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This poem is inspired by Jeff Ripple's painting titled 'Stormy Weather'. You can find the link to the painting at the bottom of the page, and there is also an image of the painting uploaded with the poem. It is recommended you view the artwork while reading the poem for a better experience. 8th place brian contest winner ______________________________________________ zephyr fluxes goose bumps jittering across my flesh Tempestuous weather looms on the wide horizon avaricious storm intends to embezzle this nautical day jeopardizing ritual of sun worship, prompting a solemn orison gloomy shades interweave, enclosing glittering white clouds vibrant azure iridescence fades into opaque hue spawning dour sky peerless panoramic plug, thunder rumbling from nirvana impregnable dimness hurriedly eclipses the brightness Persistent tremors induce serene waters to wiggle unceasing wails of celestial hosts cascade from bleak air Natural forces unleash tremendous terrifying turmoil wielding imperium forces to ensure their obedient yielding Imposing coniferous Emerald reigns over dimmed scenery quaint dwellings foster an alluring air, drawing their audience tumultuous weather indelibly etched in oil glaze on linen 'Stormy Weather' by Jeff Ripple; his unique insight memorialized winterparkpaintout.org/paint-out-archives-2015/

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Duke Beaufort

Date: 5/20/2024 4:28:00 PM

SP, a great tribute to the painting and I love the way you expound on the scene. I'm thinking you sure would make a fantastic anthropologist as nothing escapes you!!

Valsa George

Date: 5/18/2024 7:09:00 PM

The tumultuous sky is so beautifully painted by Jeff Ripple and you have painted it in minute detail in the same way as Jeff had intended, not using oil paints, but in lovely words. This is exactly the nature of the sky here in Kerala. After a spell of sweltering heat, it has started raining heavily everyday and the sky is dark with grey clouds. Once again a big salute to you for your glowing vocabulary, dear friend. A wonderful Ekphrasis!

Silent One

Date: 5/18/2024 6:40:00 AM

Your poem vividly portrays the tumultuous nature of a stormy day, engaging the reader with rich imagery and descriptive language... Amidst the turmoil, there is a sense of awe and reverence for the forces of nature, depicted through phrases like "Natural forces unleash tremendous terrifying turmoil" and "imposing coniferous Emerald reigns." The storm's impact is memorialized through the mention of Jeff Ripple's painting, "Stormy Weather," suggesting that such scenes leave a lasting impression on those who experience them.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 5/18/2024 5:27:00 AM

A poem as beautiful as a painting, my friend. Your words paint the canvas splendidly Lasaad: gloomy shades interweave, enclosing glittering white clouds vibrant azure iridescence fades into opaque hue spawning dour sky peerless panoramic plug, thunder rumbling from nirvana impregnable dimness hurriedly eclipses the brightness---

Ink Empress

Date: 5/18/2024 12:21:00 AM

What a dark painting and your poem Really does describe little things that can be found in the painting! So this must be an ekphrasis? So well delivered dr sotto. It has been like this last couple of days here in the maldives. Gloomy and so sunless. I love so many lines in this especially “ Natural forces unleash tremendous terrifying turmoil wielding imperium forces to ensure their obedient yielding“ those alliterations and soulhitting wording really stood out for me!love how you did this!

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 5/17/2024 11:24:00 AM

What a wonderful write for this great painting. Have A Blessed Weekend Writing Away.........

Jay Narain

Date: 5/17/2024 11:12:00 AM

Nice poem to go with great painting.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 5/17/2024 8:49:00 AM

So, this is a poem about a painting. Creative Ekphrasis. I will have to look up the painting. Thanks for sharing your thoughts about the work with us and for dropping by my page. Sara K