by Nate Long | Jul 10, 2024 | Illustration, Journey Work
In the quiet embrace of twilight, the world stands on the cusp of night and day, and Owl emerges as the herald of Truth. Its silent flight is a gentle reminder of the unseen, the unheard, and the often unacknowledged realities that dwell just beyond our perception....
by Nate Long | Jun 5, 2024 | Illustration, Journey Work
The Boss I believe that if I could only be in charge of my world I would be content and at peace. But the more I connect with my furry companion, I wonder, if happiness is the measure of superiority, who really is in charge around here? May I always remember to love...
by Nate Long | Dec 11, 2023 | Illustration, Journey Work
The Storyteller Spirit This celestial guide and teacher of storytelling is an archetype that has influenced cultures and belief systems throughout the world and history. And me. Thank you, great Storyteller, for your wisdom and teachings and for helping me craft the...
by Nate Long | Aug 1, 2023 | Illustration, Journey Work
In the Fabric of Alternate Embrace Fabric into which we were bornThreads of silk and soft gold holdCoddling with God’s breathA home upon infant skin Looming over and dressingHolding and protectingBlessings with potentialOwning the clothes we wear These robes...
by Nate Long | Mar 30, 2023 | Illustration, Journey Work
Cords We are all like the Spider building our web out beyond ourselves. Connecting the cords then cutting the cords then reconnecting and recutting. We reach out with longing to everyone and everything, hoping to catch a friendship or power or love or recognition. And...
by Nate Long | Feb 22, 2023 | Illustration, Journey Work
Talking to Myself I see myself sitting on a bench. It is late fall with wet snow on the ground. It is cool outside but the sun shines with a warmth. I am 21 and it is 1990. I am sitting here on a break from my college painting class. I am discovering and exploring how...
