by Funfere Koroye

In my artistic voyage, I have been drawn to the enigmatic connection between the phrase "You shall have no other gods before me" and the simultaneous veneration of money and the humble cowrie shell.

by Margaret Adams Parker

As a liturgical artist, I reflect–in visual form—on holy figures and sacred writings. It is a privilege to linger over these texts: exploring the narrative, pondering the medium (sculpture, painting, or print) that will best embody my understanding,

by Lory Widmer Hess

A review of the book Nervous: Essays on Heritage and Healing by Jen Soriano

Recently, I twisted my ankle slightly while out on a walk. It wasn’t a very serious injury, and I could hobble my way home, but I wasn’t able to rest it further;

in Conversation with Darby Brown

Wen-Juenn Lee writes poetry on unceded Wurundjeri land. In her writing, she is interested in gaps, leaks and spillage, which often take the form of place, memory, and divinity.

by Samir Knego

Begin by closing your eyes and paying attention to your breathing.

Inhale 1-2-3, exhale 3-2-1. Continue these slow, deep breaths with your eyes closed. If the window in front of you is open, you might acknowledge the warmth or chill or wind you feel through it, but try not to focus on it too much for now (if the weather is distracting, you may want to close the window).

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