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Following Muse: An Interview with herbalist, writer, and collage artist, Sabrina Rose Nelson

Part three of our series, Following Muse, Interviews with Self-Employed Creatives, Makers, and Healers. Our mission with this new series is to introduce you to your peers in various industries and provide some inspiration for your own work or dreams. Today, we are so honored to introduce you to the herbalist, artist, and writer, Sabrina Rose Nelson.

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Following Muse: An Interview with Designer and Textile Artist Rachael Levine

Part two of our series, Following Muse, Interviews with Self-Employed Creatives, Makers, and Healers. Our mission with this new series is to introduce you to your peers in various industries and provide some inspiration for your own work or dreams. Today, we are so honored to introduce you to the wildly talented designer and textile artist, Rachael Levine.

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August 2021 Moodboard + Playlist

August, the beautiful, hot month is all about energy, courage, and masculine life force. The colors of this month are bold and golden to highlight the drama of the season. This brand exploration would be perfect for a bold business owner who is keen on making an impact and being the center of attention.

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Following Muse: An Interview with Creative Makeup Artist Rachel Pagan

Part one of our series, Following Muse, Interviews with Self-Employed Creatives, Makers, and Healers. Our mission with this new series is to introduce you to your peers in various industries and provide some inspiration for your own work or dreams. Today, I am so honored to introduce you to the incredibly talented makeup artist, Rachel Nicole Pagan.

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July 2021 Moodboard + Playlist

To riff off of the beautiful watery forces of the moon, July's moodboard is filled with a calming and cool color palette perfect for a brand that wants to communicate a soothing message. Blues often represent healing and intuition so I would recommend this brand inspiration for a healer or business in the wellness sector.

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June 2021 Moodboard + Playlist

The feeling of the brand inspiration this month is fresh, current, and experimental. I would recommend this brand aesthetic for a creative or maker who wants to make an impact and reach a youthful audience with an eye for trends. This brand has its finger on the pulse.

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May 2021 Moodboard + Playlist

The feeling of the brand inspiration this month is romantic, all about soft textures, and full of grounded earth tones. This brand inspiration is calming and versatile. I would recommend this brand aesthetic for a healer or maker who wants to have a soothing presence and grounded energy for their clients

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April 2021 Moodboard + Playlist

This month is all about equilibrium between dark and light, short days and long days, and hot and cold as we embrace the liminal space of Spring. I would recommend this brand inspiration for a maker, creative, or dreamer who would like to appeal to Millenial and GenZ clientele while appearing minimalistic and 'hot-off-the-press'.

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March 2021 Moodboard + Playlist

I created this March 2021 moodboard to represent the vibrant, fresh, and playful colors of Pisces season. This brand exploration would be great for any brand in the wellness, beauty, or retail sector that is hoping to serve female-identifying clientele.

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January 2021 Moodboard + Playlist

I created this January 2021 moodboard to represent the Pantone colors of the year, Ultimate Grey and Illuminated Yellow. This brand exploration would be great for any emerging brand starting during the pandemic because the colors represent hope and the shadows we came from. I have included a playlist filled with uplifting, heartfelt songs.

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30 Years and 30s Lessons + A Moodboard and Playlist

November’s moodboard is a little different than our usual, This last month I celebrated my 30th birthday, one I had been nervous about due to its societal importance. I created this moodboard to reflect the kind of life I would like to live. It's dreamy, earthy, creative, and a little bit moody (how I like it). Plus there’s a list of 30 things I learned in the last 30 years and a playlist!

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October Moodboard, Intentions, and Playlist

In the spirit of two full moons this month, I created this moodboard to feel a little witchy, but also grounded and comforting. I love how the color palette is translational across so many spectrums of business because of it's balance and earthiness. It feels unique but also serious and I think it would lend itself well to a luxury coaching business, retail, or even something in the culinary realm like a restaurant or chef.

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The Witch | 12 Jungian Archetypes Self-Portrait Series

The 12 Archetypes of personality, chosen by Carl Jung, are the foundations for characters in movies, literature, art, and the life where we live and breathe. I am exploring all 12 of the archetypes through self-portraits and embodying each as I understand them within myself. Along with the portraits, I have included a playlist that represents each personality to me, I hope you enjoy this playful exploration!

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