The ancient Aegean is abundant in art made by cultures that revered the Divine Feminine. From Crete to Çatalhöyük, these societies understood the power of art to perpetuate values of wellbeing through goddess imagery. Hundreds of thousands of years have not obscured the energy of these images. They continue to touch resonant qualities in ourselves.
“I think of mythology as the homeland of the muses, the inspirers of art, the inspirers of poetry. To see life as a poem and yourself participating in a poem is what the myth does for you.”
— