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Happy New Year 2025!

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Happy New Year! 🌟🎉

As we step into this bright new year, I want to thank you for being a part of my journey. May 2025 bring you abundant joy, creativity, and inspiration. Let’s continue to grow, create, and share the beauty of art and life together.

Wishing you a year filled with love, success, and endless possibilities. Cheers to new beginnings and exciting adventures ahead!

Happy New Year 2025!
With gratitude and creativity

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The Spiritual Significance of the Pinecone

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Hello beautiful souls the Holidays are near and today I wanted to write about the spiritual meaning of pinecones as they are so used to decorate our homes especially during this season and at Christmas! Well there are very special meanings behind a pinecone!

The pinecone is a powerful and ancient symbol of spiritual awakening, transformation, and higher consciousness. Its unique shape and intricate design have inspired deep reverence in cultures and traditions across the globe, offering profound lessons for those who take the time to connect with its meaning.

One of the most intriguing aspects of the pinecone is its resemblance to the Pineal Gland, often referred to as the “Third eye.” This small, pinecone-shaped gland in the human brain has long been associated with intuition, spiritual insight, and the awakening of higher consciousness. Many spiritual teachings suggest that activating the pineal gland helps us connect to our inner wisdom and align with universal energy, making the pinecone a natural representation of this inner gateway.

The spiral pattern of the pinecone’s scales reflects sacred geometry, a visual representation of the divine order and harmony found throughout the Universe. This pattern symbolizes growth, transformation, and the interconnectedness of all things a reminder that we are part of a much larger cosmic design.

Throughout history, the pinecone has appeared in art, architecture, and spiritual practices as a symbol of enlightenment. In ancient Egypt, the staff of Osiris featured a pinecone at its tip, symbolizing immortality and spiritual ascension. Similarly, in Hinduism, the pinecone-like shape of deities’ headdresses is thought to represent the awakened third eye. Even in Western traditions, the pinecone appears in Christian art and the design of the Vatican’s Court of the Pinecone, representing eternal life and divine connection.

Beyond its symbolism, the pinecone’s life cycle carries a meaningful lesson. It endures through harsh winters, holding tightly to its seeds until the conditions are right for new growth. This resilience and patience remind us to trust the timing of our own transformations and to nurture the seeds of potential within ourselves.

In everyday life, the pinecone can be a grounding and meditative tool. Holding one or placing it in your sacred space can serve as a gentle reminder to seek inner balance, stay open to spiritual growth, and honor the interconnectedness of nature. How beautiful!

The next time you come across a pinecone, take a moment to reflect on its quiet wisdom. It’s not just a part of nature; it’s a symbol of resilience, transformation, and the infinite potential that resides within us all. Find your pinecone and keep it in a special place in your home!

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My watercolor painting featured on this post represents and symbolize all of these special meanings! Is included in my Winter and Christmas Art Collection available as Limited Edition Prints hand enhanced and Reiki energy infused to enhance your wellbeing! 

If you love my Art please visit my ETSY Shop! I have a Sale going on everything is 20% off until December 3, 2024 if you have any questions Contact me!

Warmest wishes!

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Winter Art Collection 2024

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Hello and Happy Winter Season!

It’s been a little while since my last post, and I’m thrilled to reconnect with all of you! I have some exciting news to share: my Etsy shop has been freshly restocked with my Winter Art Collection. You’ll find an array of Winter and Christmas-themed art, perfect for the season, and I’ll continue adding new pieces to keep the collection growing.

Each print is hand-enhanced, adding a special touch that makes each piece unique and full of life. These fine art prints make lovely holiday gifts or a cozy addition to your own space.

Holiday Offer: To celebrate, I’m offering 15% off when you purchase any two prints!


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If you’d like your art to arrive in time for Christmas, now is the perfect time to order and save! Plus, enjoy free shipping within the U.S. on orders of $35 or more.

