![]() Eco-Art: Seasons Workshop
Each season has its unique pattern of action, animals and plants change habits according to seasons... and so do we.... We use sensory connections in Nature with the unique purpose of each season to address deeper yearnings and underlying issues. WINTER is time to rest, slow down and hibernate, to release, transform, go deep and dream... and as the season progresses to rejuvenate, create connections to community and family relationships and partake in gentle skill-building activities that emerge from your dreaming. (example below) SPRING is the time to emerge from hibernation, to de-clutter and prepare, to invest the new energy into the seeds from your dreaming to emerge. SUMMER is perfect for a few lazy sunny days while a great time for action. Take pleasure in your increased play and work. Balance is a key to this season. AUTUMN time is slow down, reflect and sense gratitude as you saviour the benefits of your Summer action. It's a time to release to the earth and prepare for winter. This global gallery celebrates the wisdom of nature and the participation in the seasonal eco-art experiences. You are invited to participate... 1. Sign up to a seasonal event. Participate in the eco-art self-guided practice provided in your booking order email to deepen ecological awareness and then express yourself creatively. No art experience necessary. 2. Share a reflection about your eco-art experience with an image or URL link for video or music created (optional) Examples 3. Attend one of the (optional) online gatherings SEE MORE >>>> |
"It was about being creative and being in touch with your inner creativity without having to please anyone, it was very special for me to have that little space. I am surprised how positive this has been. It has taught me to not run from myself but to sit quietly with myself and remember I have the connections in me to make sense of my world and the things in it. It’s reminded me that I thought creativity was at a dead-end but this showed me there are other ways to create. I can radiate out and live if I connect back with myself, with nature and the things that give me light and life. I will take this as a lesson to be mindful of." Laura, Sept. 2014
Winter provides us with a challenge; to slow down, withdraw into ourselves and find stillness
as we descend to deep inner self and brave the shadows.
Our ancestors used to prepare foods and firewood to help us survive through the Winter.
If we have not gathered our supplies and prepared ourselves, we may feel anxiety and depression during this season.
Our personal challenge is to look to Winter as an adventure and have courage in the darkness, trusting we can be transformed from intense feelings.
Give yourself permission and acknowledge this is the perfect time for us to feel primal feelings of grief and fear and other uncomfortable sensations.
Understanding and trust that this step is necessary to release to transform to move forward in our personal evolution.
Winter also offers us opportunities to prepare a place or space in your mind where you can feel cozy, nurtured and secure...
A Winter Palace provides us with a safe space to retreat for sustenance and warmth through the darkest days.
It is also a good time of the year for strengthening family and community bonds, sharing hopes and dreams, songs, stories and poems around a fire.
...it's time to create our own Winter Palace...
as we descend to deep inner self and brave the shadows.
Our ancestors used to prepare foods and firewood to help us survive through the Winter.
If we have not gathered our supplies and prepared ourselves, we may feel anxiety and depression during this season.
Our personal challenge is to look to Winter as an adventure and have courage in the darkness, trusting we can be transformed from intense feelings.
Give yourself permission and acknowledge this is the perfect time for us to feel primal feelings of grief and fear and other uncomfortable sensations.
Understanding and trust that this step is necessary to release to transform to move forward in our personal evolution.
Winter also offers us opportunities to prepare a place or space in your mind where you can feel cozy, nurtured and secure...
A Winter Palace provides us with a safe space to retreat for sustenance and warmth through the darkest days.
It is also a good time of the year for strengthening family and community bonds, sharing hopes and dreams, songs, stories and poems around a fire.
...it's time to create our own Winter Palace...