One of our favorite things to do is to ask the folks we are inspired by what they are inspired by. We’ve shared some of their responses below.

jennifer nicholson | Artist

The natural world around me is a constant source of inspiration. Being raised by hippies, I was a bit of a  wild child when I was little, running around in the woods and exploring on my own.   I still find calm in the wilderness and believe it to be mind clearing and a source of wonder.   I’m inspired by the flora and fauna we live among from the smallest delicate flowers to snow capped mountains and towering evergreens. I feel a kinship with the woodland creatures that live in this wild place. What flows out of me is a whimsical version of the wilderness where owls drink tea and become friends with a fox. I paint a version of the world that makes people smile. Read more>>

Katie Winik | Crystal Surgery Practitioner, Reiki Master, Master Hair Stylist

I am inspired by the idea that I can actually help people. When a client comes to me and expresses how much I have helped them in their journey, or that a session with me was transformative and life changing. It inspires me to keep doing what I’m doing. To dive deeper into my healing. So that I can continue to hold space for others on their path towards healing. Read more>>

Justice Miles | Dancer/Choreographer

I’m inspired by art that evokes a sense of beauty and elegance. I think art that explores darkness is equally important. I found the painter August Renoir very interesting because he was interested in adding beauty to the world because he felt there was a lot of darkness in the world. I also have a love of art by Gustav Klimt because you see this young woman existing in this dark and abstract world and you see many themes of life juxtaposed in golden beautiful paintings and this is often how life is, beauty and darkness co-exist but I think trying to add positivity and inspiration is really important for the soul of the world. Read more>>