Calley Nelson

For the past several years I've been trying not to censor myself in my art making process. What that has come to is that I share much less, and what I put online is only a small sliver of the art that I make. I think this is one of my favorite songs that I've ever made (and the last I made on Garageband before switching over to Ableton) yet I've been so hesitant to share it. I'm still considering the nature of art as therapy and therapy as art. If I use art as a therapeutic non-performative practice does that make me less of an artist? How much is casual sharing oversharing? To what limits do I want to exist online and why do I feel the drive to share this song now as opposed to earlier or later? ALSO can someone tell me where the heck lyrics come from?! 🔗💖in bio🔗💖 thanks for listening👂💗🐝 . . . . . . . . . Not sure how to tag so that people can find new music without all of us getting spammed by bots… so I’m going to tags some of my probable influences. 🎲 Someone please tell me if this is in poor taste 💩 & otherwise please make some #kimgordon #elliotsmith #pattismith #frankocean #thirdeyeblind #alexg #letigre #strangeranger #yokoono #sonicyouth #elvisdepressedly #xiuxiu https://www.instagram.com/p/CVgFJkLl2BW/?utm_medium=tumblr

I made a new song, got to a point where I enjoyed what I had made, and then had some issues with my software and my computer's CPU usage. Unfortunately I forgot to save my work when I got it to a place where I felt excited about what I had. With no going back, I started to see this technical error and my failure to save my work as a short coming of mine, that I was not musically inclined and should give up. I then tried to find some self-acceptance, moving forward with the imperfections and trying to record guitar and vocals on top of it the mix that I created anyway. I tend to write music extremely intuitively without much forethought or form, recording in the moment and then working through the artistic process of crafting a song as I go, starting with one instrument and adding more. I think of the kind of music and art that speaks to me, the songs where there are voice cracks and you can hear the background, the artist not removed or sterilized from their setting. This is the kind of imperfect music I make. I am in an art group where many people fear ruining a piece by over painting or drawing, adding layers that they believe might obfuscate or ruin a piece. Now, I am reflecting on the times that I added more layers to my work and the piece started to get muddy and less bright. Why is there not merit to that? Can we lean into music and sounds and art that repel yet intrigue us and be stimulated by them, too? My aim in creating music is to surprise myself by doing it, to see what comes out without much restraint. Going back through my music, I try to edit my work so that it is palatable for others' ears, but I will never escape my self-criticism or assumptions of how I think others will think about my work as I make it -even though the point is catharsis I restrain myself. What keeps me moving forward is knowing that there will always be more music to make and always more to revise, that what I can do is limited. It is in accepting those limitations where I'm able to find a temporary resolution in the dissonance. If I can continue to pull back from my feelings and question my assumptions about my own art making and what others think, I can continue to create. (at Prospect Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CVQP0cJLhzA/?utm_medium=tumblr

I quietly, unassumingly, accidentally (!) created an album of demos. I am shocked that I was able to passively create music in 2020, somewhat compulsively, as therapeutic practice. If you have resources or recommendations for self-recording, youtube vids, gear, virtual groups, dm me. I am sharing my music with you, it is h/ear!: @_starcard (My favorite song is even the sun can hurt you, if you're looking for a place to start.) ~:-) plz listen with care, go easy on me, let me know what you think! . . . . . . . . . #soundcloud #soundcloudmusic #guitaristsofinstagram #quarantinemusic #diy #diyrecording #noise #soundcloudartists #soundcloudplaylist #newmusic #pitchfork #spotify #newartist #music (at Brooklyn, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKrMWGfn_Eo/?igshid=8rldq23sqi0h