Each print in my collection is hand-enhanced, meaning I personally add finishing touches to every piece. These aren’t just ordinary prints; each one is unique, with my hand-drawn details and a touch of subtle gold or silver highlights. It’s my way of bringing a bit more warmth and artistry to every piece that reaches your hands.

Important Cutoff Date:  Holiday Orders within US last day to order prints would be December 12 earlier the best!

Thank you for being here and sharing in my creative journey. During a time when the world feels uncertain, I hope my art can bring a bit of peace and joy to your day. I’d love for you to stop by and explore the Winter Art Collection and much more in my Etsy shop it’s a collection meant to add warmth, comfort, and a touch of winter magic to your space. 

Here’s to a beautiful Winter Season filled with creativity, calm, and kindness. always keep that magic light shining within YOU! If you had your eyes on something and you don’t find it in shop please Contact me!  

Warmest wishes,
Carolina

 

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Channeling Healing Energy Through Art: The Power of Reiki-Infused Creations

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Healing Energy Through Art: Let’s continue the discussion…

I was happy to receive some great interactions and interest with my previous post on the subject, that I decided to write more. If you missed my previous post you can read it Here
Art has always been a profound medium for expression, connection, and healing. For centuries, artists have channeled their emotions, experiences, and energy into their creations, providing viewers with a sense of peace, inspiration, and even transformation. As an artist who integrates Reiki into my work, I believe that art can be a powerful conduit for healing energy. In this post, I’ll explore how art can serve as a channel for healing, the benefits it offers to viewers, and how distance Reiki works to enhance this process.

The Connection Between Art and Healing Energy

Art has an intrinsic ability to evoke emotions and create connections. When infused with healing energy, it transcends its visual appeal, offering deeper benefits:

  1. Emotional Release and Catharsis: Art can help viewers process and release suppressed emotions. The colors, forms, and themes can resonate with personal experiences, facilitating emotional healing.
  2. Stress Reduction and Relaxation: Viewing or creating art can induce a meditative state, lowering stress levels and promoting relaxation. The presence of healing energy within the artwork enhances this effect, creating a calming atmosphere.
  3. Inspiration and Motivation: Art can inspire viewers, sparking creativity and motivating them to pursue their own passions. Healing energy amplifies this by providing a sense of clarity and purpose.
  4. Spiritual Connection: Art infused with healing energy can serve as a spiritual tool, helping viewers connect with their inner selves, higher consciousness, and the universe.
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Infusing Art with Reiki Energy

As a Reiki Master, I infuse my art with Reiki energy to enhance its healing properties. Reiki is a form of energy healing that originated in Japan. It involves channeling universal life force energy to promote balance and healing. Here’s how I integrate Reiki into my art:

  1. Setting Intentions: Before starting a piece, I set clear intentions for the healing energy I want to infuse into the artwork. This could be peace, love, clarity, or any specific healing intention.
  2. Meditation and Energy Channeling: During the creation process, I meditate and channel Reiki energy into the water I use to create my watercolor paintings, into the colors, the paper and into my brushes and tools and into the art. This energy is absorbed by the materials and becomes an integral part of the finished piece.
  3. Blessing the Artwork: Once completed, I perform a Reiki blessing on the artwork to seal in the healing energy, ensuring it remains potent and effective for viewers.

    Click here to see a short video while I am channeling and infusing an artwork! While watching this right now you can be able to receive a glimpse of Reiki for yourself. Just set your intention to accept and receive this Reiki for your well-being and greatest good, watch as much as you want, the sound is beautiful too!

How Distance Reiki Works

Distance Reiki allows the transmission of healing energy across time and space, meaning it can be sent to someone who is not physically present. This principle applies to infusing art with Reiki as well. Here’s how distance Reiki works:

  1. Energy Connection: The Reiki practitioner establishes an energetic connection with the recipient or the object (in this case, the artwork) through focused intention and visualization.
  2. Symbol and Mantra Use: Specific Reiki sacred symbols and mantras are used to send energy across distances. These symbols help focus the practitioner’s intent and amplify the energy being transmitted.
  3. Sending Healing Energy: The practitioner channels Reiki energy and sends it to the recipient or object. This energy transcends physical limitations and provides the intended healing benefits.

