I was sitting down by the lake appreciating peace this morning at about 6:30am. I live with my back yard facing a big city park that borders on a pretty big lake full of gators. Day 4 of the blog challenge.
I was sitting in a grove of trees feeling the peace coming out of the trees and the ground. It was indescribable. More often than not I don’t notice it as I hustle by on my power walk. But lately I have taken the time to sit down on a park bench and let myself be washed through by this sense of belonging. I feel the park is holding the positive energy in this busy area where I live. So I thought I’d join with nature and send out some peace and love to the area and beyond. It’s even possible to send it around the whole earth just through the imagination.
I pondered what the art would look like if I attempted to paint the feeling I got. I’m going to drive over to that grove with my art supplies soon and see if I can capture the feeling on paper. So elusive but still tangible.
I think we portray in art all the strands of energy that come across our path daily. That why a basically “ugly” painting can have such a draw. The energy draws you in. So, I think it’s important for artists to be connected to the larger picture (no pun intended) to get more depth in the art.
When we give ourselves time to slow down and ground, we open up the door for more authenticity and a deeper connection to the source of all art and life.
Slow down to hustle.
I know, it sounds ass backwards, but what do we gain by running so fast through life? Nothing positive. Disconnection and stress. Have you ever taken the time to really look at a person and HEAR them, not just listening to the words?
Same with nature. Do you hustle by it mindlessly or do you stop to feel your place in the fabric of creation?
I’m learning to live more in tune and show up to really see and hear what is going on around me. That is the best support you can give to anyone, just as nature supports us daily with comfort and oxygen.
Take a breather today!
And create some lovely art?
xo
Maria
P.S. I have some cool paintings for sale in my etsy shop HERE.
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