From a party reading, people asking "who is going to win" and "will we be okay?" Here's my prediction with Biden on the right & Trump on the left. These cards in the middle answer the question "Will we be okay?" and as I look at these cards again (for the 1,000th time since I've drawn them, trying to find the prediction, trying to find the right words, I see that some will be okay and others won't, which is more of a comment on who gets shot by cops and who dies of covid and who gets to walk free.) I do not see The Lovers as a good omen like some might, I see a chosen ignorance, a paradigm lacking in empathy. I see the privilege of few at the cost of many - the ills of capitalism and perceived democracy. (Tell me who gets to be free!) 10 of Swords reversed gives me hope that collectively there is healing and it's not with the assistance of our prescribed leaders but through personal resilience and perhaps mutual aid. The election itself may come down to the swing states (Wheel) and you can find a popular vote in that card, too... but (again, not so much a prediction than a current read of the state of things) I clearly see the 7 of Swords as a thief here, making a sloppy break from the blood on his tiny hands (can't carry all 7). I guess it's as good a time as any to say that if you support Trump because he's "not a politician" consider who you are hurting in the process... people of color, LGBTQ+, the disabled, children, veterans, immigrants, women, the elderly and our climate have all been persecuted by Trump and so many people have died unnecessarily because of white supremacy and COVID-19 under this administration (I hate to be preachy but I even have to say this, b/c I am, alas, from Ohio that great swing state.) The Wheel is a fickle friend but I'll take it to the 7 of Swords in this context. Your Tarot reader won't convince you to vote for Biden (or will they?) https://www.instagram.com/p/CHHAkT2HBMG/?igshid=433cha2e1wv2

can you read yourself in an empty room? throw some dice and see what sticks? look in the mirror, who's there now? 🌟 some people and places seen subtly in these pictures @queenofswordsbk for the haircut pre social distancing, @imaginary404 for encouraging my creations, @drummsonguitar for the weekly guitar lessons keeping me sane, @20sidedstore for the rad dice, @athenapronoia for turning me on to @thedeckofcharacter. thank you for the resources thank you thank you thank u 💘 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #tarot #tarotlessons #tarotcards #tarotreadings #tarotcardlessons #learntoreadtarot #tarotcardreadings #tarotcard #tarotdice #tarotreader #tarot #tarotreaders #3ofwands #riderwaitesmith #deckofcharacter https://www.instagram.com/p/B_YYMjBnhii/?igshid=1gnz5zb4dib69

Although digitally quiet, I'm very much here and giving Tarot readings at max capacity. Since social distancing a few weeks ago I started an exciting freelance tarot writing project and am sinking my head into that. I also got accepted to graduate school at Columbia University and am gathering what I need to make a decision about attending ~*virtually*~ this summer. I would be studying Psychology in Education, specifically Spirituality, Mind and Body. Though people see psychics and Tarot readers for MANY different reasons, some people don't have therapists and want one-off emotional support or extra support in between their therapy sessions, especially in times like these. This is a need I want to fill to the absolute best of my ability, offering readings that I can confidentially say are 1000% good for your mental health and wellness. I'd argue psychics are important now more than ever. Who else can you call at any time of day and tell or ask them anything? Thank the therapists and counselors, but don't forget the psychics doing the healing work in the shadows. Image from @separateselves ☄️ . . . . . . . . . . . . #tarotreadings #graduateschool #psychology #tarot #tarotcardreadings #psychic #psychicreadings #tarotcards #tarotreadersofinstagram #tarotcommunity #tarotreader #tarotonline #tarotethics #healing #healersjourney #healthyliving #wellness #wellnessjourney #tarotandhealth (at Brooklyn, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-Ybjb1HWs8/?igshid=1xbbsy2k6l593

I had crazy past life dreams and shape shifted across dimensions last night after getting this tattoo!! @body_spells is total magic!! Intuitive friends, here's the scoop - Sam and Angel have you choose one of their handmade Oracle cards at random and then give you a reading based off the card you pull. If it resonates, they will tattoo the card you chose and retire it from the deck so the card's just for you.🃏🌀 TY @birthdae and @humanrind for my new magical friend, I'm in love.🌹🐝🌈🌐 . . . . . . . . . . #tarot #oracletattoo #tarottattoo #psychictattoo #tarotcard #tarotcardreadings #tarotcardreader #brooklyntarotreader #tarotnyc #nyctarot #brooklyntarot #tarotcardreadings #tarotreading #tarotreadersofinstagram #tarotcommunity #tarotreader #oraclereading #oraclereadings #oracledecks #oraclecommunity #oraclecardreading #magictattoo #bodyspells #bodyspellsoracle #dreamreadings #pastlives (at Greenpoint, BK) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7j-Tbpnfol/?igshid=cum080h85z82

