New Title!

So as you may have noticed, my blog title has changed! It was brought to my attention that I was sharing the title with a fellow artist, and I decided that I should change my title, as my fellow artist coined the title before me. At first, I was worried about changing the title of my blog, since you all have come to identify with the name, but I decided to look at the changing of my title as an opportunity! After some consideration, I felt I could choose a title that better describes the way I feel about my art life. Though art does play a huge part in keeping me a sane individual, I realized that even more than that, art has been a gift to me...one for which I am thankful every day I awaken to it's presence. Art has been a benevolent force in my life that allows me to express myself, engage in discovery of the world around me and it constantly encourages me to search my soul! Art has given me the privilege of being of service to the communities in which I work, and an inspiration to people young and old. I realize that the concept of art is much larger than I, and I am honored that I have been invited to participate!

Today, I had my first session in the dance studio since being back in town. It was lovely! I had a great jam session to some of the Michael Lowenstern music, and am looking forward to crafting the piece in the coming weeks. During the session, I contemplated the concept of impulse in my work, as I allowed the music to move my body in every which way upon whim after whim. By listening to my impulses during the jam session, I can begin to see what directions my intentions are taking me, and tap into any emotions that are being brought on by my experience with the new movement discoveries. From the impulses, I can begin to pull out movements that are recurring, and begin to move into the process of repetitive evolution based upon these stronger impulses.

As well as playing in the dance studio, I went back to teaching yoga today. I taught two private sessions and one group class. I am so glad to be back in the yoga room, connecting with fellow practitioners! For all of the excitement had last week at the Goddard residency, I am relieved to be taking deep breaths again, and helping others to do the same.

Tomorrow is going to be such a busy day. I should begin to prepare myself for sleeping! Until next time...

~Cara