Drawing Closer to Nature : Making Art in Dialogue with the Natural World

Book Description
Making art, says Peter London, is a perfect vehicle for recovering our lost sense of unity with Nature. When we draw closer to Nature through art, we simultaneously draw closer to our Selves, and thereby enjoy a richer, more authentic creativity and a deeper, fuller life. Through exercises, theoretical reflections, poetic meditations, and stories, London presents an innovative approach to creativity that engages body, mind, and spirit. A series of guided Encounterssome to be done outdoors, some indoors in the presence of some natural objects, and some entirely in the imaginationinvites the reader to investigate Nature s secrets and then to celebrate through making a work of art.

Topics and exercises include: the essentials of creative practice, such as time, space, media, and intention; cultivating a simple, firsthand way of seeing Nature in all its subtlety, mystery, and intimacy; creating a personal sanctuary in which to communicate directly with Nature; conducting a sacred conversation with archetypal forms of Nature encountered in the imagination; seeking forgiveness from Nature, with the intention of healing our broken primal relationship with the natural world and rediscovering our rightful place in it.

Drawing Closer to Nature : Making Art in Dialogue with the Natural World

Drawing Closer to Nature : Making Art in Dialogue with the Natural World,Peter London,Shambhala,1570628548,Art,Art & Art Instruction,Creation (Literary, artistic,,Creation (Literary, artistic, etc.),General,Inspiration,Nature (Aesthetics),Psychological aspects,Art / General

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