Making Space (Even When It’s Scary)
I like the idea of “making space” to allow for new growth; new opportunities. But it’s scary to get rid of something before you know what will show up.
Category: Creative Process
7. Process: Printing the Cards
This is an article in a series describing the process I use to create a practice card. The practice I’m using to illustrate this process is for “Calling Back Power.” When I began this project, I envisioned creating something tangible and accessible. There are lots of online resources for spiritual practice. But there is… Continue reading 7. Process: Printing the Cards
6. Process: Choosing a Prayer or Blessing
This is an article in a series describing the process I use to create a practice card. The practice I’m using to illustrate this process is for “Calling Back Power.” A question I hear is “why include a prayer or blessing?” These practices can be done with other people. But they were initially created for… Continue reading 6. Process: Choosing a Prayer or Blessing
5. Process: Writing out the Practice
This is an article in a series describing the process I use to create a practice card. The practice I’m using to illustrate this process is one to “Calling Back Power.” At this point, the artwork is close to complete and I turn my attention to writing out the practice itself. The written practice has… Continue reading 5. Process: Writing out the Practice
4. Process: Choosing Visual Elements
After creating a layout (step 3) I begin thinking about how to “fill in” the layout. Specifically, I begin choosing a color palette, patterns and symbols with which to “paint” the image. Choosing a Color Palette When I think about color, I have a few objectives: The colors represent the intention of the spiritual practice.… Continue reading 4. Process: Choosing Visual Elements
3. Process: Creating the Layout
This is an article in a series describing the process I use to create a practice card. The practice I’m using to illustrate this process is one to “Call Back Power.” Now that I’ve identified the intention for the practice, in this case, I want to call back my attention and power, and come up… Continue reading 3. Process: Creating the Layout
2. Process: Brainstorming Card Elements
This is an article in a series describing the process I use to create a practice card. The practice I’m using to illustrate this process is one to “Call Back Power.” Every practice card has two elements: 1. the practice including steps, tips, and blessings and 2. the artwork which supports and enhances the practice.… Continue reading 2. Process: Brainstorming Card Elements
1. Process: What’s the Need?
This is an article in a series describing the process I use to create a practice card. The practice I’m using to illustrate this process is one to “Call Back Power.” Where we put our attention is where we put our power. You can have the best intentions and the most lofty priorities but ultimately,… Continue reading 1. Process: What’s the Need?
Creating a Practice Card
In this series of articles I’ll be sharing the process I use to create a practice card. The creation of each card is a small adventure and for that reason, I hold the steps and sequence loosely. Broadly speaking, the creation of a practice card includes these steps: Articulation of need and intended outcome Brainstorming… Continue reading Creating a Practice Card