🎉 It's this Extraordinary Tarot reader's birthday! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Grace! Along with reading tarot at events, Grace coordinates a rad psychic residency program and org called @goldendomeschool and is attending a graduate program at Sarah Lawrence where she studies women's history AND the history of psychic workers! Follow @athenapronoia for amazing book recommendations and inter-dimensional psychic academic insight. 🧙🏻‍♀️📚🐝🌟 . . . . . . . . . #tarot #astrology #psychicreader #brooklyntarot #brooklyntarotreader #brooklynastrologer #brooklynastrology #tarotcardreadings #tarotreader #tarotcards #tarotreading #tarotreadersofinstagram #tarotcommunity #tarotonline #tarotreaders #tarotreadersnyc (at Magic Hour) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7VAKkwnh8h/?igshid=p934k5dqj25s

Before learning Tarot, I would read @officialbicyclecards on the school bus and when we got home from school my sister and I would dress up and pretend to be witches, making imaginary potions and trying to hypnotize each other. We also had Oracle decks growing up like Animal Medicine and Doreen Virtue's Angel Cards, so I got into cartomancy really really young, and I loved collecting rocks from metaphysical stores, burning incense, and tagging along to the Yoga classes my mom taught in the college towns I grew up around. I first started reading Tarot specifically around age 11 or 12, after finding a deck tucked away in my Mom's closet. I've read tarot for myself and others ever since. Even though I'm a Tarot reader and obviously love my work, modern day spirituality is rife with ethical problems. ✔️I don't believe in twin flames or one destiny. The idea of "past life karma" to try and justify or explain abusive relationships. "That's just the way it's meant to be" is a cop out. Abuse does not happen for a reason. ✔️A psychic told my young mother that I had a "heavy karmic load" and that my astrological chart suggested a tough life.. but I've created a pretty ideal situation for myself if you ask me! ✔️A reiki healer told me at age 8 that I had an alien in my foot, which totally freaked out. ✔️A psychic told me as a teenager that I would not do anything with music in my adult life (though I was a music writer, played bass guitar and sang in a band in college and continue to play and make music on my own). ☕️ I've received some pretty problematic readings, but I ultimately believe in the value of a good reading. I've had so many readings that have lifted my spirit and encouraged me onward when the readings I gave myself felt murky, or I wanted a second opinion, or I wanted to support my friends and community businesses. I love the readers I engage with online and in person who are doing honorable, honest work, providing a space for others' self reflection and deliberation... I see you! . . . #tarot #tarotcards #tarotreadings #tarotcardreadings #nyctarot #brooklyntarot #tarotreadingsnyc #tarotreadersofinstagram #tarotcommunity #tarotreader #traumainformedcare (at Wall Street) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7PW446nikD/?igshid=1t3hy0muza1zd

Stars & Dice! Thank you @athenapronoia for finding this in your grandma's basement and thinking about me... AHHHH it's a perfect tarot companion!! You can play tonight at Star Sign Night @sycamorebklyn 9pm - midnight. Draw some cards, roll some dice, let's see whatcha got!! :) . . . . . . . . . #tarot #tarotcards #tarotcardreadings #tarotcardreader #psychicreadings #tarotreading #tarotreadersofinstagram #tarotdice #dice #d8 #d&d #starsanddice #brooklyntarot #tarotreaderbrooklyn #psychicreadingsbrooklyn #extraordinarytarot #gamifyyourlife (at Brooklyn, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/B58EWExnT7Z/?igshid=1cisr6oc2zpb0

