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One thing I learned as a young boy: Never be afraid of strong girls because they can take you on their adventures!
In folklore, the otter is viewed as a helper. In the Irish tale The Voyage of Maelduin, otters on the Island of Otter bring the sailors salmon to eat. in Scottish tradition there are tales of 'Otter Kings' who were accompanied by seven black otters. (art by @JackieMorrisArt)
The Piper at the Gates of Dawn: the horned god Pan as the benevolent image of the natural world in The Wind in the Willows.
The fairy tale illustrations of German artist Wanda Zeigner-Ebel.
Howard Pyle was an American illustrator best known for his contribution to children's books, from the tales of Robin Hood to King Arthur. He was born today in 1853.
While writing, I'm listening to the soundtracks to two of my favorite films: The Secret of Kells and Song of the Sea.
The beautiful & mythical art of @Kate_Dancingcat to begin your week
Czech animator Jiri Trnka's illustrations for his animated A Midsummer Night's Dream