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I Create Wearable Artistic Scarfs Inspired By Owls, Ravens, Swans, And Other Majestic Birds (30 Pics)
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I Create Wearable Artistic Scarfs Inspired By Owls, Ravens, Swans, And Other Majestic Birds (30 Pics)

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I dream so often that I can fly that I have moments where I’m not quite sure if my flying skills are a fantasy or a fact.

In one memorable dream, I was The Goddess of Colour, flying over a landscape of kaleidoscope hues. I felt lost until a voice whispered, “Purple is the way home.” As I flew over fields of lavender, I transformed into a Raven.

In another dream, I became The Guardian of the Gateway. I held a staff while wearing a cloak of gold, fashioned into feathers. I sailed through the galaxy on a galleon ship carried by seven white, sea snake dragons. I was part human, part Barn Owl.

Driven to capture, record, and share my wild encounters and dream time experiences, I explored ideas on canvas merging human form and bird. These flat pieces were lifeless, static, and detached from the viewer.

Who hasn’t spread out their arms imagining the wings of a bird? A solution, take art off the wall, out of the fragile glassed frame, to make it a movable extension of you.

More info: sandygardner.co.uk | Facebook | twitter.com

Guardian of the Imagination

Night Owl in the Lake District

I was wandering around the British countryside interacting with animals. Some wild and some more docile like this beautiful cow. Just behind the wall, there was the sweetest calf almost identical to its mother.

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Inspired by the beauty of Mother Nature

It is nature that is the great artist. All I attempt to do is capture a snapshot of the beauty that’s already there.

Mother Nature is my muse

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I spent much of my life growing up near Grange over Sands in the Cumbria Lake District. I feel incredibly lucky that I have such vibrant countryside so full of life around me for my whole life. Here the sun sets near my childhood home.

Pheasant Phoenix on lava

Goddess of Fire known on Hawaii as Pelehonuamea or Pele “She who shapes the sacred land.” Pele continues to devour the south of the Big Island with molten lava, creating new land and, in turn, new life, mirroring the life cycle of the Phoenix.

Fiery Phoenix in San Diego’s Botanic Garden

Some theories suggested that the myth originated from the bright colors of a flying male pheasant bursting out from the hedgerow and so was born the Pheasant Phoenix.

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Omnipresent Pheasant Phoenix

Comparing wings with Icarus while preparing for our first flight

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Mother Nature’s polka dots

Anything worth having doesn’t come easy.

Like Woodpecker, pursue your dreams one peck at a time, a little bit every day.

The Spirit of Woman

The white markings on the back of this Kingfisher represent her life force, the spirit of woman, and mother nature.

Fancy a race Icarus? First one to the sun and back

For millennia, global folklore, myth and religions have described gods, goddesses, angels, deities, and superheroes that fly into the skies with wings of their own or with the ease of a bird.

(Although Icarus didn’t fair too well during his first flight)

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Raising awareness for the threatened Bewick’s Swan

My year 2020 started with a special request from the WWT; Could I create something special just for them?

I was delighted to collaborate with the wetlands conservation team to create Wings of the Bewick’s.

‘Morning, Sir’

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To follow the tradition to the full, this should be followed with “How’s your wife?” Magpies are monogamous, therefore to see one alone could suggest something unfortunate has happened to the magpie’s lifelong partner. Your optimistic greeting hopes that his loved one is safe and out of harm’s way.

Visual Echoes Studio created the striking horned Magpie goddess.

Raven in Hollywood

You are drawn to the Raven because you recognize that in the darkness there is always a light that you can shine within yourself and outward to heal others.

Raven Roulette

Wearable art from head to toe

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This is a collection of wearable art and huge interactive artworks. The Artwear featuring beautiful British birds merged with my stories, dreams, folklore and symbolism.

More room to breathe – face cover that makes a little tent on your face

You can wash and use this face-covering again and again. A more environmentally friendly solution to disposable plastic-based face covers.

Happy followers making the best of a difficult situation

Requests from my followers: A face-cover that gave room to breathe, is made of cotton & machine washable, helped those that wore glasses and made them feel good by featuring my British bird artworks.

Lofty the Barn Owl from The Scottish Owl Centre / Lucy from The Whispering Wild (2nd bottom).

Everyone has the potential to be a superhero

“Wings4Love” is a series of large-sized interactive art pieces, carefully designed to give a beautiful set of wings to everyone.

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Saxy Storm Trooper

Mr. Wilson’s Second Liners and a Storm Trooper don their wings at The Highest Point Festival.

There are many ways to wear your wings

This Swan shawl has been created exclusively for the WWT, a not for profit, prominent British conservation charity.

A little splash of colour from Raven, Owl, Phoenix and Kingfisher

Something for your pocket

Collaborations from across the ocean

Talented US mask maker Sarah from Visual Echos Studio created the swan mask for my interactive illuminated wing installation for the Light up Lancaster festival.

Our creative minds connected again when she created another stunning mask inspired by Raven shawl.

Guardian of the Imagination – from a dream to reality

An illuminated, picturesque skyscape to become the ultimate alter-ego of part man, part majestic bird.

Illuminated art for @lightuplancaster

Holbrook Angel

A huge mural for a stunning events venue in Somerset, England. An artwork filled with wedding symbolism, displayed at Holbrook Manor.

We accidentally found this beautiful abandoned building in Rhodes

Each design takes 2 months to complete

Photography and original music: Guy Morris.

Copyright of artwork, film and photography: Sandy Gardner

Film of me creating artwork for conservation

I rejoice that my artistic creations & the natural world have a symbiotic relationship. Mother Nature inspires me & the artwork aids conservation.

Flying High

I enjoyed a childhood mostly outside with free rein to explore the nearby woods and countryside seen in this film.

