Created to create art that honors and exalts the presence and love of God. Come, let's spread God's truth and love, and point all eyes toward Christ, together.
Art and your brain
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Hey Reader, The world is crazy sometimes. Between the non-stop news cycle and the general feeling that everything is moving at 100mph, it’s easy to feel a bit overwhelmed. But overall, I still believe there are always things to be inspired by. I hope you do, too. For example, lately I've been really interested this field called Neuroaesthetics, and it's motivating me to look at my own walls a little differently. I’m discovering something that I've always kinda "knew" — that our brains aren’t just "looking" at our environments, they are actively processing it. It turns out our environment, and especially our home, isn't neutral; it’s basically an external hard drive for our internal state. I'm getting a little nerdy here, but essentially, our environment is an active tool in either renewing our mind or draining it. "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." Romans 12:2 I just love the idea that art is more than just a luxury or a "nice-to-have" decoration; it can be a spiritual utility. I’m sharing this because I think we’ve all had those moments where we’re sitting in a room that feels "off" — maybe it’s cluttered, maybe it’s beige, or maybe it’s just empty—and we can’t figure out why we’re exhausted. I'll talk more about this is in my next email, but before I let you go today, I want to share something exciting with you! Starting next month, I'll be doing a monthly drawing to give away one signed fine art print to someone in this email community! You don't have to do a single thing to be entered into the drawing — since you're on the list, you're already in the running. Consider this my gift to you for being here. Until next time. With love, grace, and gratitude, P.S. If you want to find a piece that makes your brain sigh in relief and fills your heart with truth, you can browse my work here. |
Porschia Danielle art studio
Created to create art that honors and exalts the presence and love of God. Come, let's spread God's truth and love, and point all eyes toward Christ, together.
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