Eyas by JoeJarrah
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Description
In mediaeval English, an eyas (originally a nyas from the Latin nidus, for "nest") was a fledgeling falcon or hawk, taken for training by a falconer.
I have applied it here to a young harpy, as originally described in the earliest Greek accounts. Hesiod, writing around 700 b.c. describes them as fair winged maidens; its only centuries later in the Greek tradition that they became ugly and vicious, a description that has unfortunately stuck with them ever since.
...So here is my eyas on her first flight above her mountain home.
Comments (14)
Stunning, Joe! The light here is breathtaking. :)
Your new image is wonderfully done dear Joe, have nice evening and a great weekend, stay vigilant and healthy!
Nicely done :)
I really like this wonderful image, great work my friend Joe!
fantastic
nothing like Ray Harryhausen's efforts, which is all to the good, great recreation and ike the new old interpretation
Amazing !
So well rendered and composed. Excellent work!
cool work!
Excellent
Beautiful work
Take care of yourself, health is our greatest asset, friendly Kordouane.
What a marvelous creation/composition my dear friend !!!
I am so happy to hear about the original harpies! Thank you! A lovely illustration for your story. 🙂
Such fascinating information & excellent creation!