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Creative Magic is in the Air
As the days near the darkest night of the year, my heart and soul are grateful for the twinkling lights that add magic to the mountain air. The holidays can be a time of great joy, yet can be pretty … Continue reading
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Learning to speak
What is art? To me, it is a kind of soul language, a form of communication. How we live is an art form in itself and is certainly a form of expression/communication. How we speak verbally is part of how … Continue reading
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Learning with the hands, the head and the heart
Wow, what a full week working on 2 online art courses, embracing vulnerability, acknowledging imperfection, pushing through disappointment, seeking to find a playful, free attitude towards creativity, and learning lots of new techniques and supplies! As guided by my word … Continue reading
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Solstice Heartlight Angel
The winter solstice symbolizes coming out of the darkness and into the light as the darkest day of the year passes. This angel is meant to celebrate the change and the coming of brighter days. She holds a seed representing … Continue reading
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Heartlight Angels – Part 2 – Evolution, Symbolism, Serendipity and Synchronicity
Art can have such different meanings and impacts on each of us, based on our different experiences. So, I shared these angels as the finished cards first in Part 1 of this post. I share the symbolism and process of … Continue reading
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Angels among and within us (Heartlight Angels – Part 1)
May we witness the angels of love and light all around us. Angel is another term for messenger. May these messengers inspire and encourage us. The shape of these angels has been with me for a few years now. Though … Continue reading
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Thank YOU for being an angel
The Thanksgiving angel is dedicated to YOU, the angels/messengers that appear around me. Thank YOU for making it feel worth the effort to write the blog and share the art that comes through me with others. It takes time and … Continue reading
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Celebrating Loved Ones – All Souls’ Day/Dia de los Muertos
The idea of taking a day to celebrate the dead, our loved ones, touches my heart and the approach as a festive celebration warms my soul. I am new to celebrating/acknowledging All Souls’ Day and the Day of the Dead. … Continue reading
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