Benefits of Reiki-Infused Art for the Viewer

Reiki-infused art can have profound effects on those who view it. Some of the benefits include:

  1. Enhanced Emotional Well-being: The calming and balancing effects of Reiki can help alleviate anxiety, depression, and emotional turmoil, promoting overall emotional well-being.
  2. Physical Healing Support: While not a substitute for medical treatment, Reiki-infused art can complement physical healing by creating a supportive, healing environment.
  3. Increased Energy and Vitality: The positive energy in the artwork can help uplift and energize viewers, combating feelings of fatigue and lethargy.
  4. Spiritual Growth: The spiritual connection fostered by Reiki energy can aid in personal growth, self-discovery, and a deeper understanding of one’s life purpose.

Embrace the Healing Energy of Art

In our complicated world filled with noise and chaos, art offers a sanctuary of peace and healing. When infused with Reiki energy, art becomes even more powerful, providing emotional, physical, and spiritual benefits to those who engage with it. As an artist and Reiki Master, I am committed to creating art that not only pleases the eye but also heals the heart and soul.Water Vibration_s
Explore my Reiki-infused artwork and experience the transformative power of healing energy for yourself. Let art be a source of comfort, inspiration, and renewal in your life.

What experiences have you had with healing energy and art? Share your thoughts and stories in the comments below!

***The paintings featured in this post are available in my Etsy Shop as Limited Edition Prints Reiki Infused. If any question Contact me.

 
If you’re new to my blog and my art, a warm welcome to you! To learn more about me and what I do, begin by reading my “About Me” section. On another note, if you’d like to stay updated on my latest paintings and work, consider joining my Collector’s List. You can also follow me on Instagram @carolinarussoart for regular updates. And don’t forget to explore my Etsy Shop for prints, fun art, and illustrations!
I hope this post ignite your curiosity!

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The Power of Reiki in Art: Infusing Creativity with Healing Energy

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In the world of art, where creativity knows no bounds, there exists a fascinating synergy between artistic expression and spiritual healing. I love to talk about Reiki a gentle yet profound and powerful practice that channels Universal life force energy to promote balance, relaxation, and well-being. What happens when these two worlds collide? Let’s explore the transformative potential of Reiki in art and how artists who are Reiki Masters can infuse their creations with this beautiful healing energy.

Understanding Reiki: A Brief Overview
At its core, Reiki is a Japanese healing technique that dates back to the early 20th century. The word “Reiki” is derived from two Japanese words: “rei,” meaning universal, and “ki,” meaning life force energy. Reiki practitioners believe that this energy flows through all living beings and can be channeled to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual healing.

During a in person Reiki session, the practitioner acts as a conduit for this energy, gently placing their hands on or near the recipient’s body to facilitate the flow of healing energy. This process helps to release blockages, restore balance, and activate the body’s natural healing abilities.

Distance Reiki works by tapping into the universal life force energy and directing it across space and time to the recipient no matter where his location is, operates on the principle that energy knows no bounds, thus allowing practitioners to channel healing energy to recipients regardless of physical proximity, maintaining the same effectiveness and impact as an in-person session.

Infusing Art with Reiki Energy
Now, imagine harnessing the power of Reiki within the creative process. For artists who are Reiki Masters, this concept is not merely theoretical, it’s a tangible reality. By incorporating Reiki principles and techniques into their artistic practice, these individuals, myself included can infuse their creations with a subtle yet potent energy that resonates with viewers that are open to receive it on a deeper level.

But how exactly does one infuse art with Reiki energy?
The process begins with setting intention and mindfulness. Before starting a new piece, the artist sets the intention to imbue it with healing energy, whether it be for relaxation, inspiration, or emotional release. This intention acts as a guiding force throughout the creative process, directing the flow of energy into the artwork.

