IAIN KELLY

THE PAINTER

‘It probably was a forest around here at some point.’

‘Not quite what ‘rewilding’ means, is it?’

‘Looks nice though.’

They walked on, not looking back. They didn’t see the slight ripple as the breeze washed over the painted leaves and the feathers on the flying geese.

The ripple turned into a wave as bricks crumbled away from the side of the building. Tree trunks and branches burst through. The geese honked and flapped their wings, sending debris to the pavement below. The pavement itself ruptured as grass shoots exploded through.

The painter smiled. His rewilding project had begun.

Copyright Dale Rogerson

Written for Friday Fictioneers hosted by Rochelle Wisoff-Fields (more details HERE). The idea is to write a short story of 100 words based on the photo prompt (above).

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51 responses to “THE PAINTER”

  1. neilmacdon Avatar

    A lovely fantasy, Iain

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  2. Sadje Avatar

    Very nice story

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      1. Sadje Avatar

        You’re welcome

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  3. trentpmcd Avatar

    There need to be more creative artists like that

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      And more power to them. Thanks Trent

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  4. James Avatar

    Sounds like we’d better get used to living in trees. 😉

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      It may be the future, who knows!

      Like

  5. Dale Avatar

    Love this, Iain! Hopefully he never paints the side of my house 😉

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Would have some drawbacks, for sure! But if it could be used to return abandoned buildings back to nature, that would be handy! Hope you’re well Dale.

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      1. Dale Avatar

        It would be great for abandoned buildings! I am well, thank you, Iain. Trying to come up with something for my own damn picture!

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  6. Liz H Avatar

    Now THAT’S the kind of magic we love to see! 🌷💙

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      It would make some things a lot better! 🙂

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  7. magickmermaid Avatar

    The world needs more artists like him!

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      It would be handy!

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  8. Keith's Ramblings Avatar

    If only that was true! A great idea, Iain.

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Wouldn’t it be neat? Thanks Keith.

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  9. msjadeli Avatar

    I like what you saw there and imagined happening, Iain.

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      1. msjadeli Avatar

        You’re welcome!

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  10. Dawn M. Miller Avatar

    Sounds like an “H” of a trip.

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Thanks Dawn, much appreciated 😉

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  11. Tannille Avatar

    Such sorcery! What talent.

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      It’s a skill for sure.

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  12. MrBinks Avatar
    MrBinks

    You can really see this as you read. Nicely done.

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Thanks so much

      Like

  13. GHLearner Avatar

    So beautiful. Wouldn’t we all wish to be such skilled painters?

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      It would make landscaping a lot quicker and easier! Thanks

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  14. Alicia Jamtaas Avatar

    A story filled with magic. If only . . .

    Liked by 1 person

    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      If only indeed. Thanks

      Like

  15. CGraith Avatar

    I love it…wish it could be that easy!

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Wouldn’t it be nice!

      Like

  16. plaridel Avatar

    just like that, rewilding did what it was supposed to do.

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      If given a chance, nature will bounce back.

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  17. Laurie Bell Avatar

    Oooooo love this idea! That’s certainly a live piece of art.

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Wouldn’t it be nice?

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  18. Nobbinmaug Avatar

    That’s one powerful painter. If only it were that easy.

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Yes, though only if the painter was good, otherwise…

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      1. Nobbinmaug Avatar

        Picasso trees.

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  19. poetisatinta Avatar

    What a fantastic idea very creative 🙌

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  20. athling2001 Avatar

    Rewilding indeed. Well done.

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  21. rochellewisoff Avatar

    Dear Iain,

    Now that’s some creative painting. Nicely imagined.

    Shalom,

    Rochelle

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Thanks Rochelle

      Like

  22. Liz Young Avatar

    Brilliant – if only!

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