Total Alignment | Balance
Total Alignment – Balance is the second painting from the free workshop series over at Dirty Footprints Studio. Connie Hozvicka shares a process she calls Fearless Painting and combines it with some yummy yoga. This workshop helps you get in alignment with the truth about who you really are. It aligns mind, body and spirit.
The reason I love this series so much is because Connie uses art as a way to connect with your authentic self. I love how she says that you don’t even have to like what you paint. That the important part is the process.
For those of you willing to take courage and explore paint and process, you definitely should take this workshop.
I choose my inner balance
It does not choose me
I easily manage the swirling wind
I close my eyes and breathe
Aaaahhhhhhhh
Here is an introductory video to the Total Alignment – Balance workshop.
And this is the speed painting version.
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Twitter: hollyfulfordjef
September 1, 2011 at 1:47 pm
Glad you have found an experience that works for you. It is so freeing when we can come into alignment with what we love and how it makes our heart sing!! So excited for you!
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Oh Debbie this looks absolutely lovely … I can see why you love it so much!
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September 3, 2011 at 7:34 am
Excellent Debbie- Art is such an expression of self and staying in tune with self!
Thank you,
Nancy
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September 5, 2011 at 6:33 pm
I have been very creative in my life and drawing has always been a great outlet for me. So the idea of using the act of painting to help balance yourself and to became more closer with yourself to me makes alot of sense. I think everyone should find some kind of creative outlet, even if they are not good at it, thank you for posting.
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Hi Marcus,
Finding a creative outlet is especially beneficial in these challenging times. If you ask people who garden or have other hobbies, they all say they lose track of time while they are enjoying their passion. That has to be good for the mind-body-spirit.
One Love,
Debbie
Twitter: Yourinda
September 6, 2011 at 12:56 am
Hi Debbie,
great to see your art unfolding.
It is good to know that you don’t have to like your own ‘art’.
Looking at yours what is not to like?
I am still drawing stick figures (last one was stuck in quick sand being pounded wave after wave, my little girl, she needs a lot of reassurance)
Thank you for sharing your paintings. They inspire me to have a go!
Cheers,
Yorinda
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Debbie, thanks for your great information. I used to do yoga few years ago, then; my schedule became so busy, so I said. I noticed the balance I had in my whole life, exactly what you mentioned. I am looking to make myself available and follow your guidance.
Twitter: RetireWithCarla
September 6, 2011 at 11:48 pm
Debbie, ya made that look pretty darned easy!!
Not sure if I would be brave enough to sign up for a class!
Thanks Carla,
It’s a free workshop that you do in you own home. Connie shares that the only thing you need to think about while your painting is line, shape and area. When you get stuck about what to do next, you simply add a line, a shape or fill in an area. And there is no wrong way to do it.
I can honestly say that the benefits override the challenges.
One Love,
Debbie
Seems like a very good workshop to participate in. I’m sure my Mom would love to be a part of this.
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September 7, 2011 at 10:47 am
Debbie,
I love this painting and in total alignment for what it stands for! I am more aligned than ever before in my life, and getting closer to be in TOTAL alignment here pretty soon!
I hope that people can appreciate works like this as the world is shifting into alignment also!
Thanks you so much Eldridge,
Isn’t balance what we are all searching for? And I can feel the shift in the world too? Let’s be models for alignment!
One Love,
Debbie
Debbie,
Great series here about finding your inner peace! It is so different for everyone and yet universally we all have that same feeling of relaxation and contentment when we do find it.
Andy
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Twitter: AskKim
September 9, 2011 at 7:59 pm
Dirty Footprints is such an adorable name for the free expression of art! I could FEEL that deep exhale you took and it made me smile. Love that you’re reaching into new ways to express your creativity!
Kim
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Thanks Kim,
I love the name as well. I’m looking forward to finishing up the series. It has really opened up new avenues for expression. I’m loving it.
One Love,
Debbie
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September 12, 2011 at 3:22 pm
Hello Debbie,
I really loved what you say: “I choose my inner balance, It does not choose me”.
Art has always been a form of self therapy. It may not have always worked (ask Picasso) but as a general rule, putting your emotions on a canvas can truly unleash your true self!
Thanking you so much for sharing
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Hi Stevie,
Wow, think about what Picasso would have been like if he hadn’t painted. I’ve really been enjoying the series at Dirty Footprints Studio. It’s amazing how good it makes me feel.
One Love,
Debbie
Sounds like a wonderful idea, I think that painting is a great way to get in touch with your inner self
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Hi Debbie, your videos are so beautiful, peaceful and relaxing, love the music! I enjoyed watching your art creation, it’s obvious you’re in total alignment when you are painting. Thanks so much for putting me at peace!
regards from Julieanne
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Thanks Julie,
I’m glad you enjoy them. The music I use on the painting videos comes from YouTube. I love the diversity of music they have. The music I use on my narrated video was made especially for me by Paul Abrahams
One Love,
Debbie.
“You don’t even have to like what you paint”, Ha, That’s my favorite quote of the month for sure. Thanks Dabbie for introducing the workshop. Will look into it.
K.
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Hi Ken,
I love that quote too. It helps take the pressure off those of us with minimum painting skills. The workshop is really fantastic. I love the feeling I have while painting and the joy I have afterward. I’m never disappointed, even if I don’t like the painting afterward.
One Love,
Debbie
Oh Debbie this looks just lovely … what a fun and inspirational experience! Thanks so much for sharing. I’ll be thinking colorful thoughts all day now.
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September 19, 2011 at 9:20 am
I believe the finer points of Balance are different for each person. But, in the end, it’s about achieving harmony with the many aspects of your being (inner and outer), and not letting any one particular aspect rule your life or overrule your reason.
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Hi Sonny,
That is so true that balance is individual. And it also changes from time to time. I know when I’m particularly stressed, I seek peace and quiet. And when I’m celebrating successes, I’m love celebrating with a group of people.
If I’m unable to get the balance I need, creating art seems to make up the difference.
One Love,
Debbie
I so love this post. I have been checking out your posts after reading this. thanks for sharing such guidelines. The video is really educational as well.
Great stuff Debbie, art is absolutely about a connection with oneself. This is why art is always so unique..looking at one’s art too can really tell a lot about a person.
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Debbie,
I really admire your creativity. Artists express themselves through their fields like painting, etc. Sometimes it is hard for me to interpret the paintings of others. And I am just so amazed how they convert their feelings into visual ones.
Hi Gregg,
When I discover a piece of art that is confusing to me, I try to ask the question, “How does it make me feel?’ And whatever the answer is, that is the interpretation I go with. And sometimes the answer is, “Wow, this makes me confused.”
I know what you mean about converting feelings to images. Sometimes it’s breathtaking.
One Love,
Debbie
This workshop is very helpful to achieve inner balance. I bet that this is gonna be a wonderful experience to overcome the loads we carry because it serves as an outlet for self-expression.
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Art has always been a form of self therapy. It may not have always worked but as a general rule, putting your emotions on a canvas can truly unleash your true self. Fantastic post !!
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