During the creation phase, the artist may engage in Reiki meditation or visualization techniques to enhance their connection to the universal life force energy. They may also incorporate symbols or mantras traditionally used in Reiki practice, infusing each brushstroke or creative gesture with intention and purpose.

The Transformative Power of Reiki Art
The result? Artworks that radiate with a palpable sense of peace, harmony, and vitality. When viewers engage with these pieces, they may experience a subtle yet profound shift in their own energy, as the Reiki-infused artwork resonates with their inner being on a subconscious level.
Moreover, Reiki art has the potential to serve as a catalyst for healing and transformation. Whether displayed in homes, galleries, or healing spaces, these creations act as portals for healing energy to flow, inviting viewers to tap into their own innate capacity for healing and self-discovery.

Embracing the Intersection of Art and Healing
In a world that often feels chaotic and fragmented, the union of Art and Reiki offers a beacon of hope and healing. By embracing the intersection of creativity and spirituality, artists can become catalysts for positive change, using their gifts to uplift and inspire others on their journey toward wholeness.

As we continue to explore the infinite possibilities of artistic expression, let us not forget the transformative power of Reiki,  a gentle reminder that healing is not merely confined to the physical realm but extends to the realms of the soul and spirit.

In conclusion, the marriage of Reiki and art is a testament to the boundless potential of human creativity and the universal desire for healing and connection. As artists, let us embrace this synergy wholeheartedly, infusing our creations with the healing energy of Reiki and offering a beacon of light in an often turbulent world.

Before ending this post let me introduce myself to who doesn’t know me and is new to my Blog I’m Carolina Russo, a Watercolor artist and a Certified Usui Reiki Master distance energy healer.

With a deep passion for both art and holistic healing, I’ve embarked on a journey that seamlessly merges these two beautiful worlds. Every stroke of my brush, every creation in any form, is infused now with the transformative energy of Reiki, creating not just art, but portals for healing and self-discovery.

My commitment to this fusion of creativity and spirituality extends beyond my original paintings it encompasses all my limited edition prints and healing Jewelry I design, ensuring that each piece carries the same potent energy and intention. Moreover, I offer custom orders for Reiki infusions on my art upon specific requests, tailoring the healing energy to address individual needs and desires. I’m currently working on creating a webpage where I’ll be offering Reiki distance sessions, stay tuned!

As we embrace the intersection of art and healing, I invite you to join me on this journey of self-exploration and transformation. Together, let’s harness the power of Reiki to illuminate our path towards wholeness and well-being.

Remember to like, share, and leave your thoughts in the comments below! Let’s continue the conversation about the transformative power of Reiki in art.

If you’re new to my blog and my art, a warm welcome to you! To learn more about me and what I do, begin by reading my “About Me” section. On another note, if you’d like to stay updated on my latest paintings and work, consider joining my Collector’s List. You can also follow me on Instagram @carolinarussoart for regular updates. And don’t forget to explore my Etsy Shop for prints, fun art, and illustrations!

Thank you for being a part of this beautiful journey!

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New Graphic Releases in my Redbubble Shop!

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Exciting Update:
New Graphic Releases added in my Redbubble Shop!

Hey there everyone,

I’m beyond thrilled to announce a fantastic update to my throwpillow,small,1000x-bg,f8f8f8-c,0,200,1000,1000.u1Redbubble Shop – I recently  decided to release a collection of brand-new graphics created from my watercolor paintings and illustrations that are sure to add a splash of creativity to your life! 
Whether you’re in the mood for whimsical illustrations, words, mystical or nature-inspired designs, there’s something special waiting for you.

From vibrant florals to mystical figures, each graphic has been carefully designed with love and attention to detail. Whether you’re treating yourself with a T-shirt like the baseball one in the photo that my beautiful friend is wearing or a hoodie, a coffee mug or searching for the perfect gift for a loved one, my diverse range of designs has you covered.

