In this Episode, Sculptor Arend Smith delves into his artistic process of creating monsters and organic tree creatures. He discusses themes of embracing authenticity and navigating the challenges of building a career as an artist. He explores his journey of transitioning from a corporate career to full-time artistry and his struggles to balance creativity and business while pursuing his passion. The conversation explores his sculpting process of balancing his scientific knowledge of trees and animals while also listening to what the art piece is asking for. Arend discusses using the practice of shamanic journeying as a way to explore his creative energy. He also discusses being influenced by his contemporaries and legends in the movie-making industry while trying to stay unique. He also talks about his art market at Ren Faires and Oddity and Curiosity Festivals. Learn about Arrend @Darkravencreations

Takeaways

• Authenticity and artistic expression are essential for personal fulfillment.
• Embracing creativity is a journey of self-discovery and authenticity.
• Drawing inspiration from nature
• Shamanic journeying as a creative practice

Chapters

• 00:00 Embracing Authenticity
• 09:53 The Art of Control
• 18:26 Finding Balance in Life
• 25:31 Artistic Expression and Authenticity
• 31:54 Embracing Non-Reactivity
• 49:36 Inspiration from Nature
• 56:34 Journeying and Creativity
• 01:03:38 Universal Practices

More Information at ChasingTheTimeless.com

Intro and Outro music: Dark Star, composed by Jerry Garcia, Performed by Jazz is Dead on 8/13/23 at The Crocodile in Seattle WA. Recorded by John Hermsen.