Over the past week or so the colors have really come through on the leaves around here in central Virginia. Last year we did not get enough rain so our leaves just turned brown and fell off the trees. Talk about great inspiration.
This year is different though, with Irene and all the other rain we had back in September, the leaves have turned out gorgeous. I am training for my fifth half marathon and almost every day I see so many pretty colors. I have also taken to snatching up leaves that I see laying on the ground that are in perfect condition and have beautiful colors. I’ve always learned from observation, and I’ve really noticed some things about how the colors change in the leaves. I can’t wait to try out some things on my pottery.
Here are some pictures I took on Saturday before a wedding.
My friend Rachel and I.
I’m going to be very sad in a few weeks when all these leaves are off the trees. Being outside is so fun right now. I guess I will have to make some stick bowls or something since I won’t have much inspiration through the winter!
Cricket Studios 