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.
Upcoming Workshops
OUT IN THAT FIELD :
The World of Nonviolent Communication (NVC)
with Barbara Bash & Andy Dillon
Communication April 18th 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Hosted by the Holistic Health Community
Stone Ridge NY
Free of charge, donation optional
For more details go to Workshops
WANDER, WONDER, CONNECT:
The Practice of Social Mediation & Nonviolent Communication
with Barbara Bash & Travis Detour
Saturday, May 2nd 9:30 - 5:00 pm
Cost : $70
Sky Lake Meditation Center
22 Hillcrest Lane
Rosendale, NY 12472
In this one-day workshop we explore slowing down, reconnecting with ourselves, and getting curious about how we meet one another with greater presence and care. We invite you to join us in an exploration of presence, play, and honest connection. For more information and to register
Ongoing Monthly Events
Circle Practice:
Strengthening the Heart
See No Enemy / Hear What Matters:
The Practice of Nonviolent Communication
The Flow Game:
A Way to Find Clarity Together
For more details go to Workshops
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.
