Happy Easter everyone, or Ostora if you celebrate the origins of Easter (see my blog post; ‘The Origins of Easter‘ to read more about the true essence of the festivity.) I love nothing more than to unearth the ancient roots of our modern-day festivities as it helps to enrich my celebrations with greater reverence and soulful … More Celebrating Easter through Creative Ritual
Easter is one of my most favourite seasonal celebrations, a time of great hope, unlimited potential and the miracle of rebirth. Although it is seen as a Christian holy-day, its roots lie in earth-based spirituality practices that far precede the birth of Christ. Unearthing these ancient roots help to enrich my celebrations with greater reverence … More The Origins of Easter
It’s that wonderful time of year when nature springs back to life after her winter slumber. Finally the days are lengthening, the birds are singing and the buds begin to unfurl – showering us with a spectacular display of colour. For these reasons, I love to celebrate the Spring Equinox, also known as Ostara, which is a … More Spring Equinox Mandala and Poetry
I find endless fascination in the seasonal ebb and flow of life. The transition of colours and shifts in energy that are dictated by our solar cycle. When given the task of writing an essay and producing a series of artworks on the subject of Nature’s Rhythms, I was eager to explore the rhythm of The Wheel of the Year; The annual cycle … More The Wheel of the Year ~ Paintings and Inspirations of the Seasons
The Muse in the Mirror 