The in-between times can be a space of discoveries, of clarifying what is important, what to keep doing, what to do more of and what to discard. When life as ‘normal’ gets off track (due to a pandemic, retirement, illness, grief, etc.) it can be an opportunity to really be in the present, to take stock, to be here now.
I was reminded just yesterday about the gifts of clarity and focus that can come from a stressful or big life event. Something happens and life feels a bit topsy turvy. There is uncertainty, not knowing how things are going to resolve. Have you had a life-changing experience that makes it crystal clear just where you want to put your energy and focus? Suddenly all of the extraneous, unimportant issues become just that. Here is a blog post I wrote about grief, but which can apply to many life events The In-between Times of Knowing and Not Knowing.
The in-between times can be a
space of discoveries, of clarifying what is important, what to keep doing, what to do more of and what to discard. When life as ‘normal’ gets off track (due to a pandemic, retirement, illness, grief, etc.) it can be an opportunity to really be in the present, to take stock, to be here now.
Renegade Conversations new episodes launching December 15! I have an interesting and
inspiring set of three new episodes launching this month. As with the previous three episodes I will be having a Guess Who? contest. I hope you will play along. Renegade Conversations are available on my YouTube channel, as well as on the major podcast platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, IHeart Radio) as an audio podcast. Can I ask a favour? Please subscribe tomy YouTube channel so you don't miss an episode!
Check out my latest Artworks in progress below. I hope you like them!
Keep reading for Upcoming Classes and Events and more.
New artwork coming soon to my online gallery and shop! Message me if there is one that you would like to purchase before it gets added to my shop.
Stay well and keep looking for those moments of joy. Thanks for reading and connecting. It means the world to me.
Warmly,
Meryl Cook Engagement by Design artist,author, speaker and facilitator. "Colour, texture, joy and self compassion" are the core principles of my business and life. Helping you to find your joy and be wild with purpose.
Booking now for 2024 Spots available for speaking, workshop and team building facilitation and custom designs for your conference or organization (in person or virtual).
July 12, 2023 - December 2024 Stories are Made Loop by Loop,
a travelling exhibit, curated by Susan Feller. Artists in this exhibit are Domenica Zara Queen, West Virginia, Cheryl Bollenbach, Tennessee, Terri Todd, Virginia, Karen Miller, Ontario, Canada, Meryl Cook, Nova Scotia, Canada, Mary Tayliegh Lopez, British Columbia, Canada and Elizabeth Miller, Maine. This exhibit will be
at the following locations: July 12 - October 7, 2023 - Virginia Quilt Museum March to June 2024 - Juliet Art Museum at Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences July 5 - September 11, 2024 - The Dairy Barn Art Center September - December,
2024 - Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center
December 12 & 19, 11-2pm ART1274 Hollis Gallery I'll be doing my Artist on Duty shifts during these times. Feel free to drop by to say hello if you are in the area.
February 14, 1 to 3pm Eastern Journaling for Design Registration for this online workshop with be opening soon! Do you want to create designs that express your inner self? Designs that are meaningful? Would you like to
use journaling to get unblocked, to get your creativity flowing again? Let me know if you'd like to be on the wait list until the class opens.
Work one to one with me Are you feeling burnt out and needing to reconnect with joy and a sense of purpose? I help you find your joy and reach in and touch your creative soul. Book your Creativity One to One Connection Sessions today. Packages of three sessions with me also available.
Creating Space "I absolutely love your prompts." Elizabeth
"I love the concept of the group ... the cohesion and peer support element is great at the live sessions." Merle
'Wild Woman Spreads Her Wings' is complete! It is a mixed media piece, combining wet felted fabric stuffed with wool fleece, and rug hooking. I'm so excited about it!
I'm in the process of mounting, and finishing the four pieces pictured above, as well as photographing
these and two new Wild Woman mats that I will be adding to my gallery and shop very soon.
Like many of you, I'm also knitting a few gifts for the holidays, and decorating my home with lights and evergreen branches to chase away the darkness and welcome the Solstice.
If you would like to own one of my fibre art creations, take a look at my gallery or contact me. Custom designs also available.
Some close up details of one of my new Wild Women mats - Wild Woman is Feeling Inspired. She will be on my gallery and shop very soon!
