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A nomadic jeweler and jill of all trades

Friday, June 11th, 2010

Angel Wing Earrings


Art Form: Jewelry
 Muse: Anandi Devi
 Gift Giveaway: A single angel wing dangles from each earring surrounded by hand-curled wire. Silver feathers drip from chains adorned with clear quartz crystals … Find dimensions and description of this prize on Anandi’s etsy page.


Muse-Creations for Our Forgive it Forward Giveaway – Because forgiveness and creativity go hand-in-hand for us, Ray and I thought it would be fun to spice up our 35-day Forgive It Forward project launch with a focus on the arts. So, we sent a call out to the muses among us for a little assist and some inspiration.

Between June 14th and July 19th, we introduced artists, sculptors, potters, musicians – and more – who forgave it forward with us by donating a gift for a random drawing giveaway. Each muse answered two questions and shared a little bit about their creative process and passion. We hope they inspire you.

 

Artisan: Anandi Devi

Anandi Devi

I’m a nomadic jeweler, a hoop-dancing healer, a feral fashion designer, a Jill of all trades, a worshipper of the One. I live and love in Florida with my loving partner Keith and our two cats.

Exaltation is my favorite project because it’s all about using gnosis and the gifts of the land (crystals, stones, metals) together to create something both beautiful and powerfully healing.

I love experimenting with all the gifts for ascension that we have been given to play with on this planet: Healing tones like Solfeggio Frequencies and binaural beats … Astrology and how to use both natal and transiting planetary positions as a guide for spiritual growth … Nutrition and the path of sanctifying the body temple through the highest quality raw living foods, herbs, water, air and sunshine … Feng Shui and how to see and (more…)

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She’s Sleepin’ with the Window Open

Friday, June 11th, 2010

Cindi Hall: Sleepin' with the Window open CD

Art Form: Music

Singer-Songwriter: Cindi Hall

Gift Giveaways: CD, “Sleepin’ with the Window Open”

 

Muse-Creations for Our Forgive it Forward Giveaway – Because forgiveness and creativity go hand-in-hand for us, Ray and I thought it would be fun to spice up our 35-day Forgive It Forward project launch with a focus on the arts. So, we sent a call out to the muses among us for a little assist and some inspiration.

Between June 14th and July 19th, we introduced artists, sculptors, potters, musicians – and more – who forgave it forward with us by donating a gift for a random drawing giveaway. Each muse answered two questions and shared a little bit about their creative process and passion. We hope they inspire you.


Cindi Hall: Singer-Songwriter

Cindi Hall

Music has been a constant in Cindi Hall’s life. While other little girls were carrying around baby dolls, Cindi could always be seen holding a small microphone that came with her parents’ portable cassette player, the first piece of equipment used to record her voice.

Cindi grew up listening to her dad and uncles play guitar as her mom sang along. That family hobby turned into a college curriculum for Cindi, who studied music therapy, voice and classical piano at Radford University and Averett University in Virginia.

Active in her church music program and community musical theatre, the Covington, Georgia singer-songwriter has just released her first full CD, “Sleepin’ with the Window Open.”

So, tell us Cindi …

R&B: What does ‘Forgive it Forward’ mean to you?

CH: Forgive It Forward means, for me, to first forgive myself. That is not easy for some of us. Many people find it difficult to let go of past mistakes. Showing kindness to yourself puts you in the mindset of realizing most people really are just (more…)

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Hope is Always Rising in Kerry’s Corner

Friday, June 11th, 2010

Healing Grace

Title: Healing Grace
Artist: Kerry Allor
Gift Giveaway: A butterfly lifts off this matted print of mixed media artwork created by Kerry, a 13-year cancer survivor who knows a lot about healing grace. 8 x 10 image size.


Muse-Creations for Our Forgive it Forward Giveaway – Because forgiveness and creativity go hand-in-hand for us, Ray and I thought it would be fun to spice up our 35-day Forgive It Forward project launch with a focus on the arts. So, we sent a call out to the muses among us for a little assist and some inspiration.

