Red Daisies
by Kay Novy
Title
Red Daisies
Artist
Kay Novy
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Nominated by fellow artist (thanks Cynthia) for a Special Feature in #4 Promotion in "1000 Images - On 1 Image"
The name, "daisy," comes from the Anglo-Saxon "daes eage," or "day's eye." This is in reference to the way flowers open and close with the sun.
Daisies symbolize innocence, gentleness, and purity.
This flower is said to have derived from a Dryad who presided over forests, meadows, and pastures. Roman legend states that the nymph Belides caught the eye of Vertumnus, the god of orchards. This happened when she was dancing with other nymphs at the edge of a forest. Belides didn't want to be the center of attention, so morphed into the flower bellis. This is the daisy's botanical name.
In Victorian times, young, heartbroken women who wished to be loved began a custom using the daisy. A young maiden would pluck a daisy's petals, one by one, and sing, "He loves me, he loves me not," as she pulled each petal, the last petal plucked would be the future of her relationship. This custom is still in use today.
Each flower has a message, according to the Language of Flowers. The daisy brings a message of innocence and purity, saying, "You have as many virtues as this plant has petals," or, "I will consider your request."
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January 26th, 2015
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Chris James
One of your peers nominated this image in the 1000 views Groups nominated images by your fellow artist in the Special Features #4 promotion discussion. Please visit and pass on the love to another artist. http://fineartamerica.com/groups/1000-views-on-1-image.html?showmessage=true&messageid=3172747
Cynthia Guinn
Gorgeous work Kay! l/f/t
Kay Novy replied:
Thanks so very much, Cynthia. I'm honored that you nominated this one in 1000 views!
Christopher James
Congratulation.....your wonderful work has been featured in the 1000 Views on 1 Image Group l/f/p
Vickie Emms
Lovely color, so soft Congratulations on your promotion in the Red Flower Discussion Thread in Floral Throw Pillows
Chrisann Ellis
Kay, Your Work has been Featured On The Home Page of Weekly Fun For All Mediums!!!...Stunning Flowers!
Kay Novy replied:
Thank you Chrisann, "Weekly Fun For All Mediums" group, I'm honored to be featured on your homepage! Kay