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Quotes About Love… From the Artist’s Perspective

Quotes About Love… From the Artist’s Perspective

  “We cultivate love when we allow our most vulnerable and powerful selves to deeply seen and known, and when we honour the spiritual connection that grows from that offering with trust, respect, kindness, and affection. Love is not something

Christine Bissonnette February 14, 2015February 14, 2015 Quotes, Excerpts, and Crystal Expressions of Thoughts Read more

Jaylee: I think it’s really the gravity of our true strength that we are afraid of

Jaylee: I think it’s really the gravity of our true strength that we are afraid of

I want to share a quote that a friend of mine shared with me, from writer Haruki Murakami; which has since reading, been a spectral echo in my ear… “Sometimes fate is like a small sandstorm that keeps changing directions.

Jaylee Hamidi November 10, 2014February 9, 2015 Jaylee Hamidi, Personal Stories by Creatives Read more

Matt: On the Identity of “Artist” and the Force That Drives Him Forward

Matt: On the Identity of “Artist” and the Force That Drives Him Forward

I don’t consider myself an artist. I would have to have created something of genuine value first—something beyond the few shows and stories of which I’ve dabbled. I am also skeptical that “artist” is a title that will ever fit.

Matt Clark June 27, 2014February 7, 2015 Matt Clark, Personal Stories by Creatives Read more

Greg: I don’t put the fate of my success in the hands of anybody but myself

Greg: I don’t put the fate of my success in the hands of anybody but myself

As an artist, I think a project like this can be very beneficial in terms of staying focused and surrounding yourself with the right people. When you’ve chosen a creative path, a lot of times it can feel like you’re

Greg Melanson June 20, 2014February 7, 2015 "Lessons I've Learned in My Life as an Artist", Additional Resources, Greg Melanson Read more
 

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Susan Gibson

Susan Gibson

A Temenos Retreat Leader, Susan hosts retreats where women can connect through their story and their vision for the future. Visit her at her website: meetsusangibson.com

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Sonia Saikaley

Sonia Saikaley

Born and raised in Ottawa, Sonia Saikaley's first book, The Lebanese Dishwasher, co-won the 2012 Ken Klonsky Novella Contest. Her first collection of poetry, Turkish Delight, Montreal Winter, was published in 2012 and a second collection, A Samurai’s Pink House, is forthcoming. Visit her at her website: www.soniasaikaley.com

Follow @SaikaleySonia

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