Between June 14th and July 19th, we introduced artists, sculptors, potters, musicians – and more – who forgave it forward with us by donating a gift for a random drawing giveaway. Each muse answered two questions and shared a little bit about their creative process and passion. We hope they inspire you.


Kerry Allor: A Multi Media Artist

Kerry Allor is an artist, photographer and cancer survivor who produces her art under the name of Hopesrising Studio. She graduated from CCS (Center for Creative Studies) in Detroit majoring in Advertising Design. Her home studio is based in Roseville, Michigan where she resides with her husband and two sons.

So, tell us Kerry …

R&B: How do you feel art enriches your life and helps to heal our world?

KA: For many years, I enjoyed doing artwork as an artist. When I found myself battling cancer that is when art as therapy entered the ‘picture’ and my life was changed. I have experienced the healing power of others as well as deep friendships through sharing art’s process. In taking art classes with a group of cancer patients through Gilda’s Club in Metro Detroit, I became a published artist (more…)

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Forgive it Forward Contest

Friday, June 11th, 2010

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Contest is now over. Check back though … we may have another!!!!

Muse-Creations for Our Forgive it Forward Giveaway

Because forgiveness and creativity go hand-in-hand for us, Ray and I thought it would be fun to spice up our 35-day Forgive It Forward Project with a focus on the arts. So, we sent a call out to the muses among us for a little assist and some inspiration.

Between June 14th and July 19th, 2010, we’ll post articles on artists, sculptors, potters, and musicians who are forgiving it forward with us by donating a gift for a random drawing giveaway.

All you have to do to be eligible to win is COMMENT on a “Muses Among Us,” “Forgive It Forward Giveaway,” or “Forgive it Forward: Lets Talk” post during the contest period.

The more posts you comment on the better your chances of winning!

 

  • This ‘in-process’ Angel Puppy sculpture by Karla Zdroik of Kamansa Korner Studio is just one of the muse-creations that will be offered in our Forgive it Forward giveaway. Come back June 14th to see what this little guy looks like finished – as well as what all the other muses are creating!

 

Ray and I asked each muse what it means to them to Forgive it Forward and share with us a little bit about their personal creative process and passion. We hope they will inspire you. (And perhaps one of THEIR muse-creations will land in your home.) Good luck!


FIF: Earth boyClick here to see the 3-minute video that started it all!

 

 

 

Contest is now over. Check back though … we may have another!!!!


CONTEST RULES:

• All you have to do to be eligible to win is comment on a “Muses Among Us” post or a specially designated “Forgive It Forward Giveaway” post during the contest period between June 14th and July 19th. Multiple chances to win. The more posts you comment on the better your chances of winning.

• You may comment as many times as you like on one post but only one comment per (more…)

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Seven Generations Before & After

Friday, June 11th, 2010

Pottery Vase
Potter: Jacquelyn Allen
Gift Giveaway: An empty vessel that needs the love of a human. A vase, to hold that which is precious or the liquid of your choice. (5 1/2″ high, 4 1/2″ wide at opening,  3 1/2″  wide at base)

 

Muse-Creations for Our Forgive it Forward Giveaway – Because forgiveness and creativity go hand-in-hand for us, Ray and I thought it would be fun to spice up our 35-day Forgive It Forward project launch with a focus on the arts. So, we sent a call out to the muses among us for a little assist and some inspiration.

Between June 14th and July 19th, we introduced artists, sculptors, potters, musicians – and more – who forgave it forward with us by donating a gift for a random drawing giveaway. Each muse answered two questions and shared a little bit about their creative process and passion. We hope they inspire you.


 

Jacquelyn Allen: Potter

So, tell us Jacquelyn …

R&B: What does “forgive it forward” mean to you?

JA: They say when a person starts the process of healing the soul we help the 7 generations before us and after us. What a wonderful motivation to know that the work I do on me, to be of better service to the G-d of my understanding so I reach my highest good, is also for those I love and will love. The energy created from this action is magnanimous and the healing possibilities endless.

 

 

R&B: How do you feel pottery enriches your life and helps to heal our world?

