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Calliope's Dream

Source of inspiration for the Muse of epic poetry

15 total reviews 
Comment from avmurray


It is a song called Calliope's Dream, and I can imagine that when she closed her eyes, she would see beautiful colors like this, and be inspired by them. Then being a muse, she would probably also be an inspiration herself. For some reason I can almost see this in your painting.

It is so full of life and light, lovely color combinations, great lines and shapes and of course great textures.

I also like the format and the way the colors are blending into each other. I think it is a lovely and well done painting Ray.

 Comment Written 16-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 16-Jan-2023
    Annie, thank you for the wonderful review and all the nice comments and for the wonderful rating. I am so glad my work takes to a nice place and you enjoy it. Thank you so much again, Ray
reply by avmurray on 17-Jan-2023
    You are more than welcome Ray.
Comment from Shirlenadesigner


The word Calliope always made me think of Jesters are clowns. Maybe because I heard it as a clowns name. Didn't know it was Greek Myth but the title is befitting of the art. It as all of your art is inspirational. I think I receive inspiration from every artist I encounter and of course you are one of my favorites here. Incase I've never told you before you keep me wanting to comeback. I'm also enlightened. The meaning of the word is quite significant to us creative types.

 Comment Written 15-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
    Shirlena, thank you for the wonderful review. I am pleased that I inspire you to come back. I think we all inspire each other. That's the way it should be. Ray
reply by Shirlenadesigner on 15-Jan-2023
    I completely agree Ray and so Thank YOU.
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
    You are welcome. Ray
Comment from alaskapat


This is initially beautiful Ray-and the first thing I notice here is the bright lights and the way they are diagonally arranged here, it's a wonderful dream with such pleasing colors, as I study this , I see faces of people , a tribal mask, a horse, and a sea star.
I love the way this just sparkles.
Very well created , it's always a Pleasure to view your work! The fact that you love creating always comes through!

 Comment Written 14-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
    Pat, thank you for this wonderful review and thoughtful compliments. I always enjoy your comments, they help me because, I get an idea how you see and what you see in my work. Your thoughts are well appreciated. Ray
Comment from MKFlood


colorful creation. the depth is great. the details is good. the shading is great. the blend of the colors is great. the shape and design is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. creative and great job overall.

 Comment Written 14-Jan-2023


reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
    Mark, thank you for this fine reviewI am so glad you enjoyed this. Ray
Comment from CorbyLinda


Beautiful colours.

Colours are magic and yes poetic.
Looking at this brings me a feeling of hope. Maybe dreams do come true. Maybe they don't but it sure is nice that a kind soul such as yourself can capture such a feeling in one art scene. You have a talent that is magical and brings happiness to my heart.

Thank you for sharing! :)

 Comment Written 18-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 18-Oct-2022
    That is so nice, Thank you for your wonderful review and I am so glad you like this one. Ray
Comment from Daphne Oberon


Another kaleidoscopic mystery that makes me think of the enigmatic mysteries hidden in the rain-forest with its caves and green and bits of sky... Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 18-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 18-Oct-2022
    Thank you for the review. Ray
Comment from Way West


So very pretty Ray! The implied shapes are intriguing stirring great interest. The flowing colors are lovely and seem to tell the story well of this wonderful dreamscape. It is poetry in color, thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 17-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 17-Oct-2022
    Jodi, Thank you for wonderful review. I am glad you like it. Ray
Comment from cleo85


Calliope dreams beautifully. No wonder that she inspires artists, poets and musicians, and perhaps even animals for thousands of years.
Your painting is excellent rendered. I see the colors of the earthly seasons and hear the sounds of water and wind just by looking at the painting. Your painting is expertly composed and framed a

 Comment Written 17-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 17-Oct-2022
    Thank you for the wonderful review Cleo. So glad you like it. Ray
reply by cleo85 on 18-Oct-2022
    You're very welcome, Ray! :o)
Comment from JirinaInspire


So creative abstract presentation of the Greek muse inspiration for a the next poem.

Ray, the blend of colors with the deeper blue are letting the orange and yellow show so well, so would certain parts of the poems.

Excellent composition and nice to view.

 Comment Written 17-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 17-Oct-2022
    This is one of my most recent ones and It was intended to be inspirational and then I remembered Calliope, the Muse and the connection was made. Jirina, thank you for the wonderful review and rating, so glad you enjoyed all the colors. Ray
reply by JirinaInspire on 19-Oct-2022
    Ray, so much welcome. Always nice to view your artwork.
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan


Strong visual. Vibrant colour contrast & saturation. An impressive artwork rendition. Colourful creation with excellent strokes & textures. Well done!

 Comment Written 17-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 17-Oct-2022
    Thank you Sesha for the wonderful review. Ray