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The Persistent Little Witch
Sat, Sep 19, 2009
Artwork~Evening Magick Spell by Ron Byrum at www.ronbyrum.com~All Rights Reserved~Copyrighted 2009
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Life Everlasting
Fri, Sep 18, 2009
I sat before the fireplace, sipping on a rum punch enjoying the quiet solitude within the Darkened walls of the stately mansion on Grant Street. My thoughts turned to the weeks before his death. He'd died amongst rumors of witchcraft and hedonistic rites being performed within our garden walls. His character tarnished, leaving me shunned by the high society of the city.....
The Witches Cauldron
Wed, Sep 16, 2009
"When one sees a picture of a Witch, she is usually depicted with either a cauldron or besom or both, as there is much association between a Witch and her cauldron. In the Wiccan tradition, the cup/chalice is considered a Witche’s tool and even in the Great Rite, it is said "so the cup is to the female" but it is the cauldron that is the true womb of the Goddess...." Artwork by Ron Byrum~All Rights Reserved. Copyrighted 2009 www.ronbyrum.com
Samhain in the Shadow of Halloween
Wed, Sep 16, 2009
"You can hear it in the evening as the wind softly blows the branches of the trees to release a melody from the Goddess' own wind chimes. There is a mystical sensation felt as the air becomes crisp and we notice that first sweet aroma of smoke flowing on the breeze. Autumn is here; that season of the year between summer and winter, lasting from the autumnal equinox to the winter solstice...."
The Crone Goddess
Sat, Sep 12, 2009
Bony Old Crone A-sittin’ alone A-stirrin’ Her cauldron And makin’ a moan.....
Beautiful and Fun Halloween Crafts
Sat, Sep 12, 2009
Turn an ordinary foliage wreath into a fun and creepy Halloween decoration with the addition of black spray paint and a few embellishments; what about a creepy, fruity centerpiece? Here are some Beautiful, fun and easy crafts to help decorate your home for the Halloween and Samhain season~
Pooka Pages~Mystical, Magickal Art for Children and Adults Alike~
Mon, Jun 01, 2009
How wonderful it is to meet those you have admired for so long. It's a wonderful gift!~
WishCratfing Debut~
Mon, Jun 01, 2009
"Sometimes mistaken for it's elder sister, WitchCraft, WishCraft is an entirely different child. WishCraft is not lesser, but other than the craft of the Witch in that WitchCraft requires knowledge, skill and tools (to name the most basic of requirements). "
Celebrating One Year Of Art and Fantasy
Mon, Jun 01, 2009
Let's take a walk down memory lane and visit some of the Artists that gave the honor of allowing me to feature them in Ye Olde Witches Brew over the last year!~
Magick Wand Working Theory
Mon, Jun 01, 2009
"The more energy you run through your wand, the clearer it stays, and the more energy it can run. A wand that has been resting for a while can always benefit from a potentiation "tune-up" before being applied to a magical task."
Playing With Fire: The History of Firedancing
Sun, Mar 01, 2009
Who says you shouldn't play with fire? Take a walk through the history, beauty and excitement of Firedancing
The Forbidden Dance
Sun, Mar 01, 2009
"Today many Middle Eastern countries forbid women to perform the dance. During the 1950's, bellydancing was declared illegal in Egypt. After a popular uprising ensued, the government repealed the ban with one condition -- that dancers no longer show their stomachs. (That law still remains in effect.) .."
History of the Maypole Dance
Sun, Mar 01, 2009
"The May Dance of ancient origin, as it dates back to the dancing at the "Feast of Flora." Flora was the goddess of flowers, and festivals in her honor were held the last of April and the first of May (as in Robin Hoods Day). Originally, In celebrating the rites of Spring, the girls entering womanhood would be gathered up and allowed to participate in the making of the Maypole and its dances."
The Mythology of The Green Man
Sun, Mar 01, 2009
All Credits for Song, Article and Photograph Listed Below Article~ All Rights Reserved for Individual Parties~Copyright 2009~
An Evening With Deepak Chopra at Unity Village 11/17/08
Mon, Dec 01, 2008
"You may be wondering how all of this information which centers around Jesus Christ is befitting “Ye Olde Witches’ Brew” magazine and the Pagan or Wiccan spirituality to which many of us subscribe. To listen to Dr. Chopra is to learn that all spirituality is intertwined. As an organization which focuses on spirituality rather than religion, Unity Village is the perfect setting for increasing one’s knowledge of the Godliness within all of us."
The Yule Tree
Mon, Dec 01, 2008
"The trees we decorate now with symbols of our perfect worlds actually animate what we esteem and what we hope for in the coming year; as from this night, the light returns, reborn."
