The Painter’s Honeymoon by Frederic LeightonA painting is never finished. It simply stops in interesting places. — Paul Gardner We are now working with the seventh chapter of The Artist’s Way, which focuses on recovering a sense of connection. Last week, we began working with the section of the chapter that examines a big, big … Read more
Augustby Elizabeth Maua Taylor August rushes by like desert rainfall,A flood of frenzied upheaval,Expected,But still catching me unprepared.Like a matchflameBursting on the scene,Heat and haze of crimson sunsets.Like a dreamOf moon and dark barely recalled,A moment,Shadows caught in a blink.Like a quick kiss;One wishes for moreBut it suddenly turns to leave,Dragging summer away.
from The Hypochondriacs Alphabet © Holly T. BurrowsI don’t know how things are going in your life, but here at the Owl’s Nest, things have been a bit heavy. As I’ve mentioned, there have been two unexpected deaths of loved ones in recent weeks. And then, in just the last three days, two other very … Read more
Difficult times have helped me to understand better than before how infinitely rich and beautiful life is in every way and that so many things that one goes worrying about are of no consequence whatsoever. — Isak Dinesen We’re discovering our connectedness to the Divine and the flow of ideas, energy and support that we … Read more
The artist is a servant who is willing to be a birthgiver.— Madeline L’Engle, from Walking on Water: Reflections on Faith and Art I hope you’re beginning to see that our wildest dreams and the dreams of the Goddess for us are, by definition, on the same track. But get ready, because time apparently works … Read more
Act as if the universe is a prodigious miracle created for your amusement and illumination. Assume that secret helpers are working behind the scenes to assist you in turning into the gorgeous masterpiece you were born to be. Join the conspiracy to shower all of creation with blessings. — Rob Brezsny As we begin to … Read more
The Great Leap of Faith © Jane EvershedThe fates lead him who will; him who won’t, they drag.–Seneca First, my deepest thanks to all who have posted, emailed and called with your condolences. I can’t begin to tell you how much your support and love have meant to me. I am truly a blessed woman. … Read more
I am still jazzed from the wonderful post that artist and author, Kris Waldherr generously wrote for us yesterday. So much wisdom and illumination for our journey on The Artist’s Way. As you will see in this video, The Goddess Tarot is a beautiful, deeply healing deck that combines the wisdom of the Tarot with … Read more
Welcome to our honored guest blogger today – acclaimed artist and author, Kris Waldherr. I am so excited that the wonderful artist and author, Kris Waldherr, has generously offered to be my guest writer today. If you aren’t already familiar with the lush beauty of her Goddess Tarot, you need to be! If our Raleigh-Durham … Read more
Virgo © Susan Seddon BouletThe Sun enters the sign of Virgo today! According to some traditions, we now enter into the Month of Isis, and the richest time of the creative and healing power of the Divine Feminine. We now enter in earnest the harvest season. Earthy Virgo is symbolized by the ear of wheat … Read more