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Dragon's tail1910 viewsGlass mosaic tiles
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Detail of moon1899 viewsGlass mosaic tiles
birth_of_poppy.pdf
On the imminent birth of my daughter600 viewsAbout a week before my daughter was born, I woke up at 5 am with a sense of urgency, got up and wrote down this poem. I like the fact that it's open to all kinds of interpretation, from the idea of a genetic heritage spanning hundreds of thousands of years, to more mystical possibilities about reincarnation and rebirth.
Tavi_Paper_-_technical_approach___ethics.pdf
Ethical considerations for the use of ritual techniques in a therapeutic context568 viewsThis paper is the first ever - and long overdue - attempt by a psychologist to explore ethical issues pertaining to the widespread practice of using sacred ritual as part of a psychotherapeutic process.
I present the "Technical Approach" to ritual as an analytical tool, followed by a discussion of the ethical implications for ritual used in a psychotherapeutic process. After this discussion, I propose a series of best practice guidelines.
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Untitled435 viewsAcrylic, Canvas and adhesive. Decoration for ritual space
Published_CV.pdf
Curriculum Vitae426 viewsExhibitions, events, teaching experience, publications, blogs, community involvement, qualifications, employment history, grants and scholarships.
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Nightfall419 viewsAcrylic on Canvas/Ink on Paper
PeopleoftheEarth.pdf
People of the Earth419 viewsWith melody. Expressing the sentiment of common humanity using ancient chinese symbolism of the Earth representing our physical form, and the dragon representing our inspired soul.
On_my_44th_Birthday.pdf
On My 44th Birthday407 viewsPoetic prose, musing on youth, middle age and beyond ...
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The Magic Songbird405 viewsAcrylic on Canvas with adhesive/Ink on Paper
4_realms.pdf
On the 4 great realms398 viewsA poem linking the cardinal points to our basic psychology as perceivers. Used to introduce ceremonies and the symbolism of different parts of the ritual arena.
Statement.pdf
Artist's Statement395 viewsUnpretentious and straightforward description of my motivations, influences and artistic direction.
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