Card for today is NIGHT SKY - soul journey This card reminds us that like the night sky, our journey in this life time is vast and unfathomable in it's entirety. It is like a map showing us where we have come from and the many directions we can take in the future. The night sky links us to our ancestors, both those who have come before us and those who are still to come and holds within it's tiny stars a map to our own souls dots lifetimes so to speak. If your feeling lost or unsure what direction to take in your life, take a moment to stand outside in the dark of night and gaze up to the stars and listen to what your soul has to tell you. Taking an interest in the ancient stories connected to the different star constellations that are visible around you will also help you connect with ancient knowledge and wisdoms which is like food for the soul. #nightsky #dreamtimereadingcards #naturereading #laurabowen #laurabowensart #Dotswithfeathers #stars #oraclecard #rockpoolpublishing #nature #naturereading101

All of these ORIGINAL art works are for sale on my website. They are all my standard A5 size, and come un framed. All are acrylics on water colour paper and were dotted with bird feathers. These are the next collection to be added. ( I am such a hoarder. I thought I would just keep them all but to have them packed away in folders doesn't bring me the happiness that knowing they were being loved while hanging in a forever home would.) Its time for me to let go. #artist #dotswithfeathers #dot #aboriginalartist #nature #naturereader #naturesmessengers #laurabowen #laurabowensart

Today's card - LIGHTNING Lighting is associated with sudden and unexpected change. When a storm hits the sky darkens, the wind blows and often with the afternoon thunderstorms on Australia there can bring with them thunder, lightning, hail and damaging winds. Sometimes we hang so strongly to things that no longer serve us and that are actually keeping us from following our true path. The storm with it's chaos brings us a catalyst for change. When lightening strikes it illuminates the landscape of our lives so we can clearly see debris and also where to shelter when life gets a little crazy. Expect to be surprised, unexpected meetings. Opportunities or revelations. When lightening strikes, things are about to look and feel very different in your world.#dreamtimereadingcards #dotswithfeathers #oraclecard #coffeeandcards #dailydraw #cards #naturereading #lightning #seasons #thunderstorms

Today's Card is MAGPIE Although there are many ways that we can communicate, the magpie represents the power of our spoken word. Often we are reminded that words have power and one of the most destructive things we can do is to use our words to hurt others. Whether we are talking directly to them or about them to others, we need to be mindful of our words and their intention. Speak gently, passionately, honestly. Use you words to encourage, to inspire, to share your knowledge and to make a stand about things that are worthy of your passion and conviction. Most importantly listen. Let others speak and truly listen to what the are saying, allowing communication to be a reciprocal process. #dreamtimereadingcards #laurabowen #magpie #words #speak #dotart #dotswithfeathers #oracle #naturereader #naturereading #naturesmessengers #birds

Today's card is GUM BLOSSOM - Contentment. The gums often blossom after a period of harshness and are a reminder to enjoy the goodness and the sweetness of life when you can. Sometimes, rather than count our blessing and enjoy periods of calmness and ease, instead we start to become anxious and wonder when something may go wrong and the "what if's" Instead, you are encourage today to feel content. Be happy with all you have achieved and allow yourself to enjoy the happy moments while they transpire. What reasons do you have today to smile? #dreamtimereadingcards #gumblossoms #laurabowen #dotswithfeathers #crystals #success #contentment #author #artist

This is a progress shot from the creation of my Saltwater reading cards last year. This image became the artwork for my penguin card. #penguins #saltwaterreadingcards #artist #laurabowen #australian #saltwater #ocean #artwork #dotswithfeathers

Today's coffee and card - JELLYFISH which is all about transparency. It is a reminder to be honest and open about our motives with not just others but ourselves. What is it your hoping to achieve and how are your actions and words focused around that? The jellyfish reminds us that sometimes there can be a very real sting associated with transparency especially when you realise that our motives may not be as well intentioned as we thought they were. Jellyfish encourages us to be truthful, even when the truth hurts and to be open and honest with those around us.. Actions and motives will become very transparent to others when jelly fish appears so do not try to hide or lie about things simply to keep the peace. #saltwaterreadingcards #saltwater #jellyfish #ocean #laurajbowen #dotart #coffeeandcards #oraclecards #dailyguidance #artistsoninsta #dotswithfeathers #rockpoolpublishing

Here are some of my wooden art accessories from a few years ago. Thinking of doing some more this month? What do you think? #dotswithfeathers #artistsoninsta #artwork #dotart #laurajbowen