A long-awaited Anna the artist summarized lore! We're joining the 2016 vs 2026 trend for another reason -- 2016 is the year I started making art. I didn't consider myself as the artsy kind before. So you can say I was a late bloomer! Like most people, I've lived so many different lives and story arcs these past few years so the 2016 vs 2026 reflection prompt was truly fun and nostalgic. In this episode, I also talk about recent life updates and the opening of another story arc for me. Exciting stuff and more realizations along the way. Enjoy!

This episode covers:

- 2016 artmaking origin story

- Evolutions on how I view artmaking 2016 vs 2020 vs 2026

- Changing relationship with how I identify as an artist

- 2026 life updates and pivots

- New January art collection, "A Piece of Kindness"

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About the host:

Anna Dominique Santos (she/they) is a queer visual artist, art workshop facilitator, therapeutic art life coach, energy worker, Reiki and Akashic Records Reading & Healing practitioner, and meditation teacher from Bulacan, Philippines. She is also the creator of the Creative Portal Empowerment™ healing modality - made by an artist-healer, for artists, creatives, and those who need some creative push in their lives. For Anna, creation is a sacred act. She is passionate about inspiring others to explore this sacredness in their own unique journeys. Weaving together her spiritual practice into her art practice, she believes in the power of keeping our dreams and imagination alive to shape a better world. You can check out her energy-infused artworks, meditative art & painting workshops, and book your energetic consultations through these platforms:

@artbyannadominiquesantos

https://artbyannadominiquesantos.com/