I’ve always felt art, and the process of making art, to be a Divine Love Affair.

Each time I would conceive of an idea, it felt like communing with spirit. As the spark of inspiration ignited within I felt a wild attraction pulling me on a journey, seducing me to birth ideas into reality.

As I started learning more about Tantra I realized my experience of art mirrored my understanding of this ancient path.

Tantra is a form of sacred sexuality and the practice of being intimate with your spirit through your physical expression.

For all the times I felt seduced into a wild love affair through my art, I realized each creative process was a spiritual love-making session seeking ways for my body and soul to merge into one.

If you want to elevate your art practice to be a Divine Love Affair and feel the fierce force of Tantra gushing through your creativity, I’d like to offer you 3 tips to transform your art making into love making.

3 tips to transform your art making into love making

1. Include your body

Your body is the vessel for your spirit to exist on earth at this time. If you want to feel the passionate surge of Tantra gushing through your being you must include your body.  In my own art practice I use a method called Bodymapping, which is Level 1 in the Soul Art Certification. I also use embodiment art, where I use my body as the vehicle to express my soul, as is the case in the above photo.  Whatever your chosen medium, seek ways to include your body. Perhaps you could go for a walk while you’re thinking of your creative ideas, or dance to warm up before your write, or give yourself a clay facial while sketching.  It is through the body that your spirit can experience itself.

How can you include your body in your creative practice?

 

2. Get Intimate

Transforming your art making into love making requires a level of intimacy and the willingness to get naked with the truth of your thoughts, feelings and desires. Be willing to peel back the layers of who you think you should be and allow who you want to be to take the reigns. The best way to get intimate with yourself is to take the time to really listen to yourself. Practice being present with yourself. Get to know yourself and your uniqueness.

How do you really feel?

 

3. Permission for Pleasure

If you desire experiencing your art as a Divine Love Affair you must become familiar with your own pleasure. Pleasure holds your map of creation. Pleasure is a navigational tool that can guide you into and through the unknown. Pleasure can take your hand and help you design experiences that make you squeal. In order to harness the power of your pleasure, you must give yourself permission to experience pleasure.

How can you invite more pleasure in your life?

 

How do you feel about the idea of art as a Divine Love Affair?

Are there any additional tips you would add to transform art making into love making? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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