Fairies and Nymphs: Unreal Creations on Etsy

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The artist is like a magician, using not a magic wand but special skills and imagination to transform materials into objects of charm, romance and mystery.
Enchanted creatures inspired today's featured artists to create these examples of modern day romance that celebrate the supernatural beings who dwell in woodland forests. Pagan lore of woodland fairies, nymphs and sprites not only infuse modern day children's tales, but are embraced by grown-up women who use a touch of fairy dust or tattered silk and lace to reveal their inner sprite. Click on the pictures to go directly to these listings. Prices range from $14.50 to $5000.00.
From top left to bottom right, today's Etsy artisans include: catherinavonisenburg, zeng, moosupvalleydesigns, mulberrymud, stelladesigns, catherinavonisenburg, destinationhome, amandarosestudios, emilygrayjewels, EnchantedGypsy

Romance Part I: Idealization on Etsy

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Romance is associated in common culture with love and idealization, though it actually imbues the arts in more complex philosphical and intellectual ways. In 18th Century Western Europe, scientific advances and the Industrial Revolution inspired a Romantic Movement in the arts, born as a protest against the environmental & socio-cultural impacts of mass production and the rationalization of nature. Naive folk art and handmade was embraced as 'noble,' and artistic themes included trepidation and awe associated with wildly untamed nature -- I'm saving those motifs for another day. Today, I focus on the sentimental side of romance. These selections from Etsy artisans include images of scenery portrayed in an idealized way, and handmade creations reflecting a nostalgia for Victorian Era style. Click on the pictures to go directly to these Etsy stores. Prices range from $12.00 to $1210.00
Today's featured artisans include, from top left to bottom right: dgordon, The7thMagpie, TravelingChariot, sarahseven, bonheur, garyhellerphotograph, starwillowstudio, ambersky