Friday 1 January 2021

New Challenge at AJJ

 Hi Everybody!

Today we are beginning a new challenge at Art Journal Journey, and this time our wonderful Erika is hosting, and has chosen 'Favourite things' as our theme. Some of my fave things are the moon, the stars and the sun which I love to watch and photograph. The painting I am sharing today was made after watching a video from Melanie Rivers to celebrate the winter solstice and the return of the light:








I am also linking to Paint Party Friday

Some photos of the sun and moon, light for the earth:

























May the new year be filled with light!
Happy New Year everybody!
Stay safe and positive!
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71 comments:

  1. Bleubeard and ElizabethFriday, January 01, 2021

    This is definitely the way to start the new year. Stars, moon, sun, rebirth, all point to hope and promise of better things to come. This is a great first entry for Erika's theme. It goes perfectly with your moon shots, too.

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, January 01, 2021

      Thanks E, let's hope that this year will be better!

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  2. AnonymousFriday, January 01, 2021

    Hi Val, good morning! Happy New Year! I hope this year Brings you better health. Have a good and safe start. I adore your beautiful and Symbolik painting. Hugs from usw all, Sarah

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  3. Valerie-JaelFriday, January 01, 2021

    Thanks Sarah, have a wonderful News year, hugs to you all!

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  4. ChristineFriday, January 01, 2021

    Beautiful page love her golden hair. The photos are stunning. The moon stars and sun must be my favourites too. Thanks again for your lovely card.

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  5. aussie aNNieFriday, January 01, 2021

    Great post and cute images and photos, hope your New Year was a good one, regardless the lock down.xx

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  6. Elkes LebensglückFriday, January 01, 2021

    Wie wunderschön das Thema auf genommen hast in ein magisches ausdruckstarkes Bild!
    Die Mondszenen festgehalten auf den Fotos sind herrlich!
    Möge dir ein gutes und neues Jahr 2021 dir bescheren!
    Lieben Gruss Elke

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, January 01, 2021

      Danke liebe Elke, Licht ist für uns so wichtig!

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  7. WendyKFriday, January 01, 2021

    A fabulous painting and quote, and gorgeous photographs. I hope you have a happy and healthy 2021.
    Hugs Wendy

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  8. Rustic PumpkinFriday, January 01, 2021

    Blwyddyn Newydd Dda!

    Beautiful wording to accompany you art, and some absolutely stunning scenery, sun and moon photos, my friend.

    Hugs, Deb

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, January 01, 2021

      Thanks Deb, have a good start in the new year!

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  9. EllaFriday, January 01, 2021

    I think this is a very nice challenge! Everyone has 'Favorite things', but yours is magnific! I am also fascinated by the moon and the stars!
    Good morning, gorgeous! Have a healthy and prosperous 2021! Hugs!

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  10. Trillian AsFriday, January 01, 2021

    Frohes neues Jahr. Dein Bild gefällt mir so gut. Ich freue mich im Herbst auch immer schon auf den Tag, an dem die Tage wieder länger werden.

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, January 01, 2021

      Danke, ich freue mich auch auf den Solstice, und es ist mein Geburtstag. Ich wünsche dir viel Licht!

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  11. Gillena CoxFriday, January 01, 2021

    HAPPY NEW YEAR,
    Buon anno, saehae bog manh-i bad-euseyo, Barka da sabuwar shekara, Godt Nytt År, Manigong Bagong Taon, Szczesliwego Nowego Roku, ¡Feliz Año Nuevo, Gott nytt år, Nav varsh ki shubhkamnaye, Sal-e no mobarak, Eftychisméno to néo étos, Gleðilegt nýtt ár, S novym godom, feliz Ano Novo, heri ya mwaka mpya, Selamat Tahun Baru, Boldog Új Évet, Shanah tovah, Hau'oli Makahiki Hou, Ein glückliches neues Jahr, Ia manuia le Tausaga Fou, Bonne année, Hyvää uutta vuotta, Akemashite omedetō, Gelukkig nieuwjaar, Sťastný nový rok, Un An Nou Fericit, Godt NytÅr, San Nin Fai Lok, Xīn Nián Kuài Lè, Sanah jadidah saeidah, Gelukkige Nuwe Jaar, Jabulela unyaka omusha,

    Much💖love

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  12. ashokFriday, January 01, 2021

    Great painting and some awesome moon captures. Have a great year VJ

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  13. Let's Art JournalFriday, January 01, 2021

    Such a beautiful page! I love the dark background with the moon and stars and your lady is so pretty 😀. Of course I might have guessed that the moon and sun would be your favourite things as your photos always capture them so beautifully! Including the photos you have shared today, the colours and scenes are amazing. All the very best for 2021, let's hope it's a better year for everyone - Happy New Year! Hugs, Jo x

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  14. Valerie-JaelFriday, January 01, 2021

    Thanks Jo. Let's hope this year will be better for us all!

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  15. nwilliams6Friday, January 01, 2021

    Definitely thought I would see the moon when I clicked on your entry. Such a pretty page with so much texture, lovely colors, great touches of gold, and promising words. Those words are perfect for this New Year - New Years following sad times seem to be so full of hope and dreams. Great page, Valerie. Hope you are are feeling better. Hugz

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, January 01, 2021

      Thanks Nancy, we need to reassure ourselves that this year will be a better one. Hugs!

