Tropical Storm Claudette is just offshore — not necessarily a bad thing, considering that parts of our state are in need of rain — but the clouds stayed away long enough to allow me to fire the raku kiln this evening. These ivory Asiatic lilies were in the Perfect Man’s cut-flower garden in April. I sketched them in my notebook then, and later carved them on the surface of this handbuilt pottery box.
Folklore says that if you dream of lilies during the summer months, you will be prosperous and fertile. Dreaming about lilies in the winter, on the other hand, is a serious premonitory no-no.
Personally, my favorite lily is this one: my granddaughter, Lily Milne, 2.
Hi Val,
Gorgeous box! I love that dark green background. The lily is just beautiful – I like how the one petal wraps over onto the lid. And your granddaughter is just adorable! What a wonderful picture. I have a 2-year old daughter – they are so sweet at this age.
Carol
I love that lily box… it’s wonderful. But not as wonderful as your granddaughter! She’s perfect.
That is a striking lily box — gorgeous work Val. Hey what a lovely lily you have in real life too!
Hi Val,
It’s been a while since I visited. I love your raku work, this box and that great purple coneflower!
Regards,
Lois
Beautiful clay work. I just love pottery. I am a wannabe potter. My son surprised me with a wheel and I have a small kiln. I have alot of fun but I most definitely need classes. Maybe this winter. I have had some success but I know it could get a ton better. I enjoyed reading your blog. Your grandaughter is gorgeous. I love her name.
Val, that is a truly beautiful piece of work.