The Art Witch Blog
I’m a mythical artist, photographer, designer, intuitive and all-around creative based in the Norwegian mountains and this is my blog.
This is where I share my creative expression and do my best to inspire, empower, share tips and information, and give the occasional kick in the butt so you can have a more fulfilling life. You’ll also find a lot of art, some behind the scenes and works in progress, as well as some strong opinions, and a swear word or two. If you enjoy the posts, please share them.
– Kim Nance
Herb Classes Start May 1st
For a couple of years now, I've been running herb classes. I've decided to do so this year as well. As the season has started in some countries, we need to get going. The next round starts on May 1st. Hurry up if you want in. Registration closes on April 22nd. For...
Competition: April
The question for April's competition is: Who was in the boat with Thor when he went fishing for Jörmungandr? Send your answer to svehex@yahoo.no before April 30. 2012. Three winners will get a surprise in the mail, so remember to provide your mailing address. The...
A lot of misinformation about Galðr
I've seen so much misinformation about Galðr, that I think it's time to set the record straight. Galðr is not the intonation or voicing of the runes of the Elder Futhark. No matter what some so-called experts say. Now I'm not saying I know everything, or that I'm an...
Rök Runes – 12 – But half of Týr
In the futhark used on the Rök stone, the Týr rune has lost one of its arms and looks more like a reversed Laugr. In some ways quite fitting, since Týr lost his hand to Fenrir. Since it no longer looks the same, I've had to adapt the interpretation. I've chosen to...
Take the time to check how you feel
My second F post is about feeling. About not just registering the basics, but actually taking the time to check how you feel. If you follow the moon phases closely, whether you adapt your magic to them or not, make sure you register how they affect you. Does your body...
Resting Tree Frog
A Tree Frog resting on a stone surrounded by water inside a plant. Getting the colours right was a real challenge. It's in acrylics on watercolour paper. Size: 42 x 29,7 cm
Should All Witches Have A Familiar?
Some seem to think all witches should have a familiar. This goes for both Pagans and Non-Pagans. The truth is that some of us do, and some don't. So what is a familiar? Just because you have a cat as a pet, doesn't mean it's your familiar. A familiar doesn't have to...
Turning 40 – Happy Birthday to Me
Yes, that's right. Today is my 40th birthday. And I don't have a problem with turning 40. It isn't the end of the world. In fact, it's nowhere near the end of the world. At this stage in life, I feel more confident, happy and creative than in my early 20's. Of course,...
Turning 40 – The Big 4 0
''Ooh the big Four Oh!' the words came out of my best friends mouth in the tones of 'aha ha ha you're forty nah nah nah nah naaah!' I shrugged and grinned and we laughed. I hadn't really given over a huge amount of brain time to it as there is nothing I can do about...
Turning 40 – Transitions
Life is full of transitions and change. It seems that from the time we're able to form thoughts and learn to speak, we're in a rush to grow up - "once I'm 16 I can drive a car", "at 18 I can graduate school and make my own decisions", "once I hit 21 I can party with...
Turning 40 – I can be ME
The power and magic within me were accessible in the most loving way when I reached 40, now I am 42 and fully enjoying this trip! During my 30's everything was so about gaining, about being enough for everybody, my kids, my husband, my work, worry about having a good...
Turning 40 – Love getting older
Last month I turned 42. Just like every year of my life, I had been looking forward to my birthday with giddy anticipation. I just LOVE getting older, there's absolutely nothing I don't adore about it. Invariably, people gave me surprised stares when I replied to the...