It happens sometimes, when nature inspires that figures emerge in sundappled forest glades; those magical places where otherwordly spirits reside.
Some time ago thanks to a recommendation by Jude, who inspires through her blog posts on gardens and all things green and flowering, I got to visit the The Lost Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall. The history of the estate – how it fell into neglect and the story of it’s revival, is inspiring. The place is imbued with a sense of enchantment and one can linger through different spaces imagining the levels of it’s past.
The moss earth sculptures were created by talented sister and brother duo, Sue and Peter Hill. The “Giant’s Head” is a creation which was transformed from the massive root stock of old oaks which had been uprooted in the devastating Great Storm of 1990 while ” Mud Maid” was crafted through a purpose-built hollow frame. She lies enfolded in greenery, sleeping peacefully in a dappled woodland glade. With a bit of transmogrification one can conjure up midnight scenes of nymphs and sprites awakening to a celebratory dance of woodland delight.
Nature on the Edge 
that fits well to Halloween 😉
Great choice for this challenge, Liz.
What a wonderful garden and such a sense of fun.
I recognised this pair! Must go when the crocosmia is in flower, but too late this year. Great idea for the somewhat challenging challenge this week.
Wow, this must be something to see in person! Great job.
Marvelous sculptures – I love the imaginings of creative minds!
I remember the delightful surprise of seeing these myself
Delightful is the descriptive word 😊
🙂 I had a photo of the second statue from a magazine upon my wall in my ex house. I had no idea where it was from. Cornwall, of all places… Thank you for shedding light.
Glad to solve the riddle 😊
Well done.