Life is in the beholder.

is everything in black and white

is knowledge birthed only through

methods, empirical evidence, critical thinking

analysis, data,

or is it a mixture of

color, beliefs, culture, experiences, storytelling, imagination, and human connection.

perception is subjective, and yet we claim truth, cultural norms contend with being the absolute while discrediting, shaming, discriminating diverse thoughts, behaviors because they don't conform into the black and white mold of 'reality'; right, wrong, good, bad.

Beauty is in the beholder.

shaping, molding, & creating new life

forming new truths, new stories, new love.

connecting with nature, inhaling, exhaling, exploring and surrendering to

the mystery, wonder, & curiosity of life.

n.

An invisible thread weaving beyond the understanding of human consciousness.

n.

Connected to our ancestors

electricity flows through our DNA

activation, powerful transformations

jump starts awareness

birth compassion & joy

Leveling up

n.

Cheers 2 🌱 2.22.2022

...Catapulting into the embracing arms of the Divine Mother, while Divine Father imprints visions on our hearts.

Divine Mother and Father bring into existence:

Spirit of Breath offers harmony,

Spirit of Sunshine offers rejuvenation, Spirit of Water offers detox, and Spirit of Fire burns non serving qualities.

Thank You. Forgiveness. Thank You.

Love. Thank you. Compassion. Thank You.

Joy. Thank you. Growth. Thank You.

Our ancestor's bodies lay to rest,

offering life to the flowers while nourishing the bees and our bodies.

DNA codes of wisdom swim in our veins, offering to share the knowledge with others through spoken words and paintings.

Truth covered in gold to fill the holes within for those who ache for peace. Alignment with life's mission, waiting patiently and attentively for Divine timing

The light within me sees the light within you.

Offering of Medicine

restructure and infusing

DNA from our ancestors.

each offering has a quality

that is consumed.

surrender to the possibilities,

surrender to the comfort, and peace.

with each inhale and exhale

welcomes compassion

and restoration,

releases limitations &

stagnant energy.

allowing their dna to

intertwine and ignite

the power within us.

to unite,

to share love, and

to welcome the change within.

Believe,

hold space for the truth,

and continue to evolve.

n.

Thousands was Inspired during meditating.  A burst of light came into vision,  I flew out of a tunnel, and thousands of people were cheering me on. I knew I wasn't alone and I would never be.  The feeling was extremely peaceful and humbling.  

The 'X's' on her body represent the thousands of people (energy)

-Acrylic 

Imagine yourself
in solace
the moonlight hugs
your soul
the wind sings
a tune just
for you
transformation
is given as
arrangements are
made in your favor
close your eyes
feel the presence
of your higher power
which is breathing
life into your
experience
your body is tingling
and you hear a slight
ringing in your ear
pause
embrace
what has been
granted
gratitude
love
abundance
you've been
given the key to
love
accept
and release
but never
forget
n.

Canvas 24 x 38
- Acrylic, Watercolor, Molding paste, & Moon paint

Allow love be the answer
open your heart
look around
there's so much
to be grateful
for
Be kind
give love
hold hands
in peace
for WE are
ONE
There's so much
to be grateful for
n.

-Textured molding, Acrylic & Watercolor

I hold a spot
for you
somewhere
Deep
Where new
roots are formed
building a
foundation
enriched
with
God
sobriety
trust
courage
connection
compassion
empathy
Grace
keep
searching
through the weeds
of
shame
old Patterns
disbelief
morbid self reflection
grab ahold
of the green vine
and
Gracefully swing
to
nourishment
you are
creating a
profound
beginning
the
life
you were
meant to live
keep yourself
armored
with
acceptance
self love
and grace
while
you're traveling through the
process
protect your inner light
but shine
Love
your
destination
awaits.
n.

Write stories
around my
Heart

Stardust
flows from my touch

Unlock the mystery
from my lips

Beautiful
Bold
Fearless
n.

-Watercolor & Acrylic

We get to choose
Within us is the
Guidance
Teachers are placed
in our lives
But
Your eyes need to be open
Your heart ready to listen

From the bad
Light emerges
The message is shown
Struggle
Cry
Open
Listen
... breathe
You've received the gift
Are you ready
Now the work begins
n.

There's always something blossoming in the darkness. We just have to look for it and be ready to receive the gift.


-Spray paint, Acrylic & Watercolor

Allow love to be the answer
open your heart
look around
there's so much
to be grateful
for
Be kind
give love
hold hands
in peace
for WE are
ONE
There's so much
to be grateful for
n.

3/3

-Oil, Watercolor, Acrylic, Acrylic ink and Molding paste

-Watercolor, Acrylic, Acrylic ink, India ink & textured moon paint
36x48

dance with life
move with
the current
be brave
and
feel the
energetic buzz
it surrounds
you
pause
inhale
then exhale
the new
form
into existence
dance with life
n.

18x24 canvas
Watercolor and Acrylic paint

Your body is away from me
but there is a window open
from my heart to yours.

From this window, like the moon
I keep sending news secretly.

