(Formally known as the ‘She is with YOU’ and ‘SHE Is WITH ME” project…now it’s WILDE WOMEN)
In times of crisis, we need healing and gentle medicine is powerful. Colors, light, sparkles, friends, laughter, singing, dancing, sunshine. Sooth your soul and take care of your beautiful insides so you can radiate that glow out into the world. Your presence, your creations, your artwork, your sharing helps those around you. During this quarantine, I am creating a series of drawings (colorful little women) who are arriving one by one to deliver musical messages to us. What are we feeling in this challenge? What emotions are bubbling to the surface as life changes quickly and slowly at the same time? Jump on my mailing list and you'll get an email whenever a new lady arrives -- you can listen to her soundtrack and her message. ❤ Explore the FULL collection of ladies. Thank you! I love you. CHA🍍WILDE
Here's the step-by-step of what I'm doing:
1) Each day, I sit down, close my eyes and ask, "What do I really need right now?" Every day the answer is different; happiness, energy, patience, strength etc... I look through photographs of women online, usually on Pinterest for inspiration until I see one that really hits it. "Yes! That's how I want to feel!". I have also been recording conversations with other women on my podcast and hearing what they’re feeling right now. Those conversations are massively inspiring for the newest ladies I’m creating. After filling my mind and heart with an understanding of what is needed, I start drawing. I sketch the little woman with black ink and fill her in with watercolor pencils. Then I photograph the drawing, upload the image to my computer and digital edit the image into florescent rainbow deliciousness. What do you really need today?
2) I start at her and I ask, "What is she saying to me? What message does she have for us?" It usually takes a minute or two of me drawing a total blank, a little nervous no inspiration will come and then BOOM suddenly my mind is speaking and my fingers start typing. The messages seem to all begin with a brief mention of something I just experienced personally; situations and feelings triggered by quarantine and the life changes taking place right now. That mini story is the jumping off point to a piece of wisdom and truth that we can all connect to, a reminder to tune in, ground, lift our chin, smile, go outside etc... What message do you have for the world today?
3) I put on my headphones and ask myself, "What music is this woman listening to? What is her soundtrack?" I produce a 1 minute song for her on my computer. This is such a juicy moment because music is so powerful and brings everything to life. When I make the music, she starts to feel like a real person to me. After the song is complete, I roll up to the microphone and read her message (the one I wrote in step 2) out loud. This way her message can be delivered to your ears as well as your eyes and you can hear my voice (which makes everything way more personal and powerful and connected). What music are you listening to today?
4) I design a new pair of leggings and cropped hoodie and upload them to my online shop. If you find a lady you really enjoy looking at, you can order something with her on it and have her in your home, brighten up the rooms with sparkly colorful inspiration. Which woman is your favorite so far? Explore the series.
LOVE
CHA 🍍 WILDE