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A new chapter calls…

February 13, 2018 by riasharon

After devoting the last couple of years to drawing animals and creating The Animal Guidance Project, I got a sudden impulse to make a shift. If you’re wondering what guidance feels like, my story will be a good example.

Last week, I had a “walk the talk” moment. During my morning meditation and journaling session, the words “wild and precious” appeared on the page.

Up until that point, I had been perfectly okay with The Animal Guidance Project as the name of this collection.
It was clear and descriptive. I had no inkling that it was a placeholder name until the minute I saw WILD+PRECIOUS.

Immediately, I knew. The words felt so correct! Hearing them out loud felt amazing!
Instead of WHAT, they resonate with WHY!

The WHY behind this collection is the celebration of what is wild and precious–our animal kindreds and that within us that is untamed and unlimited. WILD!

Our connection to our inner wisdom is PRECIOUS.

The wisdom itself and the traditions and rituals of connection that have been passed down, generation to generation, spanning back to prehistory is precious.

And of course, I simply love the homage to the poem by Mary Oliver, which ends with the question, “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”
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Within hours, I had a vision for what the logo had to look like and within 24 hours, I was able to register the new URL and update the site without a hitch. Talk about alignment! It was all so clear that it felt like magic!

So it is with joy that I turn the page and begin an new chapter for my work. Introducing…

I invite you to visit the new website! More than anything, I’m most proud of having listened to that quiet voice and ignoring the “practical” side of me that kept pointing out all the ways that such a move would be a pain in the… bum! ;P

To celebrate all the ways that JOY, FAITH, and DREAMING made this milestone possible, I’m offering 4 one-of-a- kind pairings:

I only have ONE of each so if any of them speak to your heart, head over to the WILD+PRECIOUS SHOP or click the links below and grab them. The last offering was gone in less than a minute!

Elk + live your dream

Rabbit + believe

Swan + FAITH

Hummingbird + Find JOY in the journey

Thank you so much for being part of this work. For me, when I dream of what I want to do with this one wild and precious life of mine, I think… THIS—sharing this art and guidance with you! These days, it feels like I’m dreaming with my eyes wide open!

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Perspective

May 23, 2017 by riasharon

"Sometimes I think it's possible to misread your whole life and virtually everything that transpires in it. To choose one lens and see everything according to its particular distortions. Then one day, if you're lucky, the lens falls off even for just an instant and you realize there are other lenses out there, different shades, opposing visions, even, and the tale you've been imagining as the story of your life is just that: an imagining, a construction. Beware of the single rendition." – RIP Alex Tizon . . This is why I love animalguidance.org Switch things up, try on a new lens. Get out of your own way! ✨ . . #storyofyourlife #storyofyou #artistsway #artistslife #animalguidance #animalwisdom #intuitivewisdom @jenlemen #yourhopefulstory #riasharonart #stlouisartist #stlstyle #stlart #heron #jewelrydesigner #animaljewelry #birdcharm #blueherons

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Planning for the best

May 22, 2017 by riasharon

Squirrel is about planning ahead — perfect nudge for a Monday morning. My challenge is how do approach planning in a way that is open-hearted — in the true spirit of #Squirrel — with foresight as a gift, rather than because I'm worried or afraid that something won't get done unless I POWER THROUGH IT ??? All you planners, what motivates you to look to the future? . animalguidance.org #squirrel #squirrelsofinstagram #squirrelart #animalguidance #animalmedicine #animalguidanceproject #riasharonart #inspiration #shoplocalstl #shophandcrafted #stlstyle #stlartist #stlart #squirreltotem #stljewelry #stlgiftguide

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Call in the rain

May 16, 2017 by riasharon

Are you feeling stuck? Maybe it's time to call in the rain! Wash away old opinions, beliefs or emotions that no longer serve you. It may be time for a fresh, new perspective! . animalguidance.org . #animalguidance #riasharonart #animalillustration #frogart #shoplocalstl #stlouisartist #shophandcrafted #madeinmissouri #madebyhand #madebyhandwithlove #animalart #frognecklace #frogcharm #stlouisstyle #stlouisart #frog #frogillustration #frogmedicine #shamanicart #oraclecards

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Bridesmaids Gift Ideas

May 11, 2017 by riasharon

Packaging up an order of loyal friends for bridesmaid gifts ?? . . #doglover #dogsofinstgram #riasharonart #dogart #stlouisart #madebyhand #stlouisstyle #stlouisartist #mothersdaygifts #motherday2017 #shophandmade #shoplocalstl #madeinmissouri #shophandcrafted #bridesmaidgiftideas #makearteveryday #doggift

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Glide

May 10, 2017 by riasharon

GLIDE with the flow of your life. You skillfully navigate between the physical and the spiritual phases. Let this grace bring what is above and below into harmony. #animalguidance #animalguidanceproject #animalart #swan #swanillustration #oraclecards #riasharonart #stlouisart #madebyhand #stlouisstyle #stlouisartist #mothersdaygifts #motherday2017 #swanart #shoplocalstl #shophandcrafted

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New Retail Partner: KIND Soap

