear the legend too.

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wildgoha

9:24AM | Tue, 18 July 2006

Mina again you did superb art and I love all story ! coooool hey magical Lady

dragonfly2000

3:01PM | Tue, 18 July 2006

Excellent.

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idiot_sphinx

10:15PM | Tue, 18 July 2006

Lovely layering. A well designed rendition of this classic Deity ! Beautiful !!~**~!!

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Richardphotos

9:20PM | Wed, 19 July 2006

very dramatic art that shows the spirit of your imagination

ARTWITHIN

5:29PM | Thu, 20 July 2006

Awesom, dramatic image. Almost of preminition of the lightening works that we had around here the other night. I loved the commentary about the Lady of the Lake. Excellent image Mina.

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