I have had many magical moments of clarity in the presence of all the wildlife featured in my artworks.

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bellatrixlestrange avatar
Bellatrix Lestrange
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These remind me of harry Potter houses..😅 But all are beautiful... Specially the one with ravens...

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Perhaps the scarves could be Phoenixdor, Kingfisherin, RavenWing and HuffleOwl. The Raven artwork is a favourite of mine. Thank you for your compliments xxx

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Debbie
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oooh beautiful! Out if my price range probably, but a veil with such a print to dance with would be amazing.

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ooo a dance with one of the scarves could be beautiful. Could make a lovely piece of film footage. Thank your for your compliment

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RitaGG
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely brilliant! I love the picture that shows all the ways to wear your wings. So very well thought out. Well done!

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you Rita, it is lovely how the wings can be draped in many different ways. Although I think most of us just want to run around with the wings out making swooshing noises (never to old or too grown up!!)

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Gale Vester
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful scarves, indeed, but an even more welcome face mask to the tediously boring!

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for taking the time to comment. I'm so happy that you like the face covers. They are so very pretty... does it sound a bit too smug that I think the beautiful birds look a little better than any other covering I see when I am out and about?!! tee-hee (especially those disposable ones)

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the Kat who says ni
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Never before did I have to use this sentence.... but... shut up and take my money! I absolutely adore these!

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

haha it's a funny sentence. I like it! I'm overjoyed that you love the Artwear. Which is your favorite? april2019S...307e63.jpg april2019SGA-sm-2-5f66424307e63.jpg

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Annie
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG I want all of those gorgeous creations! Especially love the way the wings drape over the arms. Where can we find them?

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Pauline Bennett
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely amazing! What a talent! I too love the owl inspired ones. I would really like one. The small neck one are super also.

sandy_18 avatar
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you xx Yes the small neck squares are just perfect for Autumn, to keep that seasonal chill from your neck. Barn Owls are the most beautiful bird

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Oskar vanZandt
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful designs... I am especially partial to the owl-inspired ones. :D

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Barn Owls are a stunning bird. Have you seen a wild one? On turning a tree lined corner of a country lane near Grange over Sands, there was an barn owl standing in the road. With its back to us, the owl flew straight upwards, wings spread out like an angel in the headlights. Wow and WOAH as we nearly hit it... we glimpsed it flying into the night... it was so close

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Naoko Yamaguchi
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Soooo stunning scarfs! I especially like the photo of "Night Owl in the Lake District".

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I met the cow!! The photograph was take near Cartmel in the Lake District. It's on the area I grew up where my mother still lives. There are many country side paths meandering through woods and I'll often see various wildlife. footpath-n...77acfd.jpg footpath-night-owl-sandy-gardner-5f6627b77acfd.jpg

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bellatrixlestrange avatar
Bellatrix Lestrange
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These remind me of harry Potter houses..😅 But all are beautiful... Specially the one with ravens...

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Perhaps the scarves could be Phoenixdor, Kingfisherin, RavenWing and HuffleOwl. The Raven artwork is a favourite of mine. Thank you for your compliments xxx

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Debbie
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oooh beautiful! Out if my price range probably, but a veil with such a print to dance with would be amazing.

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ooo a dance with one of the scarves could be beautiful. Could make a lovely piece of film footage. Thank your for your compliment

Load More Replies...
ritaggph avatar
RitaGG
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely brilliant! I love the picture that shows all the ways to wear your wings. So very well thought out. Well done!

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you Rita, it is lovely how the wings can be draped in many different ways. Although I think most of us just want to run around with the wings out making swooshing noises (never to old or too grown up!!)

Load More Replies...
552e3cd2acc34 avatar
Gale Vester
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful scarves, indeed, but an even more welcome face mask to the tediously boring!

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for taking the time to comment. I'm so happy that you like the face covers. They are so very pretty... does it sound a bit too smug that I think the beautiful birds look a little better than any other covering I see when I am out and about?!! tee-hee (especially those disposable ones)

Load More Replies...
katrienverlinden avatar
the Kat who says ni
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Never before did I have to use this sentence.... but... shut up and take my money! I absolutely adore these!

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

haha it's a funny sentence. I like it! I'm overjoyed that you love the Artwear. Which is your favorite? april2019S...307e63.jpg april2019SGA-sm-2-5f66424307e63.jpg

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nancykuehnel avatar
Annie
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG I want all of those gorgeous creations! Especially love the way the wings drape over the arms. Where can we find them?

pbbennett10 avatar
Pauline Bennett
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely amazing! What a talent! I too love the owl inspired ones. I would really like one. The small neck one are super also.

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you xx Yes the small neck squares are just perfect for Autumn, to keep that seasonal chill from your neck. Barn Owls are the most beautiful bird

Load More Replies...
dutchvanzandt avatar
Oskar vanZandt
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful designs... I am especially partial to the owl-inspired ones. :D

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Barn Owls are a stunning bird. Have you seen a wild one? On turning a tree lined corner of a country lane near Grange over Sands, there was an barn owl standing in the road. With its back to us, the owl flew straight upwards, wings spread out like an angel in the headlights. Wow and WOAH as we nearly hit it... we glimpsed it flying into the night... it was so close

Load More Replies...
e_o_plauen avatar
Naoko Yamaguchi
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Soooo stunning scarfs! I especially like the photo of "Night Owl in the Lake District".

sandy_18 avatar
Community Member
3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I met the cow!! The photograph was take near Cartmel in the Lake District. It's on the area I grew up where my mother still lives. There are many country side paths meandering through woods and I'll often see various wildlife. footpath-n...77acfd.jpg footpath-night-owl-sandy-gardner-5f6627b77acfd.jpg

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