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  16. David M. Gascoigne,Friday, January 01, 2021

    Happy New Year, Valerie. I don't think too many will be sad to leave 2020 behind, and for some it has been a truly terrible year. I think that Miriam and I have probably suffered less than many, but the restrictions on seeing friends and being unable to travel were disagreeable nonetheless. Each new year is a time to look forward with hope, and now that we all have the possibility of being vaccinated, the end of COVID confinement may be in sight. We have crisp white snow outside and that is probably a good way to begin 2021. Take care, stay well, stay safe, walk often, drink coffee, eat cheese, roll up your sleeves and get pricked! Hugs and kisses, David.

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, January 01, 2021

      Thanks David. This year has been hard for many people, but we need to stay positive! I hope we can be vaccinated soon and regain a little freedom. No snow here, just grey and damp, but I still enjoyed my walk. Take care, hugs to you both!

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  17. MarthaFriday, January 01, 2021

    Beautiful art and today's photos are exceptional! Happy New Year Valerie - Cheers!

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, January 01, 2021

      Thanks Martha, all the best to you and yours!

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  18. My name is Erika.Friday, January 01, 2021

    What an amazing post to start the new year with Valerie. That gold-in the stars and her hair especially, is such a warm and vibrant addition. I am with you about the sun, moon and stars. They are always something we can count on to be beautiful no matter what. Happy new year and thanks for this page for starting the new year! Hugs-Erika

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, January 01, 2021

      Thanks Erika, glad you like it. I am always fascinated by the stars and all of the heavenly bodies!

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  19. TammyFriday, January 01, 2021

    Gorgeous painting Valerie! I love all of the stars and the added sparkle is beautiful! Awesome photographs. I hope you have a happy, healthy and safe New Year.
    Hugs, Tammy

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  20. CJ KennedyFriday, January 01, 2021

    Lovely painting. Sky photos are again awesome especially the rainbow photo.

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, January 01, 2021

      Thanks. The sky is a source of endless fascination!

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  21. Valerie-JaelFriday, January 01, 2021

    Thanks Laurie, happy New Year to you and yours!

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  22. Rain Friday, January 01, 2021

    Happy New Year Valerie! :) Your painting is beautiful and really captures the Solstice! :)

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  23. Divers and SundryFriday, January 01, 2021

    Encouraging and inspirational. Thank you! Happy New Year.

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  24. JeanieFriday, January 01, 2021

    That moon and those skies are incredible. Happy New Year, Valerie!

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  25. JFMFriday, January 01, 2021

    Soothingly beautiful art and photos!
    I love the moon and the stars, the sky and nature.
    Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful and talented touches on these.

    Hugs ☕

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  26. DVArtistFriday, January 01, 2021

    Truly wonderful art and the photos are fabulous. Happy New Year.

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  27. craftytrogFriday, January 01, 2021

    Your canvas is beautiful Valerie, and wonderful photos.
    Happy New Year.
    Alison xx

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  28. gigi-hawaiiFriday, January 01, 2021

    Beautiful art to be bathed in all those stars! Happy new Year, Valerie. Aloha from Hawaii.

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    1. Valerie-JaelFriday, January 01, 2021

      Thanks Glenda, Happy New Year to you and David!

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  29. carol l mckennaFriday, January 01, 2021

    Dynamic artwork honoring the return of the light on earth ~ and awesome photography ~ the rainbow photo is particularly intriguing ~

    Wishing you a Happy and Healthy New Year,

    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  30. kiwikidFriday, January 01, 2021

    Lovely post Valerie, wonderful art work and photos.

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  31. Tracey@HotchpotchcreationsFriday, January 01, 2021

    She's totally stunning Valerie, I love how the moonlight catch her hair with those whispers of gold. Your link @ AJJ is sadly not working but it is in PPF, wishing you a super safe 2021 & Happy PPF Hugs Tracey xx

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  32. Lisabella RussoFriday, January 01, 2021

    Oh your solstice painting is lovely, very lovely! Your photos are also so beautiful...

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  33. sheila 77Friday, January 01, 2021

    Your painting glows as if lit by the sun.
    I like all the golden stars.
    You have some amazing photos of the moon and I especially love the ones with the moon in the dark sky.
    Happy New Year, Valerie.

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    1. Valerie-JaelSaturday, January 02, 2021

      Thanks Sheila. Happy New Year to you and yours!

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  34. JeanSaturday, January 02, 2021

    Happy new year! Gorgeous piece and photos! Love the gold paint.

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  35. Kristin DudishSaturday, January 02, 2021

    I love the texture of your painting (and the shimmery accents are beautiful)! Wishing you a healthy and happy new year :)

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  36. Magic Love CrowSunday, January 03, 2021

    Love your painting! She is beautiful! Love your photos! Thanks for making my heart smile! Big Hugs!

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  37. pearshapedcraftingSunday, January 03, 2021

    This is a beautiful page Valerie..and a good reason to celebrate - we are already noticing a little shift in the time it gets dark, although mornings still seem dark!
    I love all of your photos - they really do celebrate the importance of sunlight and moonlight!
    Still trying to get caught up - I will one day!
    Hugs, Cjrisx

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  38. Valerie-JaelSunday, January 03, 2021

    Thanks Chris! Brighter days are coming!

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  39. NeetThursday, January 07, 2021

    Oh Valerie, I love this painting. Love the colours, the way the paint has been applied, the texture - everything about it. Great composition. How lovely to put all your favourite things in the one painting - well, some of them.
    Thank you too for the lovely photographs, I have said it before - you could easily make beautiful calendars with your photography.
    Hugs, Neet xx

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  40. by EAGHLThursday, January 07, 2021

    Happy New Year! Nothing more inspiring than the moon.

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