Thursday, April 16, 2009

The Saffron Harvest


This was inspired by the saffron harvesters of Kashmir. While growing up my father repeatedly told me stories of magnificent crocus fields he had seen as a child. I'm packing for India in a few days, I can hardly wait. I lived there in early childhood & haven't returned since. I'll be sure to take some holga shots of india just for you!

12 comments:

  1. oh my....oh my....the extravaganza of colours! I love the texture, I love the details, I love the story it evokes, I love every single thing about this painting. Beautifully rendered, Shirin. Have a wonderful time in India.

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  2. beautiful! can't wait to see your photos and hear your stories...

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  3. love the intensity of the colours!
    have a wonderful time back home, and with the fam.
    don't forget to take lego!

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  4. A field of crocus in bloom... wow! Such I sight to behold, I imagine.

    Beautiful work to see... and I always admire your way with color.

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  5. This is so beautiful! Cannot wait for your inspiration from India!

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  6. This color combo is exquisite, truly. Thank you for sharing;) I can't wait to see your pics of India!

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  7. more, please, more! it's been too long. we're waiting with bated breath for the return from india in full, visual delicousness.

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  8. these are gorgeous! Please come back and tell all...I am missing India these days and you may just prompt me to go back please...

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  9. I think this is one of my favorite Shirin pieces of all.

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  10. YEAH BABY!!!!!!!!! I am so enjoying these colours you are inspiring me,my darling <3

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