Midas(mythology series # 3) by whirlingfeather

Fractal • Mythology • posted on Mar 07, 2004

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Description

Midas was rewarded with his wish of the touch of gold for sparing the god Dionysus' satyr. Dionysus warned of such power but Midas was thrilled with his gift and gleefully touched many things turning them to gold. Midas soon regretted his wish, though, when he could not eat because his food and drink became gold at his touch. He soon fell into deep despair because he accidentally touched his daughter and she became a statue of gold. Dionysus was an understanding god and allowed Midas to wash the gift away in the Pactolus River. A drawn out story, although summarized here. Hope that you enjoy! Found in ChaosPro and gilded in PSP. Take Care Thanks for comments. Treena

Comments (13)

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redbeard

10:28AM | Sun, 07 March 2004

Certainly a great depiction of that cursed golden touch. I think I am seeing that instant of transmutation where something he has touched is rearranging its molecules into gold. Wonderful sheen and golden colors, swirling and reforming into a solid matrix of the precious metal. All I want to know is how he ended up in the automotive exhaust system business. Terrific work, I always enjoy reading your descriptions as well!

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CarolSassy

10:42AM | Sun, 07 March 2004

I loved what redbeard said so much! Just out of pure amazement at the statement I want to say, 'Exactly what redbeard said!!' Totally cool pic. (:

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leda_moon

10:47AM | Sun, 07 March 2004

Beautiful colors,excellent image and love to read about it as well. Nice!!

Kazzy

11:30AM | Sun, 07 March 2004

A lovely fractal - always a lover of gold- this appeals very much.

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Jennyfnf

11:55AM | Sun, 07 March 2004

Nothing much left for me to say except Wow! I enjoyed your story nearly as much as the fractal.

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iceberg5

1:26PM | Sun, 07 March 2004

Hello Treena - this is really gorgeous : the jewelled spiral looks stunning against the nicely out of focus background with it's rich nectarine colouring . Good to see you doing a 'series' as well ! ........ Michael

mabel45

2:00PM | Sun, 07 March 2004

TREENA great image!! warm indeed it's vibrant!

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