I had a dream a few months ago, which led me to research myth, archetypes and active imaginings.

The next 3 paintings that I'm going to share are a result of me following the breadcrumbs of that interest.

One archetype in particular mirrored an aspect of what was happening in my inner world. I drew a diagram to make sense of it for myself.

Soon after I did that, a shape kept appearing in my sketches. Later while walking around I got a fuller picture of it, which felt part of much larger mythic narrative.

When painted, the shape I had been sketching came to resemble a beautiful beast in battle. It has a magnificent collar, it’s complex, textured and heroic in its angle and size.

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Each time I see it it reminds me that each of us has such complexity, light and dark, and it's only when we bring compassion to our whole self that we really thrive.

It’s bright, thickly textured and the designer in me loves the graphic patterns.

I’m deep in this world of myth, symbols, messages and soon I’ll be announcing a way to work with me to dive deeper into your own personal myth.

In the meantime, who are my magical myth-loving people? If this hits a cord, hit reply and tell me what is comes up for you.

My Beautiful Beast is 48" x 60" oil on canvas. If it piques your interest and you want to know more, get in touch.

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LIC OPEN STUDIOS

​LIC Annual Open Studios are this weekend, May 17th & 18th, 12pm-6pm! There's going to be over 100 artists opening their studios. Come walk around and see lots of great art. You can find me at: 43-39 21st St, Suite 205, Long Island City, NY 11101

Much love,

Michelle
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