Where Whimsy and Magick Meet~The Art of Sue Miller
Mon, Dec 01, 2008
Georges Braque once said." There is only one valuable thing in art; the thing you can not explain."And here is the essence of Sue Miller's art. The timelessness of eternity, beyond and outside time. That mysterious ingredient of creativity which stands entirely apart from style. Sue literally/ burns from inspiration and always has. Art is her life and life is her art.
Christmas in Scandinavia: The Scandinavian Christmas Traditions
Mon, Dec 01, 2008
While they may share some seasonal customs, all Scandinavian countries have individual beliefs and their own unique ways of celebrating the holidays. Let's take a look at each country~
Yule~Winter Solstice
Mon, Dec 01, 2008
"The ancient explanation for the disappearance of the sun each fall, followed by its reappearance after the Solstice ,was as follows. It seems that an immortal goddess gave birth to a new sun god at the last Solstice. As the infant sun god slowly grew in size and strength, the sun returned north and the days slowly became longer and warmer."
Keeping The Beautiful Anicent Art of Pen and Ink Alive With Sabrina The Ink Witch
Fri, Nov 21, 2008
Come take a walk with me into the world of Sabrina The Ink Witch. Keeping this ancient art form alive with her beautiful Pagan and Fantasy Artwork.
Sisters of The Craft~In More Ways Than One~
Mon, Sep 01, 2008
Merely a Dream Art Studio ... for a dream dreamt alone is merely a dream
~Coffins,Spiders, and Ghouls, Oh, My!....At a Wedding?!~
Mon, Sep 01, 2008
Make a solemn vow to frighten your friends with a haunted wedding reception party theme. This creepy get-together gently pokes fun at tradition by putting an ominous spin on wedding customs. Artwork done by Sue Miller~All Rights Reserved 2008~All Artwork is Copyrighted and can not be reprinted for any reason without expressed permission from the Artist herself. You can find all of Sue Miller's Artwork by visiting www.suemillerart.com
Fairytales and Witches~My Interview with JM Leotti~
Mon, Sep 01, 2008
"Imagination is that place, that moment before creativity, where anything is possible. It's a place where dreams form out of nothing, out of everything, and coalesce into reality, born of the artist's hand. This is the place where I live, work and play. So follow me into the path of light. Step into the realm of Faerie Moon Dream!"~JM Leotti
The History of Samhain/Halloween
Mon, Sep 01, 2008
"This Celtic festival was observed at a time the people called Samhain...the largest and most significant holiday of the year...also commonly referred to as "All Hollows" Eve. The Celts lived approximately 2,000 years ago in the areas now known as Ireland, the United Kingdom and Northern France. It was believed that at the time of Samhain,...." This Article Can be Seen Along With a Wealth of Information at www.novareinna.com ~All Rights Reserved~All Articles are the Copyright of the Author and can not be reproduced without the Expressed Permission from the Author!~ Artwork by Ron Byrum www.ronbyrum.com ~All Rights Reserved~
You Call it the Autumn Equinox, We Call it Mabon
Mon, Sep 01, 2008
Spring scarce had greener fields to show than these Of mid September; through the still warm noon The rivulets ripple forth a gladder tune Than ever in the summer; from the trees Dusk-green, and murmuring inward melodies, No leaf drops yet; only our evenings swoon In pallid skies more suddenly, and the moon Finds motionless white mists out on the leas. Edward Dowden, In September *All Rights Reserved* This Article Can Not Be Reproduced Without Expressed Permission from the Author!~ Artwork~Artist Unknown~
Lughnassadh~The First Festival of Fruits~
Sun, Jun 01, 2008
The Lughnassadh Sabbat is a time to celebrate the first of three harvest celebrations (Mabon and Samhain being the other two) in the Craft. It marks the middle of summer... "Within the Woods" Art Print by Jane Starr Weils...All of her Artwork can be seen by visiting her website at www.janestarrweils.com
Gaia:Greek Goddess of Earth
Sun, Jun 01, 2008
Gaia, Greek Goddess of Earth: Gaia, more frequently called Ge was the Earth...This article was researched and written by Ailia Athena and with her sharp wit and humor she tells the story of Creation in her own unique style. Gaia, by Oberon Zell.
The History and Charm of Paper Dolls
Sun, Jun 01, 2008
Collecting paper dolls is fun! Whether a collector is attracted to fashions, personalities, modern characters or animal dolls, there are paper dolls for every type of collector. Paper dolls can be collected very inexpensively-- Artwork by Lori Craig-Gaddis~You can find more Pagan Paper Dolls by Visiting http://www.elsieandpooka.com/paper_dolls.htm
The Magickal Art of Ron and Sherry Byrum
Sun, Jun 01, 2008
As Quoted from the Author..."Your work truly expresses how I feel on the inside when it comes to my path...no one has ever made me "feel" and to me that means everything...it's rare to find an artist who can bring to life feelings that only come from within...That's what your Artwork does for me." Welcome to The Magickal World of Ron and Sherry Byrum~
