Painting with the Universe: A Conversation with Jen Dragonfly
In this soul-nourishing episode of We Are Artists, Shannon connects with the beautifully expressive Jen Dragonfly to talk about the real magic that happens when we let go of expectations and just create. 🎙️
Jen is one of those artists whose work feels like a conversation with the cosmos—filled with symbols, sigils, and intentions that ripple with meaning. But behind her radiant pieces is a journey many of us can relate to: facing the inner critic, learning to move through self-doubt, and letting creativity become a tool for healing.
🌬️ Creating Ritual and Releasing Control
We dive into how Jen brings ritual into her process—through fresh air and smoke cleansing, the use of runes and sigils, and setting energetic intentions with every brushstroke. Her art is not just an expression but an offering—one that carries the energy of healing and transformation.
She reminds us that it’s okay if the final piece doesn’t look like the original plan. In fact, some of the most powerful art comes when we let go of control and let the art take on a life of its own.
👩🎨 The Power of Play, Process & Pushing Through
This episode is full of gems for anyone who has ever felt frozen by perfectionism or stuck in the “not good enough” mindset. Jen and Shannon reflect on their time at the Milan Institute, and how learning new techniques while battling inner doubts opened the door to unexpected breakthroughs.
They talk about: ✨ Creating for your inner child
🌀 Trusting the messy layers of the process
💭 Working through the “doubt demons”
🎨 Tuning into the energetic layers of a piece
🌈 Finding joy in trying new things
🌬️ Using ritual and intention to activate your art
💬 Why This Episode Matters
This conversation is an invitation to show up for your art exactly as you are. You don’t have to have all the answers. You don’t have to make a masterpiece. You just have to be willing to start, to play, to listen, and to trust that something beautiful will come through.
🎧 Tune in now to Painting with the Universe with Jen Dragonfly and let your creative soul exhale.
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