I ♥ This Art is a weekly feature on Tempting Persephone. Art, no matter the medium, buoys my spirit up. Each week I’ll spotlight a piece that speaks to me, makes me want to know more, or taps into some emotion or sentiment.
“Unwritten Tale” by Melissa Nucera
When I saw this? I immediately thought of Juliet Marillier and Robin McKinley; this could be a cover for one of their novels. That was a big part of the draw, but I also love the muted color tones, the sense of an impending storm, the way the dress bares her shoulders. It’s just lovely. A good deal of the artist’s work has this same atmosphere and mood; you can see more here and here.
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I have a feeling this feature is going to make me buy a lot more art. This one is gorgeous. Wow.
What Janicu said.
And this is totally a Juliet Marillier picture. Looks like Niamh.
Gorgeous!
It’s beautiful.
And I agree, it’s very much a Marillier picture.
Beautiful! It made me think of Shannon Hale’s The Goose Girl.
Janicu – I’d apologize, but I’m too happy to share.
Angie – I thought so, too!
Natalie – Isn’t it? She has a few other really lovely piece, which made it rather difficult to decide which to use.
Kerry – I’m glad you see it, too. That was the first thought that came to me when I saw it.
Jennifer – You know, hadn’t thought of that, but I can see it.
That is truly lovely!
She’s been on my Etsy favorites list for a long time. Love her work. Hadn’t seen this one before, its beautiful.
It reminded me of Shannon Hale’s The Goose Girl as well! Very atmospheric picture, makes me happy but sad at the same time.
Charlotte – I agree.
Carl – Found her some time ago, too. I’ll be able to cull (my rather long) favorites list for some of these picks. I really love that feature on Etsy, now that I think about it!
Jessica – I can see the sad, too. That’s part of the reason why I love looking at art so much – all of the possibilities!
Hi, I just wandered over to your blog and can’t help but comment. This is a beautiful artwork! It can really be a Shannon Hale or Robin McKinley or Juliet Marillier book cover.
Chachic – Thanks for commenting! This one has book cover written all over it for sure, and that’s part of why I love it so much!