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My graphics are available on a wide range of beautiful products, from clothing and accessories to home decor and stationery. So you can showcase your unique style from your favorite Artist wherever you go!

Head over to  Carolina Russo Redbubble Shop  to explore the latest additions and find the perfect piece to brighten up your day. Your support means the world to me, and I can’t wait to see how you incorporate my designs into your life. 

❤❤❤  Plus, a little Side Note – Redbubble is currently having a Sale up to 40% Off, so it’s the perfect time to snag some new goodies! No matter where you are in the World they ship Worldwide!

 

Thank you for being a part of my creative journey! And if you have any question Contact me! 
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Happy Sunday and happy shopping if you do, thank you!  Don’t forget to sign up to the Redbubble Newsletter to stay up to date with Sale days and specials discounts! A special thanks to my Crochet Artist friend @creations_by_yrsa for sending me this photo wearing one of the shirts with my new graphics!

Have a wonderful Sunday and coming week! ❤

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Art Vs. Artist 2024

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Happy Spring friends!  I hope to find you all well!
Today I like to share my annual Art Vs. Artists 2024. Let me quickly explain what this is all about in case you aren’t familiar with it.

The hashtag #artvsarist  is a yearly on repeat trend, started among artists around 2016 on most social media platforms, like Instagram, Facebook etc.  It is a way for artists around the world to showcase some images of their work along with a photo of themselves in a nine squares grid. Artists chose some of their favorite artworks, mostly from the current year.  The center spot of the grid is usually reserved for the Artist selfie. This is a nice way to discover the Artist face behind the Art!  And it is a kind way for supporters to share an artist work. In the past few years I loved to participate, it feels always great to look back, remember and see my artistic evolution.
This is a great way to discover more artists just click on the hashtag link on any social platform.
If you would like to participate showcasing your work and yourself, all you need to do is to create your grid and share it, you have time until the end of the year!

Are you an artist participating already? Then leave your link in the comments!

  • How to create the grid? Easily find a template grid, I used the Layout App on my iPhone. When you created your 9 squares grid share it using the hashtags #artvsartist #artvsartist2024

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Have a wonderful weekend!
Thank you for your support!

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Etsy Shop Art Sale

 

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❤ March Art Sale!
hello dear friends I know has been awhile that I haven’t posted here just life getting in between! Today I have just a quick announcement I have restoked and updated my  ETSY Shop! 
And I am having a few days  ART SALE  30% Off on everything in my Shop! My Sale just went live last night and will end March 17, 2024! 

Thank you so much for following my Art your support means everything to me!
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Wishing you all a wonderful weekend!

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Happy New Year 2024!

Happy New Year
Wishing you all a Wonderful Happy New Year 2024!
Let’s bring some positive energy of change in our World!
May this year be filled with Love, Peace, Truth
and never stop Dreaming,
all the changes are starting first within us!

Thank You!

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End of Year Art SALE!

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END of YEAR ART SALE!

Hello dear friends,
I am having a End of Year Sale visit my ETSY Shop!  My Sale just started today December 28, 2023 ends December 31, 2023 at 12:59 US PST. 
You find 20% Off on almost everything in my Shop exclude the new 2024 Christmas Collection paintings they would be available at regular price until the end of this month then I will take them off sale until October 2024 when they would be released again! This is my last Sale of the year I wont have anymore Sale for awhile!  I also offer Free Shipping on $35 orders within US.
♥️ Don’t miss out if you have your eyes on something that I have created during this year and before! Visit my Shop I hope that you find something you love! 

 In my Shop you find listed lots of new and older work a variety of  Limited and Open Edition hand enhanced Signed Prints of my original watercolor paintings. Most prints are available in two sizes Limited Edition 8×10 inches or the Open Edition are 5×7 inches. In case you don’t see what you had your eyes on, Contact me!

Thank you so much for your support and for following my Art ❤
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I wish you a Wonderful New Year 2024 and an Amazing New Beginning!
Always Shine your Light!

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