The Spiral, the Heroine & Coming Full Circle The Great Circle of Life by ATHEA DAVIS The Spiral as a model for personal development through change I like to approach the idea of change and psychological development as ... Read More about The Spiral & the Heroine’s Journey through Change
Persephone – Dual Goddess of Life and Death
Persephone - Goddess of Duality Persephone stature at the Akropolis Museum in Athens Persephone - A Story of Transformation In the tapestry of mythology, few figures embody the cyclic archetypal experiences of descent (endings/change), spending ... Read More about Persephone – Dual Goddess of Life and Death
Holistic Summer Solstice Full Moon Ritual
SUMMER SOLSTICE Full Moon Ritual For Your Soul This year's summer solstice coincides with a powerful full moon in Capricorn, offering a unique opportunity to blend the themes of illumination, growth, and manifestation with the grounding, ambitious energy of Capricorn. ... Read More about Holistic Summer Solstice Full Moon Ritual
Exploring Identity with Self-Portraiture
Exploring Identity with Self-Portraiture "The quest for identity is seen as a lifelong journey of self-discovery and self-actualization, guided by the innate drive towards wholeness and integration." From a Jungian psychology point of view, identity is a ... Read More about Exploring Identity with Self-Portraiture
Collage Chronicles: Navigating Psychological Transformation Through Intuitive Art
Collage Chronicles: Navigating Psychological Transformation Through Intuitive Art & Collage Creative expression through therapeutic art directives can be a powerful catalyst for the process of transformation in times of change and transition. Embarking on a ... Read More about Collage Chronicles: Navigating Psychological Transformation Through Intuitive Art
Alchemy of Self with the collective and personal tarot card themes for 2024
"Alchemy of Self: Integrating your Personal journey with the energy of the New Year 2024" A 'Strength' card also appears in my "inner Compass Oracle" Deck. In this blog post, we'll embark on a unique exploration, blending the universal wisdom of the ... Read More about Alchemy of Self with the collective and personal tarot card themes for 2024
RETURN OF THE LIGHT – A CREATIVE AND SPIRITUAL JOURNEY THROUGH THE WINTER SOLSTICE
Return of the Light - A creative and spiritual journey through the Winter Solstice As the world tilts toward its furthest point from the sun, we find ourselves at the Winter Solstice—a moment of profound celestial significance and spiritual reflection. In this ... Read More about RETURN OF THE LIGHT – A CREATIVE AND SPIRITUAL JOURNEY THROUGH THE WINTER SOLSTICE
Journeying Through Winter with the Archetype of the Crone
Journeying through winter with the Crone Archetype As we navigate the darkness and quietude of the winter season, the archetype of the Crone emerges as a wise companion, guiding us through the cycles of winter, death, rebirth, and the interplay of light and darkness in ... Read More about Journeying Through Winter with the Archetype of the Crone
Embracing the Wisdom of Winter
Embracing the Wisdom of Winter A Season For Going Within Winter, with its crisp air and glistening frost, carries a tapestry of symbols that transcend the mere chill in the atmosphere. The barren trees, and the quietude that envelops the world convey a deeper message. As winter blankets the ... Read More about Embracing the Wisdom of Winter
“I AM” – Two words that can change your life
The empowering impact of "I Am" The moment you say “I Am”, you activate and empower whatever words come after.This means that the words you choose speak after saying “I Am” can have a profound impact on your self image and the way you feel about yourself. They can empower you to reprogram ... Read More about “I AM” – Two words that can change your life
The Power of “I AM! Affirmations
How to work with "I AM" affirmations Words have power, and when you use the words “I Am,” you are tapping into that power. The words you use after saying “I Am” hold the power to shape your reality, your experiences, and your beliefs. Working with the power of I Am in this way is often referred ... Read More about The Power of “I AM! Affirmations
How Do you feel about Change?
We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us.”― Joseph Campbell The only constant is change! You know the saying: The only constant is change! Just when things seem stable and predictable, you can expect ... Read More about How Do you feel about Change?