JA: I am a potter and the feeling of co-creating with mother earth is amazing. To take the earth and mix with water to come up with a substance that can be manipulated and molded into a piece of art that can not only be beautiful but also functional is (more…)

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An Astralessence Muse

Friday, June 11th, 2010


Art forms: Astrology & Aromatherapy
 Muse: Shellie Enteen
 Gift Giveaways: Astrology • One natal chart reading.
 Aromatherapy • One custom blend consultation. (Includes the blend.)

Muse-Creations for Our Forgive it Forward Giveaway – Because forgiveness and creativity go hand-in-hand for us, Ray and I thought it would be fun to spice up our 35-day Forgive It Forward project launch with a focus on the arts. So, we sent a call out to the muses among us for a little assist and some inspiration.

Between June 14th and July 19th, we introduced artists, sculptors, potters, musicians – and more – who forgave it forward with us by donating a gift for a random drawing giveaway. Each muse answered two questions and shared a little bit about their creative process and passion. We hope they inspire you.


Shellie Enteen: Astrologer & Aromatherapist

Shellie Enteen, RA, BA, LMT has been a practicing astrologer for over 30 years and an Aromatherapist since 1987. She is the author of several articles for trade publications such as The Mountain Astrologer, The Aromatherapy Journal and Massage Today magazine (which can be viewed online). She teaches nationally approved continuing education classes for Massage Therapists and a Professional Level Aromatherapy course. Shellie has lectured for the South Florida Astrological Association and teaches healthy lifestyle classes in several holistic modalities in her current hometown of Greenville, South Carolina.  View her monthly astrology forecast on her website www.astralessence.com.

So, tell us Shellie …

R&B: What does ‘Forgive it Forward’ mean to you?

SE: Forgive it Forward gives me the idea and feeling of recognizing that forgiveness is the only true response to events and circumstances in the world and in our lives and that we can choose in advance to forgive rather than condemn. It is a (more…)

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Zen & Now Clay Goddess

Friday, June 11th, 2010

 

Stoneware Vase
Potter: Christine Winokur
Gift Giveaway: Pleasant green flower vase with plenty of character that was fired in a gas kiln. It stands 9″ tall and is 3″ at its widest. Made from a warm buff stoneware.

 

Muse-Creations for Our Forgive it Forward Giveaway – Because forgiveness and creativity go hand-in-hand for us, Ray and I thought it would be fun to spice up our 35-day Forgive It Forward project launch with a focus on the arts. So, we sent a call out to the muses among us for a little assist and some inspiration.

Between June 14th and July 19th, we introduced artists, sculptors, potters, musicians – and more – who forgave it forward with us by donating a gift for a random drawing giveaway. Each muse answered two questions and shared a little bit about their creative process and passion. We hope they inspire you.


Christine Winokur: Potter

Known to those who love her as the clay goddess, Christine has been producing pottery since 1967 which, she says, “makes all my white hair worthwhile.” Clay is her passion. Walk into her studio on any given day and you might just find her up to her elbows in clay. Or you might find her teaching others how to be “zen” while centering on the wheel for the first time. But you will never find her bored. “There are so many choices and ways (more…)

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Four-Legged Muses

Friday, June 11th, 2010

Sculptor: Karla Zdroik
Two Gift Giveaways: Angel Puppy & Comic-Style Forgiveness Kitties These critters were sculpted special for Forgive it Forward. (Rainbow bridge not included.)

Angel Puppy  •  2.5″H x 2.5″L x 1.25″W

Comic-Style Forgiveness Kitties  •  2″H x 3″L x 1.5″W


Muse-Creations for Our Forgive it Forward Giveaway – Because forgiveness and creativity go hand-in-hand for us, Ray and I thought it would be fun to spice up our 35-day Forgive It Forward project launch with a focus on the arts. So, we sent a call out to the muses among us for a little assist and some inspiration.

Between June 14th and July 19th, we introduced artists, sculptors, potters, musicians – and more – who forgave it forward with us by donating a gift for a random drawing giveaway. Each muse answered two questions and shared a little bit about their creative process and passion. We hope they inspire you.


