I'm happiest when I'm doing what I love. Which is what? Art.
I love to do art so why don't I do it more often? Because life. Life takes a toll and it takes the front seat and somehow, art gets pushed to the back seat or even sometimes to the trunk. There's been so many excuses, such as I gave away all my art sup pies because I've traveled around the country so many times that my stuff can barely keep up with me. I land in one place and I'm already moving to the next. How does an artist continue to do art when she has no place to set up?
People have commented how much I am able to get done so quickly and in such a short amount of time. One person commented today about how I just landed in LA and he's seen me active with so many classes so quickly. I thought about that today as I strolled the winter streets of LA. By winter I mean, it's winter but we're in the middle of a drought, it's been sunny and in the mid 80's since last week.
Anyhow, when I land somewhere I just get right to it because I never know how long I'll be in one place. I mean like here in LA, it's been approx 4 months and I'm already planning to be on to the next place. If I waited till I got settled every time, I would never get anything accomplished!
Narayan, the Ananda LA leader gave a stirring talk at Sunday service this morning. One thing that caught my attention was that he spoke about these sadhus in India who only stay one in one place for 3 days at a time as to not get attached. Sounds a lot like me and for awhile, 3 days would actually have been a record! Old samskaras or running away from something?
Really though, a lot of my art stems from my experiences and that includes the various people, places, things I've experienced along the way. I wish I had an easier time with people though. It seems the longer you stay in one place the more unhealthy habits begin to play out. This must stem from childhood, parent/childhood dynamics I'm sure psychology would say. Anyhow, that's a whole different blog site like my Yogagirleastwest site. All about the drama.
Anywho, off to something else for the evening. See you soon
And btw I am currently working on some fabulous painting which I will post soon :)
Clarity
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Sunday, November 24, 2013
Art as Spirituality / Spirituality as Art Workshop with Clarity West
Since moving to Los Angeles, many many things have transpired in life. One of them is that the creativity and passion has begun to flow again. Not in the same reckless, wild way as before but in a steady controlled stream of consciousness. There is an energy and a vitality that has begun to illuminate my entire life and the only explanation is the God, life force energy flowing through. We are all channels of love and light when we chose to be. The only explanation for this new found energy is after years of focused intention, the healing has finally taken place. Much healing came from personal time alone with God and much of it took place over these last years in my painting studio. Healing Art can be transformational. Let us create this together, next Saturday at Love Light wellness studio for all those in LA and the surrounding area. Om shanti shanti Om, love Clarity
Lovelight Studio @ 10524 West Pico Blvd - #214 - Los Angeles, CA 90064
Sat, Nov 30th, 2013 @ 10:30am-1pm
Saturday, November 23, 2013
Art and Creativity Workshops - Los Angeles, CA
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"As a musician, I am used to releasing my feelings in real time by playing the piano and improvising on the spot. I've always wanted to try painting, but never had the opportunity until Clarity's workshop. I realized the pace of painting with intention was so much slower than the act of playing my instrument, and it allowed so many emotions and nuances to come up that I had to face and express through the painting. During each iteration I felt another emotional layer come up, which I had to face and come to terms with as I gently let it be expressed. Thus, when I came to the final iteration, my heart was open enough to create something really pure and special that I still have hanging on my wall as a reminder of that healing process and my true self that was shining through with that art piece. Thank you for opening me up to the world of expression through painting!" - Paul Spaeth – Classical Musician - L.A.
Friday, January 25, 2013
Sun energy - Original painting Acrylic on Canvas 30x10 - Clarity West
It is our responsibility to be the best we can be... not for ourselves only...but for others.
Everyday asks of us to be our own personal best. What we can offer when we are at our cutting edge can affect people in profound ways that we can't know but sometimes get a glimpse of.
Saying yes, and getting up each morning, is a big start.
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Friday, December 14, 2012
The Art - Anandamoyi "Ma"
"Ma" - 2011
One of India's most beautiful and devotional saints, within the flower
of life design. What else can you say?
All Prints are premium canvas stretched on 3 inch gallery wrap - ready to hang
Price Includes free shipping in the US (Intl. shipping rates vary, please contact for quote)
Price Includes free shipping in the US (Intl. shipping rates vary, please contact for quote)
Canvas Giclee Fine Art Print (Black or White)
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
The Art - Swan on Lake
Swan on Lake - 2011
Gracefully, the swan glides unaffected by the storm.
Giclee Canvas Prints are stretched on 3 inch gallery wrap - ready to hang
Price Includes free shipping in the US (Intl. shipping rates vary, please contact for quote)
Custom Acrylic Swan Painting
Contact Clarity at claritycreativeco@gmail.com to order custom painting
Original Painting (30x40)
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