I thought to start off this month’s issue with information on Gaia, the Greek goddess considered to be the personification of earth itself. In searching for Gaia art I was thrilled to find a few breathtaking Gaia images by one of my favorite artists, Josephine Wall. Her paintings are a perfect example of how pictures can convey more meaning than words could ever hope to. Or so I thought. Reading her descriptions of Gaia filled me with as much wonder as her evocative imagery, and I realized no research or historical explanation or new age narrative could better express the concept of Gaia than Josephine’s own brief captions.
I craved more Jospehineness and was delighted to find an online video interview with her. Upon watching it I was so overcome by her humility and nurturing kindness that I dashed off an email to Josephine asking her if I could send her a few brief interview questions about Gaia. Her email response was more intimate and meaningful than any interview could be. I am so humbly grateful to share her words and art with you here today.
~J.S. Devvre
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Josephine’s image of choice for both her website banner & Facebook page cover image
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Hello Joy,
So lovely to hear from you, and I am honoured that you want to interview me..!! I am always amazed that people want to do this, as all I am doing is 'playing' every day, and fulfilling my heartfelt desire to be creative..!! I am very happy that you like my work, and thank you for your very kind comments. I will do my best to answer your questions.
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Breath of Gaia
“Gaia, the Greek Goddess, is Mother Earth, the bringer of life and beauty. Where Gaia breathes, she brings new life to a sleeping earth. Renewal springs forth along Gaia's every path.”
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I am not sure which interview you watched, but I am always an optimistic, and happy person which you seemed to have picked up. I am never happier than when I am standing in front of my easel with a painting underway, a brush in my hand, and a selection of my favourite colours to choose from. I do however enjoy time with my family - following my second marriage I now have 5 children and 11 grandchildren which give me great joy. I also have a source of models beyond my wildest dreams - little ones to put wings on, and to be riding mythical animals such as unicorns..!! I also love countryside walks ( I find nature a source of inspiration ), dancing and gardening are my other hobbies amongst others.
I am a great believer in the power of nature, and Gaia as the Earth Mother is symbolic of most of what I hold dear - that there is a power beyond mortal control, and I hope that she will make sure we will take care of our precious planet - the Earth will endure despite man..!! She hopes that we will learn from our mistakes and repair the damage we have already done.
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Sadness of Gaia
“The Earth Goddess looks on sadly, aware that our human weaknesses will mean many years of education to prevent the ruin of our precious world.”
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Light & Peace,
Josephine.