Healing and Tranformational Series
In its purest form, Touch Drawing is done in series. Since the images can be created very quickly, each one translates a moment's awareness into image. Each drawing is a stepping stone to the next, guiding me deeper into the process. When seen as a whole, the series reflects a transformation in consciousness. Sometimes I create a series dedicated to the healing and development of another person. Other times I go into the natural environment and allow the spirit of nature to inspire me. Or I might wake early in the morning and create a series as my meditation for the day.
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Old Growth Forest and Beach Slide Show
One beautiful summer day, I found a quiet spot in an old growth forest in the state park near my home and set up my drawing board. Later that day I hiked down to the beach and completed the series. I embellished the drawings with color afterwards. |
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Faces of the Universe Slide Show
A series of Touch Drawings created with two
hands on one day during a contemplative retreat.
For me, the faces are the deepest form of Touch Drawing meditation. |
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Death Process
A beloved friend had been diagnosed with a brain tumor. She used it as a catalyst for her awakening. After three years, she slipped into a coma. Remaining in her home, she was cared for by beloved friends through the process of dieing. One afternoon, I set up my materials and drew in the sacred presence of her being. I cannot know if this communion with her spirit was helpful to her soul as she prepared to die, but I hope it was.
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Breast Cancer Healing
When a friend was diagnosed with breast cancer, my way to support her during surgery was to draw. During her recovery the walls of her room were covered with the images.
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