Illuminated
Illuminated
Podcast Description
A sacred listening sanctuary for artists, mystics, and cultural visionaries—where sacred creativity, erotic power, and soul vision converge in devotion to birth a luminous new world. Illuminated is a temple of sound where intimacy with shadow becomes the alchemy of light.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes of sacred creativity, cultural memory, and decolonization of artistic practices, with episodes delving into topics like the power of journaling, the significance of ancestral voices, and the role of nature in creative flow, exemplified by the in-depth conversations in episodes such as Decolonized Creativity and We Are the Ones Becoming Light.
A sacred listening sanctuary for artists, mystics, and cultural visionaries—where sacred creativity, erotic power, and soul vision converge in devotion to birth a luminous new world. Illuminated is a temple of sound where intimacy with shadow becomes the alchemy of light.
In this enlightening conversation, host Eset Rose welcomes Allison Strickland, a multidisciplinary artist and creative expression guide. They explore themes of sacred artistry, deep listening, and the transformative power of creativity. Alison shares her journey of embracing rawness and authenticity in her work, the significance of community, and the healing aspects of art. The discussion delves into the relationship between grief and creativity, the importance of surrendering to the present moment, and the role of personal practices in maintaining connection to one's artistry. Through their dialogue, they illuminate the path of being a sacred artist and the profound impact of listening to one's inner voice.
Takeaways
Alison Strickland's artistry invites radical expression.
Listening is the root of connection to the divine.
Being yourself is the simplest form of purpose.
The present moment reveals the next right step.
Embracing rawness allows for authentic expression.
Custom meditation paintings serve as portals of presence.
Art and healing are intertwined in the creative process.
Community fosters belonging and deepens self-expression.
Grief can lead to profound transformation and self-discovery.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to Illuminated: A Sacred Space for Creativity
02:47 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Authenticity
08:08 The Opening: Listening and Connection to the Divine
13:45 Embracing Rawness: The Beauty of Being Messy
15:30 Custom Meditation Paintings: A Portal of Presence
20:13 The Process of Co-Creation in Art
23:53 Attuning to the Unseen: The Ritual of Creation
29:07 The Intersection of Art, Healing, and Deep Listening
32:46 Awakening the Artist Within
38:09 The Journey of Self-Expression
38:19 Defining Sacred Artistry
40:11 Practices that Ground the Artist
43:08 Navigating Unfiltered Truth
47:50 Grief as a Catalyst for Creativity
51:02 Surrendering to the Unknown
Allison Strickland
https://www.allisonstrickland.co/
https://allisonstrickland.substack.com/
IG: @allisonstrickland_
Keywords
sacred art, deep listening, radical expression, meditation, grief, authenticity, community, healing, intuitive painting, creativity
www.esetrose.com
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https://kripalu.org/content/sacred-artist-residency
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