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Karen Blessen Journals

Transcend. Descend. Escape._007

Item

A page from a scrapbook or journal featuring a collage and handwritten notes.
Title
Transcend. Descend. Escape._007
Alternative Title
Transcend. Descend. Escape.
Creator
Karen Blessen
Date
2020-2021
Description
The left side of the page displays a collage made of various textured papers, including what appears to be metallic and earthy tones, creating a layered and abstract design. The right side contains handwritten notes in a casual script, with bullet points emphasizing different forms of art and their benefits.
Identifier
001_120220-022421_trascend_descend_escape_2
Dates Completed
December 2, 2020 - February 24, 2021
Keywords
Alchemy; Handmade journal; Terri Lenoir; Paper Arts; Covid-19 deaths; Trump lies; Illness of loved ones; Aging pets; Transcendence; Depression; Escape; Great Peacemakers Lesson; 69th birthday; Kelly’s card; 29 Pieces messaging; Love Knows No Distance; Quiet holiday; Kabir poems; Shakespeare bio; Jan. 6 insurrection; MLK essay; DMN 2003; SNL cold open; Lead to gold collage; American LOVE Project; Poppy Sundeen; THRIVE messaging; Valentine’s messaging; Super Power of love; Arctic freeze; Texas power outage; Randy Twaddle; Freeze photos; Lea Marshall; Tree of life; Calamities and trials; 10 years of journals; 2021 memes; $125K gift; Hudson Foundation; Weaving Your Name
Transcription
'- Poetry, literature, reading about other people's lives.
- Film that uplifts, expands our world view.
- Theatre that transports.
- The WORK. Work that benefits others.
Rights
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Relation
Image Gallery