mantra: •grant me the resolve to finish through with my goals• aided by the 6 of pentacles at the altar• there comes a pivoting point in the 5 of pentacles (independence through discouragement, abandonment and sometimes illness) where we unlock the secret of the 6 of pentacles, when you realize you are no longer looking for acceptance from others but assistance with firmer boundaries and maybe even some contracts. ask your universe, your guides, your ancestors for help if you believe in them. ask those around you to support the goals and endeavors you fully believe in. and in kind throw your support to those that you believe in the way that you wish to be supported. what can you give to the world now that you are no longer worried about others might think of you? are there agreements you must make with others and yourself to follow through with a project or two? what can you offer to others? what can you share with the world now? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #writingprompts #prompts #journalprompts #tarotprompts #tarotreading #mantra #6ofpentacles #6ofcoins #6ofdiscs #tarotbrooklyn #brooklyntarot #brooklyntarotreader #nyctarotreader #tarotcardreadings #tarotcardreadingsnyc #tarotcardreadingsbrooklyn #5ofpentacles #altar #witch #candlemagic #manifestation #ritual #altarspace #tarot #tarotcards #mesquitetarot #tarotreading #tarotreadersofinstagram #tarotcommunity #tarotreader #extraordinarytarot (at Crown Heights, Brooklyn, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5Gt8O8Hn1D/?igshid=1pfqz6l9kdcbo

Hey, Chicaaaago!!!🌟I'm throwing cards this Sunday the 17th at Space Oddities (1007 N California Ave) from 12-4pm. $30 for 15 minutes $45 for 30 minutes $80 for 1 hour To reserve your spot, send a message to 💌 [email protected] or take your chances and walk in! I'm bringing tarot game boards 👾 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #tarot #tarotcards #tarotreadings #tarotcardreadings #chicagotarot #tarotreaderchicago #tarotreading #tarotreader #tarotcardreader #tarotcardreaderchicago #tarotreadings (at Chicago, Illinois) https://www.instagram.com/p/B45BP1XHLYc/?igshid=1nktagotgat8s

Thank you @rppresents for hosting Tarot at Parties last week! And there's another tarot workshop tonight with @meetupexperiences at a secret location. If you are interested in learning more about how tarot works and how you can read cards for yourself and others, I've been practicing and studying tarot for over 10 years and am an expert tarot translator! If you are interested in upcoming workshops or if you'd like to schedule 1:1 time to continue your intensive intuitive studies get in touch and we'll develop a tarot study program just for you! 👩‍🏫📚🃏 . . . . . . . . . . . . . #tarot #tarotcards #tarotreadings #tarotworkshops #tarotreading #tarotcardreading #brooklyntarot #nyctarot #tarotbrooklyn #tarotnyc #nyctarotreader #brooklyntarotreader #learntarot #tarotclasses #tarotstudy #tarotcardreader (at Gowanus, Brooklyn) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4u7ECtHi4J/?igshid=1779kydr3v79z

what's your psychic alignment? i'm neutral evil 😈🌀⚡️jk I'm 100% lawful good 🔑💕 CHICAGO! I'm reading next Sunday @5paceoddities DM to book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #tarot #tarotcards #tarotreader #tarotreadernyc #tarotreaderbrooklyn #tarotreaderchicago #tarotreadings #psychicreaders #tarotreading #psychicreading #psychicreader #tarotcommunity #tarotcardreading #brooklyntarot #chicagotarot (at Space Oddities) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4qFk8YnEz4/?igshid=dacdbyk5iad1

spent today recovering from the halloween tarot marathon weeks; thinking of all the stories people have shared with me, the parties where we fall in and out of love, sleep paralysis and ghosts, costumes and alter egos, collective consciousness and repetitive heartbreak. so here's to the lovers rvrsd, for when the party ends, for when the wine runs dry. for when we learn to gather the courage to tilt our hearts towards a vulnerable day where new boundaries can lay space for passion to burn again. we feel that desperation in the lovers rvrsd as we wait for the places and people to share our whole selves without resentment, shame or guilt, and until then, there's always an after party, always a deck of cards to draw from. . . . . . . . . . . . #sentimental #tarotreader #tarotreaders #nyc #brooklyntarot #nyctarot #tarotcardreadings #tarotcardreaders #tarotbrooklyn #tarotnyc #nyctarot #lovers #loversreversed #rws #riderwaitesmith #tarotcardreader #tarotreader #tarotreaderbrooklyn #tarotreadernyc #extraordinarytarot #gamifyyourlife (at Lovers) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4bb98lHuY9/?igshid=1wg9legxx44bo