Over the past year and a half I have been focused on getting back in touch with myself, especially with my body, after a very traumatic experience last year. Art has helped me to slowly process and especially deal with my grief. What especially inspired me to do a soul art journey was to be seen and witnessed in my healing, to be connected with and part of a larger energy, a community of artists.

How would you describe your creative process?

I created several pieces in this process, and some (the bigger ones) are still in the process. It was first and foremost an inner process. I started experimenting and playing with the body parts in the art pieces. My intention was especially around healing and wholeness. The drawing that I submitted was done as part of a creative women circle at Full Moon where I shared a Neurographica journey that included pieces of my other processes. The main focus was on embodying our new self, that includes all the lessons and experiences of the past (especially the past 18 months of the Taurus-Scorpio Moon axis – my circles are astrology themed).

What insight did you receive from your Soul Art?

So many insights. There are parts that I am already embodying and just brought to light for my conscious reflection, but then there are other parts that I feel challenged with. The art gave me a lot of insight about where I need to focus more, what I need to learn to really embody this new version of myself that I am growing into. Also, it was wonderful to realize that I am already in the process and I am evolving.

What is the most important thing you would like to share about your Soul Art experience?

As I see the finished drawing, I feel a lot of compassion and love for myself and I am amazed that I made it through the hardest time of my life and am absolutely walking with my head up high and even supporting others on their journey through grief and pain. I am proud of myself.

Learn more about Antje Howard

Website: https://neuroartproject.net