Do you recall the moment you found a treasure and couldn’t wait to tell the world? Discovering the private collection of Betty Wells is this moment for me. With a urgent plea for help to place her collection, Betty Wells inquired earnestly what to do with her collection of illustrations from the trial of John … Continue reading
Author Archives: Keri Douglas
Songs of Kabir: Who Speaks of One Sun?
Almost a century ago, Songs of Kabir, translated by Rabindranath Tagore was published in English. Rarely heard and yet revealing insights into the vision of poet Kabir, born in 1440, and a “disciple of the celebrated Hindu ascetic Ramananda”. In the introduction, Eveleyn Underhill, who assisted Tagore in the publication, wrote “The poetry of mysticism … Continue reading
Origin of Art
What is the origin of art?
Where does art begin?
How does an artist start?
Ngakpa Chögyam and Khandro Déchen offer an answer with clarity and wisdom. Continue reading
Unique Holiday Gifts
The holidays bring families, friends and loved ones together to celebrate and often exchange gifts for Hanukkah (November 27 to December 5, 2013), Christmas (December 25, 2013), Boxer Day (December 26, 2013) or Kwanza (December 26 to January 1, 2014) or simply appreciation of one’s clients. 9 Muses News offers these favorite gifts from readers, … Continue reading
The Wisdom of the Gods
The Wisdom of the Gods video was presented at the Colloquy 2013 the Parthenon an Icon of Global Citizenship in Sydney, Australia. The story of the Acropolis is a masterpiece about life, showing that we are always seeking higher knowledge and wisdom and the ever present challenges. It also reveals the dynamic that when we … Continue reading
Defying the Ancient Spirits: Cave Divers
Who is brave in the face of death, ancient spirits, darkness beyond darkness, for scientific exploration of human history, accomplishments, and life’s footprint on earth? Cave divers are intrepidly exploring where few dare and those that do, know the perils. Peter Campbell, a cave diver who is exploring where few dare, knows the perils. As an … Continue reading
Syria: Artists Engage, Compel the World to Bear Witness and Act
Artists dare to compel the world to look, actually see and feel the emptiness, fear and loss of life that millions are experiencing in this very moment as refugees of the Syrian conflict. Syri-Arts Beirut: 101 Works of Art for Syrian Refugee Children launches their campaign today. With the support of more than 140 artists from the region … Continue reading
Roboy’s Reflection
Roboy is a startling reflection of human motion. Unlike mechanized robots of the past, Roboy mimics human interaction, motion and instinctual structural movements. A design that closely mimics the human anatomy, the mechanics represent human muscles while incorporating the flowing nature of human movement through cords that function as tendons. Dr. Rolf Pfeifer, Director of … Continue reading
Calliope Rises: Poetry with Katie Aliferis
Katie Aliferis evokes the spirit of Calliope, the muse of poetry, in her true form with beauty, elegance and powerful words woven together to entice emotions of longing and the courage of the most courageous warrior. A poet in San Francisco, Aliferis is inspired by the spirits of the ancients and her Greek heritage. Her ancestors … Continue reading
A Little Blue Bird Revolutionary – Twitter
Twitter, the little blue bird icon that delivers a message in 140 characters, has upended the status quo in business, the news media and even diplomacy. With more than 200 million active users a month, over 500,000,000 messages per day, Twitter is allowing authentic, relevant exchanges instantly with people around the world. President Barack Obama … Continue reading