Intentional Creativity – DIVA Empowerment Studio

03Apr 2021 by Wysdom 2 Comments

It’s the PROCESS — not the Painting…

I have been involved in the world of Intentional Creativity(R) for nearly 15 years now. When I first stumbled upon the medicine of intentional creativity, I was new to painting. I mean REALLY new -- "Never painted at the easel on a canvas before" new... My first experience painting at the easel was in a workshop I attended in California. I was surrounded by 30 women plus the instructor (who later became my mentor), all of whom were well versed in painting. The first strokes I laid on that canvas were the first strokes that drew me deeper into Intentional Creativity(R). I followed along the instruction the best I could, peeking at the painters' canvases to my right and my left when I didn't fully understand. Maestra came up behind…

24Mar 2021 by Wysdom 2 Comments

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Art Submissions, Intentional Creativity, Musea Center for Intentional Creativity

I recently submitted a painting for the Women Woven Together juried art call, held by Musea: Intentional Creativity Museum. Not long after my submission, I was contacted by Musea's Curatorial Director, Amber Gould, and informed that my painting was chosen as one of the "featured promotional images" for the upcoming Many Muses Festival! As if that wasn't enough -- I was asked if it would be OK for Musea to share my painting on their iMusea page along with information about the exhibit!! Oh Em Gee! I am beyond honored!! About a week later, I received notification that my submission "was reviewed by the Musea Art Call Jury and has been selected for inclusion in [our] Women Woven Together exhibit"!!! Oh happy day! The first painting I have ever submitted…

19Jan 2021 by Wysdom 2 Comments

IC Me – February 6, 2021

Free Offerings, Intentional Creativity

Our next monthly, free, livestream journal jamboree is on February 6, 2021. This month, I will be playing with gouache. I have never used this medium before, so this should be fun! I have no idea what it will do our how it will come out. That's what makes it so fun!! Gouache is basically opaque watercolor paint. Once dry, it will react to any wet mediums (water, gesso, matte medium, etc.) that are layered on top of it. This should make it interesting... Use what you have! I do not encourage you to go out and purchase gouache if you do not already have it in your stash. IC Me is all about having fun in your journal and using what you have! If you purchase it and do…

15Jan 2021 by Wysdom No Comments

Legend: Mystic Museum Show

Intentional Creativity, Musea Center for Intentional Creativity

I am excited to announce that my artwork will be showcased in the Musea Museum Show, Legend: Mystic! This museum show will showcase the art of many, many women artists. The work is beautiful, but most importantly it is powerful. The energy in the paintings will have you swooning! I invite you to join us for the Legend: Mystic Museum Show. It will be held virtually so you can view it from the comfort of your own home or anywhere you may be at the time. Full details can be found by clicking here. I hope to "see" you there!!

04Jan 2021 by Wysdom No Comments

The Flower Bearer

Intentional Creativity, Musea Center for Intentional Creativity

She has broken free of the box She was put in -- both through the Middle Passage and a society who is uncomfortable with the skin She is in. She is adorned with the kente cloth, crown, and markings of Her Ancestors. A crown of golden ovals -- the ovum -- signifying Her rebirth, fertility, and immortality. She sends Her Light into the Universe and the Universe returns inkind with a Light that magnifies Her heART flame. The SUNflower, bathing Her in adoration, loyalty, longevity... Nourishing and vibrant, bringing joy to each moment. She is aligned with the eagle, spreading Her wings and taking flight. She is The Flower Bearer: Bearing the Sweet Nectar of Her Soul. A portion of the painting - The Flower Bearer This is my latest…

20Dec 2020 by Wysdom 2 Comments

An Invitation to Cafe…

Intentional Creativity

My mentor, Shiloh Sophia McCloud, taught me a daily creative practice that I have incorporated into my morning ritual. Today, I am sharing with you a video about the practice. I invite you to consider adding this practice to your daily creative ritual. It is self-care -- a pampering of sorts... Be well. Be blessed. Know that you are love and that you are loved. https://youtu.be/d_y-yskUYrY