– Rumi

-Watercolor, Acrylic ink, Molding paste, oil, Spray paint & Moon paint

"There are dreams worth
following and dreams worth
chasing...
And then there are dreams worth
growing wings and flying for."
-Ariana

-Acrylic Paint, AcrylicI Ink & Watercolor

Be FEARLESS
Seek your heart
for heaven has been
hidden within you

Understand how to apply
your mind & conduct
for the greatest good.
have confidence
but don't allow
the ego to
overrule

Be still
and continue
to shine
BRIGHTLY
in this
dark world.

Be FEARLESS
n.

Life is not about impressing others or following the "norm".

Life is about creating, following your dreams and loving others. Ride the waves of life, feel the sun kiss your skin, find you and share it with the world. Embrace change, conquer your fears, stand up for yourself and for others, be kind...

There's only one you and you are magical.

-Acrylic & Watercolor

-Watercolor, Acrylic, Spray paint, Oil, Molding texture, Gloss & Acrylic ink 

This piece was created after reading the poem, Still I Rise by Maya Angelou. 
The layers of material represent the 'wounds' we may go through in life, but STILL WE RISE. It's a reminder to stay strong, rise above our challenges and never give up. Seek the good in others, believe in the magic that surrounds you, the beauty in life and you shall receive the abundance it has to offer.

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You may write me down in history
With your bitter, twisted lies, 
You may tread me in the very dirt
But still, like dust, I'll rise. 

Does my sassiness upset you? 
Why are you beset with gloom? 
'Cause I walk like I've got oil wells
Pumping in my living room. 

Just like moons and like suns, 
With the certainty of tides, 
Just like hopes springing high, 
Still I'll rise. 

Did you want to see me broken? 
Bowed head and lowered eyes? 
Shoulders falling down like teardrops. 
Weakened by my soulful cries. 

Does my haughtiness offend you? 
Don't you take it awful hard
'Cause I laugh like I've got gold mines
Diggin' in my own back yard. 

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. 

Does my sexiness upset you? 
Does it come as a surprise
That I dance like I've got diamonds
At the meeting of my thighs? 

Out of the huts of history's shame
I rise
Up from a past that's rooted in pain
I rise
I'm a black ocean, leaping and wide, 
Welling and swelling I bear in the tide. 
Leaving behind nights of terror and fear
I rise
Into a daybreak that's wondrously clear
I rise
Bringing the gifts that my ancestors gave, 
I am the dream and the hope of the slave. 
I rise
I rise
I rise.

by Maya Angelou

Last of the series 'ONE'.

ONE

Allow love to be the answer
open your heart
look around
there's so much
to be grateful
for
Be kind
give love
hold hands
in peace
for WE are
ONE
There's so much
to be grateful for
n.

4/4

-Oil, Watercolor, Acrylic, Acrylic ink, Moon paint, India ink and Molding paste

-Watercolor, Acrylic, Acrylic ink & textured moon paint

36x48

She was free
in her wildness.
she wears a star
as a crown
and
the moon
hugs her neck
she
glows bright
for everyone
to see
her wildness
is now set free. 
n.

-Acrylic, Watercolor, Mixed media

May my Heart
be Brave,
My Mind
be Fierce,
and
My Spirit
Free

Playing along
to my own
Beat

sending beams of
loving energy
wanderlust consumed her
building layers
she awakens
hearts of others
her too big
God - dreams
become
her breath
power
create
magic
transcend
sending beams of
loving energy
n.

-Watercolor, Acrylic, Acrylic ink, Moon paint and oil.

8x10 (4)

It's the small
things in life
we need to enjoy
The beauty of
our surroundings,
laughter,
the warmth
of the sun,
conversations
with dear friends
or new individuals
we've met
along our journey. 
life is full of
smiles
and
the abundance
of love.
share love
with the world
and new paths
will form
n.

-Acrylic, Watercolor, Mixed media

Truth will set
you free
release your dreams
accept
and
give
thanks
for
the
desires
you'll
receive
abundance
surrounds
you
quiet
the mind
and listen
for
the beat
within you
your
gift
is present
in breath
share it
with others
and
give thanks

n.

-Watercolor, Acrylic, Acrylic ink, Moon paint and Oil.

I began splattering paint on the canvas and moving the paint around with a paint brush and a spatula.  This was the outcome.

The name 'The Missing Ship' comes from a personal story from when I felt lost in life.  Darkness surrounded me but then I found my way through the storm and into the light.

-Acrylic & Plaster

Reflection of the city was apart of the Creative Challenge.  What we envision becomes our realtiy. We reflect what we see and feel. Her soul burns for the City filled with magical energy.  

-Watercolor

your gorgeous chaos was
a danger to my beautiful
ordinary life, and I
knew that.
then suddenly we
became beautifully
extraordinary together. 
-r.m.drake

-Acrylic, Watercolor and Mixed aged media

Open your windows
and hear the magic.

Inspired by a trip I took to Manitou Spring, Colorado. The story is people visit this small town to heal. Magic filled the air.

