I am a lover of the alive line - pencil, pen, brush and word -
of expression, connection and communication in all its forms.
It all began with the alphabet. My fascination with letters led me to calligraphy, book making, big brush gestures and collaborative performance art.
Illustrated journaling and visual blogging have also offered fresh and immediate ways to engage.
I invite you to explore the lines of connection offered here.
May they awaken the aliveness within us all.
Visit True Nature : A Visual Blog
As my eyes weaken I am working larger. I had some good moments this past summer playing with others on the wall - respondomg to music and dance around me - collaborated with other calligraphers. For the full story go HERE.
Exhibit
Strokes of Change : The Study of Active Empty Space
Asako Yamada, Barbara Bash & Eric Archer
October 2026 - February 2027
OPENING RECEPTION
Sunday November 15th
2 - 5 pm with music / calligraphy performance
Lifebridge Sanctuary 333 Mountain Road, Rosendale NY
for more information contact -
ericarcherdimensions@gmail.com
Online
Awakened Leadership :The Sacred Path of Being a Leader in Shambhala
A six month offering
Module 4: Navigating Conflict with Presence & Connection
with Barbara Bash, Ron Renz, Bea Bosco, Alex Garbera & Travis Detour
Sunday January 10, 2027 (online)
1:00 -3:00 pm ET.
Contemplative Arts : The Magnificent Display of Awake Mind
A year long offering from many Shambhala artists
Calligraphy & Writing
with Barbara Bash & David Schneider
July 18th, 2027 (online)
3:00 - 4:30 ET
Ongoing Offerings
SEE NO ENEMY / HEAR WHAT MATTERS
The Practice of Nonviolent Communication -
on zoom
2nd and 4th Tuesdays 7:30 - 9:00 pm ET
Facilitated by Barbara Bash, Katherine Betts & Andy Dillon
By donation.
Go to Workshops for more information
THE FLOW GAME :
A Way to Find Clarity Together
Offered monthly.
Go to Workshops for more information
Barbara Bash is now offering her services as a mediator
working with individuals, families, schools & teams on zoom and in person.
For more details go to Mediation | NVC
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Art Available
Giclée prints of original art available for sale
Go to Expressive Writing and Children’s Books in the Gallery section to see Giclée and Original Art for sale.
I have been writing these for the past year, often just after waking. It has become a way to tune in to the world - and myself. The 5 - 7 - 5 syllable constraint has been satisfying to play within. Then I began to add a brushstroke.
I write and illustrate for children because I trust the process of gathering these stories, in all their complexity, and then distilling them down to what is essential. That's what children see.
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Over the years I have collaborated with musicians, dancers and storytellers in performance. I am the visual voice, responding to the moment. leaving mysterious tracks behind.