Inner Peace is my Sanctuary
“Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.” ― Siddhārtha Gautam If you are a highly sensitive empath like me you will probably feel the heavy energy in the world right now very intensely. We are just coming out of eclipse season and are entering the ... Read More about Inner Peace is my Sanctuary
Shine your True Colors with my new affirmation cards
Shine your True Colors with Affirmation Cards The creation of this affirmations card deck was born from my passion for intuitive painting, my experience with the power of positive affirmations, and the magical effects of color. The True Colors cards feature for the first time my paintings.I am ... Read More about Shine your True Colors with my new affirmation cards
My Unexpected Painting Journey
My unexpected Painting Adventure It all started with this announcement in my newsletter of January 2023: I was going to take a sabbatical year and embarking on a new creative journey.I wanted to take a break from my previous art form, the one I was mostly known for: ... Read More about My Unexpected Painting Journey
SoulCollage® Facilitator Gathering in Sorano, Italy June 2023
June 17-24, 2023An International gathering of SoulCollage® Facilitators to explore the theme:The Summer Solstice: Our Neters are Vehicles to the Sacred.Workshops, Ceremonies, Excursions...creating, sharing and exploring! Since I became a SoulCollage® facilitator in Italy in 2019 it was my dream ... Read More about SoulCollage® Facilitator Gathering in Sorano, Italy June 2023
A Travel Art Journal
This is a little altered mixed-media art journal filled with photocopies of photos and some mini-paintings from my trip to Sweden (check out this blog post) in August of 2022. In this video you can see me explaining and demonstrating how I created the travel art ... Read More about A Travel Art Journal
Dream of the Dahlia
These photos were taken on the flower island of "Mainau" which is located in Lake Constance in the very south of Germany. A last gift of summer to fill the heart and the senses!Next project: painting dahlias...© Copyright Heather Hoeps ... Read More about Dream of the Dahlia
Old Town Stockholm Watercolor Illustration
I love taking photographs of beautiful places while traveling. Usually I do not take any art supplies with me. On my recent trip to Sweden, however, I took a sketchpad, ink pen, pencil and water soluble crayons with me and discovered the joy of travel sketching and illustrating with ink and ... Read More about Old Town Stockholm Watercolor Illustration
August in Sweden – A Travel Album
"A week in August..." that is how it all started, with a creative diary writing project in which several participants across different countries journaled about their life the first week in August for more than 15 years. I was one of them and so was a Swedish woman called Inga, who I finally got to ... Read More about August in Sweden – A Travel Album
With the Heart of a Lion
Whatever comes in life Even if it rocks you deep down Take a decision and make up your mind. Even if mountains will be put in your way The only thing which counts is a strong will. And a heart like a lion. Nothing will be unreachable then and respect will be your companion. -Petra Yasmeen Baroness ... Read More about With the Heart of a Lion
Moon Child Magic – New Moon in Cancer
On June 20th, at the Summer Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, the Sun moved into the zodiac sign of Cancer. Today, on June 29th, 2022, the moon has joined the sun and gifts us with the energy of a new moon in Cancer. Having my natal moon sign in Cancer, which is actually ruled by the Moon, I feel ... Read More about Moon Child Magic – New Moon in Cancer
“Transcendence: Art & Spirituality ” – FREE Summit – June 20-25, 2022
I am excited to let you know that I am part of the "Transcendence: Art & Spirituality Summit" which is FREE to access from 20-25 June, 2022! Larissa Russell of Creative U invited me to share how I work in my tarot art journal to explore subconscious archetypal energies using oracle & tarot ... Read More about “Transcendence: Art & Spirituality ” – FREE Summit – June 20-25, 2022
Midsummer Magic – Rituals & Celebrations
I love celebrating the Seasonal Cycles, especially the Solstices and Equinoxes which mark significant turning points along the wheel of the year and are so rich with symbolism and meaning.Summer is my favorite season and this year I travelled up North to the Baltic Coast, close to the Danish border ... Read More about Midsummer Magic – Rituals & Celebrations
Introducing the ‘Inner Journey Tarot’ – a 22 Major Arcana Deck for creative Soul-Discovery
Launching 12 APRIL 2022! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ncA9TKg4Xk&t=8s I am thrilled to introduce you to my Major Arcana Tarot Deck, the "INNER JOURNEY TAROT" This hand-made collage deck consists of the 22 major arcana cards of the tarot which represent the archetypal journey of the ... Read More about Introducing the ‘Inner Journey Tarot’ – a 22 Major Arcana Deck for creative Soul-Discovery
STILL I RISE, STILL I RISE, STILL I RISE!
„You may shoot me with your words, You may cut me with your eyes, You may kill me with your hatefulness, But still, like air, I’ll rise.“ (Maya Angelou) I am heartbroken on this International Women's Day 2022 but I keep focusing on Light and Love! I dedicate the collages in this post ... Read More about STILL I RISE, STILL I RISE, STILL I RISE!
Dreams and Intuitive Collage
What are dreams? "The dream is specifically the utterance of the unconscious." (Carl Jung)I have always been fascinated by dreams, the meaning of dreams and kept a dream diary as a teenager when my dreams seemed to be especially vivid and mind boggling. One of ... Read More about Dreams and Intuitive Collage
Creative Healing Podcast
The Emotion of Creating I know a lot of you are interested in the connection between creativity and healing. I am happy to share with you the "Creative Soul Healing Podcast" episode 100 in which I speak with Larissa Russell the owner of Creative U about healing through creativity and how ... Read More about Creative Healing Podcast
A Year in Color 2021
I’m a Presenter for A Year In Color 2021, join us! Do you need more color in your life? A new spark to ignite your creativity? Enjoy free access for a short time to 26 inspirational classes plus unlimited full access to 52 classes for an Earlybird price with 20% off! Do not miss ... Read More about A Year in Color 2021
Art & Soul with Heather – New Series
Hello, beautiful Souls! I am happy to announce my new little mini series on YouTube: "Art & Soul with Heather" Over the next few weeks I like to share with you some of my favorite exercises or practices on how to work with different types of imagery - from magazines pages, to different types of ... Read More about Art & Soul with Heather – New Series
A year of Creative Inspiration – Art is Magic 2021
Hello Beautiful Soul! I’m super thrilled to announce that I’ll be one of the 28 teachers for the Make Create Express online workshop this year!! 🥳 Make Create Express is a year long mixed media adventure that kicks off with a FREE Creative Retreat weekend on the 10th & 11th of ... Read More about A year of Creative Inspiration – Art is Magic 2021
Major Arcana Tarot Cards and Jungian Concepts of Identity and Individuation
Major Arcana Tarot Archetypes and Jungian Concepts of Identity and Individuation The original "Empress" card from my Inner Compass Oracle and the "Emperor" (Leadership) card from my Inner Journey Tarot. Relatable to Jungian archetypes of "Creator" and ... Read More about Major Arcana Tarot Cards and Jungian Concepts of Identity and Individuation
Why Change does not automatically lead to Transformation
Why Change does not automatically lead to Transformation While change can be a precursor to transformation, not all changes lead to a transformative experience. Some changes may be superficial or temporary, having little impact on a person's inner self or overall life ... Read More about Why Change does not automatically lead to Transformation
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