Galadriel's Muse by Rykk
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All shapes including sphere made with Apophysis2 betas10,13,16,17 and 21 -- Background, shading layers and masks made with Ultrafractal 3.02 -- Composed entirely in UF -- Contrast enhancement and sharpening with PSP7
When Arda was young and the light of the Moon and Sun were but just beginning to shine, heralding the coming of the race of Men into the world, Manwe bequeathed to the united elven kings of Numenor and the High Kings of Gondor the Palantiri - "seeing stones". With these marvelous gifts, watch could be kept for stirrings upon the marches of the frontier of Mordor and Barad-dur, citadel of that most beautiful yet most treacherous of the Valar, Morgoth Bauglir - whose name is no longer spoken by elven-kind.
As is always the way with the passing of great stretches of time, most of these stones were lost in antiquity save 3, held by Sauron, the wizard Saruman the White and the last rumored to be held in the eerily enchanted forests of Lothlorien by the Queen of the Silvan Elves, Galadriel.
Oft-times she would retire to a secret place in the forest to contemplate the power of this stone. Yet, she never looked over-long into its depths and hence never fell in thrall to the Eye of Mordor, Sauron. Elven-kind being immortal, they lack the traits of rashness and impatience that are common to the race of Men in their short and headlong rush thru finite lives and this, possibly, saved her.
May we all learn to slow down and dig our surroundings and the people who love us.
Well, I had an UF spiral to post that I thought was kinda neat and then this just "happened" - lol Thanks VERY much for stopping by and also VERY heart-felt thanks for your warm encouragement on my last 2 images. Time prevented me from thanking everyone and I feel kinda bad about that and will do better. :?)
Rick
Oh - here's alink to some of my pix from WAY back in the '90's AOL days: http://www.renderosity.com/gallery.ez?ByArtist=Yes&Artist=DrahcirXips
Comments (117)
RNGOERNER
Amazing, mystical abd beautiful fractal composition!!! Superb colors, lighting, forms and textures all brought into soft and appealing harmony. A true work of art! VOTE Rik
melancon
A wonderful addition to your outstanding gallery. The "Globe of Flames" is amazing. As always there is so much to see in your images. A treat for the eyes my friend.
KITCHAOS
Rick! Don't know how you do it!...I could certainly use a little rest there in that wonderful spot! Thank You!
D.C.Monteny
V Oh my goodness... Absolutely gorgeous work, Rick, an inspiration for all who own and use apo and UF. The composition rocks and the colours and detail only enhance it. A most beautiful moodpiece, strenghtened by the story. Excellence would be the understatement of the year...
Jepessen
This is an absolutely stunning image, Rick. I really love your personal view of fractal art, especially when it's so inspired, from an author like Tolkien. It's a beatiful example of inspirations, and it shows that fractals are not always so abstract, but can have a deep meaning, like 'traditional' art. Continue so, because they are artists like you that improve always fractal art. Trust your fan. PS: Naturally, the image is esquisite in every aspect; every flame is beatiful, and the composition is very special and magic!!!
VDH
Wonderful combination fractal! Shapes, textures and colors superb!! V
locomouse
A resplendent composition... with a delightful marriage of elements in a gorgeous ceremony of utter beauty. What a treat for the eyes this is, Rick... and, unlike Galadriel... I can't promise not to look over-long at such a treasure, because I've already fallen in thrall! :) V
midnightblue
What a wonderful fable you weave with an all important message. A most beautiful composition to illustrate this wonderful story. Excellent work as always Rick.... Outstanding!
DennisReed
Gorgeous composition Rick! The colors alone are mesmerizing, but add the Palantiri and its supporting storyline, you have a masterpiece! Bravo!
Zemela
Very nice work, Rick, like the colour choise very much, the base flame is awesome, looks so material, love it! IMO, if you reduce the sharpness of the plant behind the sphere and make more sharp the plant on the front, youll get more deep and perspective, also if you add some shades. Even now its a great job.Hugs,Lisa:)
idiot_sphinx
Well done ! I am surprised at how many fractals grace this design :D Excellent work !!
ObsidianLogic
bows to a Tolken efecionato* wonderful she did well to fight all temptations didn't she definatly a stunning piece
squeeka
Stunning Rykk! The composition and the flames in this draw you in and won't let you go! Beautiful! Excellent work! hugz~jen :)
Avalonne
This is absolutely breathtaking!!!! I could spend the rest of my life trying to get flames like this out of Apo and never accomplish anything even remotely close to this! Exquisite!!!!!
Ethesis
That is an interesting approach to Palantiri
valcali
Just beautiful Rykk...I especially love the flame in the lower right. The gradient used is gorgeous and the composition is stunning. ;o)
PixelRic
All I can do is shake my head in wonder...
kansas
An awesome creation! Takes my breath away!
gallimel
this is pure love.
QuietRiot
This beautiful picture is where I live (inside my head). May we all learn to slow down and dig our surroundings and the people who love us.....this is how I live my life. You have captured the way it should be, could be, in a wonderful way. Pure love indeed!
Li-An
A superb job! Pure beauty!
raven07
SO BEAUTIFUL
dcmstarships
a wonderfully colorful and engaging image full of tranquil beauty
Anjour
Magical work and composition...excellent done!!!:o)
darkchrystal
kewl one, your best so far :-))
caoriginl
Absolutely stunning!
kennyliu
Fabulous work! Love this vivid color!
jstsittinghere
this is superb! beautiful elegant love this !!
Darkangel764
This is brilliant, I love Tolkien and your interpretation is superb, it took me a while to read this book too, my only regret is that Tolkien didn't live long enough to finish it properly, excellent Rick!
Longrider
A beautiful composition with beautiful colors and a great story.10+++.