Full Description
Art is inherently magickal, and you, as an artist, are also a magician who can ritualize your creative endeavours to make them stronger than ever. Astrea Taylor offers an impressive collection of spells, rituals, deities, and lore that will help you bring to life the story, painting, sculpture, or music you've been dreaming about. This book is designed to guide you through the entire creative process. You'll draw inspiration from spirits and the four elements to complete your rough draft, and then use the principles of alchemy to refine your piece. Astrea also shares deep insights on releasing your art into the world, resting between projects, and persevering through hard times. From handling criticism to awakening the guiding spirit of art, this book shares numerous exercises and activities to get your creativity flowing and keep it going. Includes a foreword by Michael Herkes, author of The Glam Witch.
Contents
Contents
Foreword by Michael Herkes ... xiii
Introduction: The Artist as a Magician ... 1
Part One: The Creative Spirit and the Creative Ritual: Crafting Your Rough Draft
Chapter 1: Creative Spirits: Inspiring Art ... 15
Chapter 2: Air: Vision and Inspiration ... 53
Chapter 3: Fire: Passion and Courage ... 73
Chapter 4: Water: Balance and Flow ... 95
Chapter 5: Earth: Growth and Perseverance ... 111
Chapter 6: Casting the Circle: Finishing Your Rough Draft ... 129
Part Two: Refining and Releasing Your Art into the World
Chapter 7: The Spirit of Your Creation: Awakening the Egregore ... 157
Chapter 8: Creative Alchemy: Refining Your Art ... 169
Chapter 9: The Magician's Reveal: Releasing Your Art into the World ... 181
Chapter 10: Post-Release: Liminal Rest, Recharge, and Reflection ... 199
Conclusion: Art Life ... 213
Acknowledgments ... 215
Appendix: Deities Associated with Art and Creativity ... 217
Bibliography ... 221