May 5, 2017 by riasharon

✨✨✨EXCITING NEWS✨✨✨ Animal Guidance Pendants are now available at @kindsoap in Webster Groves! #STL peeps, stop by and check out all the wonderful gift ideas for (cough, cough) #motherday2017 . . . #shoplocalstl #shophandcrafted #artisanjewelry #shoplocal #shoplocallymade #stlouisartist #stlouisart #madebyhand #madeinmissouri #riasharonart #animalguidanceproject #shophandcrafted #stlouisstyle #madebyhandwithlove

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Local Artists + Small Batch = Love

May 2, 2017 by riasharon

It takes a lot for me to venture out of my studio these days. If it weren't for friends like @ambrowne I would be a recluse!!! ?But it was nice to celebrate the magic of these two… @gerardfcraft @still630 in their art of choice! Congrats on the launch of #thetruth @tastebarstl @nichefoodgroup . #madeinmissouri #stlouisart #riasharonart #artistslife #shoplocalstl #smallbatch #madebyhand #riasharonart #dogportraits #animalillustration #dogillustration

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Mother’s Day Joy

April 27, 2017 by riasharon

Are you ready for Mother's Day? ? I have 6 of these lovelies in stock and ready to go! DM me if your mom, sister, bff loves #hummingbirds and would love something unique and handmade. Animal guidance says hummingbirds bring JOY! . animalguidance.org . #animalguidance #riasharonart #animalillustration #hummingbirdart #mothersdaygifts #shoplocalstl #stlouisartist #shophandcrafted #motherday2017 #madeinmissouri #madebyhand #madebyhandwithlove #animalart #hummingbirdnecklace #hummingbirdcharm #lovehummingbirds #stlouisstyle #stlouisart

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Doesn’t your dog belong on a whiskey bottle?

April 26, 2017 by riasharon

Check out the pups, peeps! Yes, illos of Otis and Jake by me on this #smallbatch #whiskey, a collar between @gerardfcraft at @tastebarstl and @still630. Come join me for the launch of THE TRUTH. Monday 5/1. See @nichefoodgroup for deets! ?? . #riasharonart #dogportaits #animalillustration

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Just Rest

April 23, 2017 by riasharon

Trust that the best answer is sometimes rest! Hope you had a restful Sunday! . animalguidance.org . #animalguidance #animalguidanceproject #animalart #bear #bearillustration #oraclecards

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Let your soul be your pilot… :)

April 18, 2017 by riasharon

Looking for a great grad gift? Animal guidance pendants can be purchased at @phoenixrisingstl and @meshuggah_cafe in The Loop #stl or on RiaSharonArt on Etsy. . Owl says, "LET YOUR HEART GUIDE YOU. YOUR GIFTS ALLOW YOU TO PIERCE BEYOND PRETENSE AND ILLUSION TO THAT WHICH IS DEEPLY TRUE." Each pendant is hand-illustrated by me and set into an antique bronze colored zinc alloy pendant. The 100% linen vintage ribbon makes this a lovely wearable talisman. Wrap it around your wrist, wear it as a necklace, or attach your power animal to your keychain or bookbag. . #graduationgifts #graduationgift #soontobegraduate #graduation2017 #graduationday #graduationday? #animalguidance #animalillustration #animalguidanceproject #owl #owlsofinstagram #animalart #owlart #giftidea #giftforgraduation #handmadeinstl #stlartists #stlartist

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Animal Pendants “in the wild”

April 9, 2017 by riasharon

I’m super excited to announce my new retail partners: Phoenix Rising and Meshuggah Cafe. Yes, you can now claim your spirit animal when you stop in both of these lovely, locally-owned establishments in the St. Louis Loop.

I’m so honored that my animal pendants have found a home among the other fun gifts and treasures in the #1 Gift Shop in St. Louis.

And, just a block further east is one of the oldest coffee shops in St. Louis. Meshuggah also happens to serve my favorite beverage of all time, the divinely named Ambrosia. It simply defies description. You must try it for yourself!

When you stop by, give Jen and her crew big hugs from me! 🙂

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My VIDA Collection is Now Available

October 16, 2015 by riasharon

If you are looking for a treat for yourself or a unique gift for the fast approaching holidays, I’m excited to share that my VIDA collection of scarves and tops are available for pre-sale. These are the three original paintings I’m offering through VIDA.

vida-collection

VIDA connects artists with craftspeople and manufacturers to source and design exquisite blouses, dresses, and scarves. Not only that but VIDA also provides literacy classes to the people who make their products. The two paintings on the right appear on scarves that are made of soft, luxurious modal. The bright one on the left is on a flattering A-line sleeveless silk top with a rounded asymmetric hem.

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Click here and use VIDAVOICES for 20% off in the next 5 DAYS! All designs will ship within 30 days — in plenty of time for holiday gift-giving!

Thank you so much for your continued support of my work.

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A little about me

I have an undergraduate degree in art. By day, I work in higher ed and in my free time I'm currently putting myself through DIY grad school.

I teach classes on creativity and inspiration on Skillshare. I occasionally share my original paintings on Etsy and fine art prints on Minted. I've also been known to make puppy portraits.

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