Karla Zdroik: Artist and Sculptor

Irish Wolfhound

Every morning a 24-leg entourage greets me, each “set of four” with their very distinct personality. To the novice passerby they are just stray cats but to me they are more than that. What I love about Karla’s work is how she captures the “more,” the personality of each four-legged character she sculpts. These little – and not so little – creatures are muses who inspire and inform her work, which is what makes her “Forever Memories” commissions so popular. Karla loves animals and loves (more…)

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An Artistic Communicator

Friday, June 11th, 2010

Title: “Changing, Recognizing The New You”
Artist: Margaret Warfield
Gift Giveaway:  This book is filled with inspirational poetry and art that touches the soul.

 

Muse-Creations for Our Forgive it Forward Giveaway – Because forgiveness and creativity go hand-in-hand for us, Ray and I thought it would be fun to spice up our 35-day Forgive It Forward project launch with a focus on the arts. So, we sent a call out to the muses among us for a little assist and some inspiration.

Between June 14th and July 19th, we introduced artists, sculptors, potters, musicians – and more – who forgave it forward with us by donating a gift for a random drawing giveaway. Each muse answered two questions and shared a little bit about their creative process and passion. We hope they inspire you.


Margaret Warfield: Artist

This art journey that I am on officially began in 1982, when I was commissioned to paint the “Estate Home” of a family in Lawrenceville, Georgia.

With photo in hand, I began to bring to life a likeness of a valued memory of this family’s past. The day of completion arrived and it was time to present my first project. I must admit that I was very nervous. However, my emotional state was quickly relieved when the client began to cry when she was flooded with the emotions of her childhood escapades related to the painting.

My journey as an artist has been one filled with the joy of sharing with the public my concepts of reality. I think of myself as an artistic communicator, wishing to transform and extend perception and stimulate views toward new insights and expressions. All of my paintings contain elements of hope and love. Art is a language; its purpose is to open a dialogue between the art (more…)

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And She Shall Have Music Wherever She Goes …

Friday, June 11th, 2010

Musician, Songwriter,  Minister: Michele Sevacko
Gift Giveaway: Three Music CDs and One e-Book

  • “I’m Doing Life”
  • “Evolving”
  • “There Was a Song Inside of Me”
  • “Prayer: Be Positive … Be Practical … Just Be …”

Combining several different rhythms and genres, “I’m Doing Life” has been created with the intention and hope that it will “inspire, empower & entertain.” Accompanying herself on keyboard, percussion and harmonies, Michele’s original songs are a reflection of her life and spiritual journeys.

 

“Evolving” is a 30-minute instrumental CD of relaxing, meditative music.

 

Muse-Creations for Our Forgive it Forward Giveaway – Because forgiveness and creativity go hand-in-hand for us, Ray and I thought it would be fun to spice up our 35-day Forgive It Forward project launch with a focus on the arts. So, we sent a call out to the muses among us for a little assist and some inspiration.

Between June 14th and July 19th, we introduced artists, sculptors, potters, musicians – and more – who forgave it forward with us by donating a gift for a random drawing giveaway. Each muse answered two questions and shared a little bit about their creative process and passion. We hope they inspire you.

 

Michele Sevacko: Musician, Songwriter, New Thought Minister

 

An ordained Metaphysical/New Thought minister, Michele Sevacko lives in the Triad area of North Carolina with her husband and 4-legged kids. With a Ph.D. in Philosophy, specializing in Pastoral Counseling, Michele works from home (and heart) providing spiritual support services. Additionally, Michele serves through her Music Ministry sharing music and songs in churches, spiritual centers, the community and beyond.

Involved in music most of her life, Michele began writing original songs five years ago – including music for the play “Sojourner’s Song” presented by the Davie Co. Arts Council and the song for a Peace Walk & Festival, based on the theme “Many Voices – One Song,” which was recorded by area artists with proceeds going to the creation of a U.S. Department of Peace.  Michele’s eBook “Prayer: Be Positive … Be Practical … Just Be …” is her first book.

 

 

So, tell us Michele …

R&B: What does “forgive it forward” mean to you?

MS: To me, “forgive it forward” is a brilliant concept that is the ultimate expression of love and a major step toward healing the planet.  It means essentially  there is (more…)

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