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"In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you." - Deepak Chopra⠀ .⠀ .⠀ Self Portrait⠀ Pencil, colored pencil on paper⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #sudierakusin⠀ #wingedwillowpress⠀ #collectivemagic #selfiesaturday #drawdaily #createdaily #pickupyourpencil #sketchbook #lookinward #trustyourself #findyourpassion #liveyourpassion #ncartists #womenartists #artistsofinstagram #kindredjourney #creativecommunity #supporteachother #supportthearts #creativeexpression #selfexpression #sketchmore #linework #selfportrait

This mystical creature might make an appearance at @rawartists showcase, RAW: Raleigh presents REFLECT, taking place at @ritzraleigh on Thursday January 10th! Follow the *link in bio* to get more information on RAW:natural born artists and what they're all about! Purchase your ticket before December 24th and receive a FREE pack of Holiday Cards! You don't want to miss this incredible event!!⠀ Some of what you might see at a RAW:natural born artist's showcase: an independent film screening, a pop-up gallery featuring several independent visual artists and photographers, fashion shows from up-and-coming local designers, live musical performances, vendor booths featuring local artisans and accessories designers, and live performance art.⠀ .⠀ "Through my artwork I envision and create the world as I would like it to be – a place where harmony exists between animal and human." - Sudie Rakusin⠀ .⠀ Roaming⠀ Papier-mâché, acrylic paint, beading and mixed media⠀ 46 x 29.5 x 28 inches⠀ Available, $895⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #sudierakusin⠀ #wingedwillowpress⠀ #collectivemagic #supportlocal #rawraleigh #rawnaturalbornartists #rawpresentsreflect #ritzraleigh #localartists #creativecommunity #shopsmall #allaroundtheworld #supportlocalbusiness #creativecatalyst #followyourpassion #pursueyourdreams #rawartists

Engaging in a mindful and meditative activity such as coloring has been proven to reduce stress, lower anxiety, and enlighten the mind with positivity. As you're looking to finish your Holiday shopping this season, think about giving the gift of mindfulness. Follow the Etsy link *in bio* to find coloring books and coloring notecards to encourage meditative practices and self care for everyone on your list!⠀ .⠀ Receive a FREE pack of Holiday Cards with any 2 items purchased! Offer ends December 21st!⠀ .⠀ Sneak peaks from "The Second Coloring Book for Big Girls"⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #sudierakusin⠀ #wingedwillowpress⠀ #collectivemagic #meditativepractice #mindfulness #selfcare #nohierarchy #norules #coloroutsidethelines #shopsmall #shoplocal #supportlocal #ncartist #womenartists #supportlocalartists #innerartists #artforeveryone #makeart #makeartaccessible #giftgiving #makinalist #checkinittwice #giftswelove #handmadegifts

" 'Time moves in one direction, memory in another...' -William Gibson"⠀ (Views of an original altarpiece: closed, open, and detail)⠀ Papier-mache, cold wax, oil paint, acrylic, mixed medium, beadwork⠀ 29 x 22 x 2.5 inches (closed)⠀ 44.75 inches (open)⠀ .⠀ .⠀ 12 days left to receive a FREE pack of Holiday Cards when purchasing your ticket for RAW:Raleigh's showcase, REFLECT, on January 10th 2019! **Link in bio** grab a ticket for you AND your loved ones - it's the perfect gift!⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #sudierakusin⠀ #wingedwillowpress⠀ #collectivemagic #RAWraleigh #RAWnaturalbornartists #RAWreflect #localartists #womenartists #artbywomen #creativecommunity #supportlocal #shopsmall #altar #tangibleart #interactive #createdaily #goddess #openitup #experienceart #mystical #getyourtickets #joinus #comeonecomeall #giftgiving #bepresent

As this holiday season continues to throttle forward, remember to stop and enjoy the moment whenever possible. Check out the Glass Top Counter blog post on the @tbandc site :: Cultivating Calm in the Chaos (December 5, 2018) for some wise words and sound advice from @betsy_bertram⠀ .⠀ Meditative journals and coloring books mentioned in the article are available at the Etsy site *in bio*. Give the gift of calm this season 💟⠀ .⠀ Here is Marmalade Moon in his natural habitat, reflecting in nature.⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #sudierakusin⠀ #wingedwillowpress⠀ #collectivemagic #marmalademoon #slowdown #takeaminute #meditate #tranquility #lovetheoutdoors #cultivatecalm #localartists #dreamsandshadows #kindredjourney #findyourquiet #peaceofmind #mindful #selfcare #bepresent #deepbreaths #takeyourtime #allthingsintime #enjoyit #relishthequiet #peaceinnature #findyourpassion #takeitallin #appreciate #community

"I seek the aloneness of a power place, devoid of humans, to find my true self"⠀ Sudie Rakusin, 1989⠀ Oil on canvas⠀ 36 x 30 inches⠀ Available, $5,000⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #sudierakusin⠀ #wingedwillowpress⠀ #collectivemagic #womenartists #womenempowerment #standup #localartist #divineearth #animalsinart #spiritanimal #goddessenergy #magicalrealism #natureinart #getinspired #gooutside #naturewalk #solitude #findpeace #meditative #slowdown #findthequiet #trustyourself #innerguides #womeninart #protectourplanet #colorandlight #nohierarchy

"...I love when I can’t wait to get to the studio, because I’m in the midst of a project. When there are times I’m in between I go to the studio anyway, draw in my sketchbook, surround myself with my art supplies and let the universe know I’m available to be the conduit for whatever is ready to come through." - Sudie Rakusin about her process; from her interview with @yokeandabundance ⠀ .⠀ "Self Portrait 8"⠀ Pencil on paper⠀ 10.5 x 13.5 inches⠀ .⠀ .⠀ What's your process like?⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #sudierakusin⠀ #wingedwillowpress⠀ #collectivemagic #womenartists #artistsofinstagram #selfportrait #selfiesaturday #selfcare #trustyourself #findyourpassion #listentotheuniverse #createdaily #sketchbook #selfexpression #ncartist #pencilonpaper #pickupyourpencil #bepatient #positivevibes #innerartist #yokeandabundance #wisewomen

Countdown to Christmas 🎄 19 DAYS!⠀ The Holiday Pop-Up Market @frankgallery will be featuring current FRANK artists as well as local guest artisans @whiteoakpottery @peppertrain1 @apt.n_coffee @sweetlittlesomethingnc and more! Give the gift of art this season 🎨⠀ Tomorrow, Saturday December 8th, 1pm-6pm come support your local creative community! It's important!⠀ AND I'll be working from 3pm-7pm -- see you there!⠀ .⠀ .⠀ If you haven't already - check out RAW:Raleigh *link in bio* for your tickets to the upcoming showcase REFLECT on January 10th! Buy your tickets before December 24th and receive a FREE pack of Holiday Cards! Just send us proof of purchase and shipping information to info@sudierakusin.com ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #sudierakusin⠀ #wingedwillowpress⠀ #collectivemagic #shopsmall #supportlocal #supportlocalart #ncartists #womenartists #frankgallery #supportthearts #creativecommunity #supporteachother #giftgiving #handmadegifts #handmade #goddessenergy #paganart #guestartists #locallygrown #locallymade #holidaymarket #tistheseason #jinglejingle #santascomingtotown #creativegifts #rawraleigh #buyticketstoday #reflect