-Acrylic, Watercolor and mixed aged media

'Free' was apart of the Creative Challenge. She is strong and determined to make a difference in the world.

-Aryiclic  

I want every single piece of you
I want your heaven and your ocean's too!
Treat me soft but touch me cruel
I want to teach you things you never knew
-Adele-

-Acrylic, Watercolor

Colors of
love
laughter
and joy
surround you.
breathe it in
and
share what
you've learned
with the world. 
Be grateful
for
you are
always
consumed
with the
abundance
of
color.
n

-Watercolor & Mixed aged media

What if we could see our thoughts

what would they look like

bubbles filled with

color

love

and happiness
 

-Watercolor

She put her hand
on her hip
with the confidence
of an army
Just one woman
full of
beauty
love
chaos
and the vast
beauty of
an open road. 
-Matt Baker

-Acrylic, Watercolor and mixed aged media

Close your eyes
Feel your heart beat
It's a song just for you
listen closely
memorize
how you feel
And share
Your beat with
The world.
n.

-Acrylic & Watercolor

Inspiration came from the Holiday, Day of the Dead. The days of the dead are truly a celebration of life.  This is to honor & celebrate the lives of my family and friends who have passed away.

-Acrylic & Watercolor

I'm destined to walk on
This winding path
Of destiny. 
Feeling the warm of
The sun and the touch
Of God's grace.
For once this path
Was cold
But now it's
sealed with gold.
I'm destined to walk
This winding path
of love

Inspiration
And
Laughter.

-Acrylic. Watercolor and mixed aged media

Your authenticity is mesmerizing
Your vulnerability is captivating
Your flaws are enchanting
Your light is breathtaking
Your love is spellbinding

YOU are magic
-Creig Crippen

-Watercolor & mixed aged media

pulsing heart
of a creative
mystery streak
a
deep voyage
feeling free
and
secure
to
shine

n.

-Acrylic

From the root of plants
To the shooting stars

Her voice rings
Her touch heals
Her heart is of gold

The warrior within
knows of her scars
and
from the scars
She holds her head high
For she now glows with
the love of God

Her story is ready to be told
Listen close
Say no word
Let go
and
Get ready to fly

Just Be

n.

-Arcylic & Watercolor

Inspired by my love for New York

'Who'$ going to the City' was apart of a 30 day face challenge 

-Acrylic

Inspired by my love for New York and the moon

There's something magical about the energy in New York

while you are being kissed by the moon

-Acrylic, Plaster

"Behold the magic within
Let it shine through
Share the light with others."

n.

-sketch, mixed media

Dare to be different

Dare to be bold

Because We Can was apart of the Creative Challenge. 

-Acrylic & Watercolor

Open your
Heart

Feel the warmth
Of love

for
love
will leave
an imprint
on your
soul

n.

-Arcylic

She,
In the dark,
Found light
Brighter than many ever see.

She,
Within herself, 
Found lovliness,
Through the soul's own mystery. 

And now the world receives
From her dower:
The message of the strength
Of inner power.

-Langston Hughes

-Acrylic, Watercolor

Take flight
with change. 
swallow the discomfort
Inhale the
blessings
and exhale
the malice.
believe
trust
and listen
to the wind
as it swirls
around you
there is
magic to
be heard.
take flight
and prepare
for a
miraculous
breathtaking
ride.
n.

-Acrylic, Watercolor and mixed aged media

The sea
offers
gifts
filled
with
compassion
warmth
and
curiosity.
she
prepares
us
for a journey
only
wild hearts
understand. 
we
ride her waves
and embrace
all the love
she has to
offer
n.

-Acrylic, Watercolor and mixed aged media

The world is full
of magical things, 
patiently waiting
for our
senses to
grow sharper. 
-W.B. Yeats

-Acrylic, Watercolor

Arise

breathe in strength.

breathe in peace.

breathe in wisdom.

breathe in joy.

embrace grace.

embrace abundance.

embrace prosperity.

embrace creativity.

arise to the calling.

arise to your soul's mission.

arise to your destiny.

arise; you are worthy.

You are love.

n.

The 'Key' questions

The power of words.
Words produce questions. 
The key questions cause germination of the consciousness. 
These key questions unlock the secret doors to our souls. 

Now
swallow
my dear
and
see which
door opens for
you.
n.

The city lights
guide
her,
the love of
the city
nourishes
her soul,
the laughter
shows
her the
city's
glow.
The
energy
is swimming
In her
veins.
She becomes
one
with
the wild
chase
of
the city lights.
n.

-Watercolor, mixed media

Rest assured
my daughter
the blossoming
of
the flowers
are a gift
of new
beginnings
the grapes
are
from the
new harvest
of love
to feed you
and the crown
of gems
are of
abundance
wear the
Crown
proudly
to inspire
n.

•☆•Street Art from New York to Minnesota•☆•

'Art speaks to you...listen'

(6) 9x12 individual creations formed into a collage.

-Pen, Marker, Watercolor and Acrylic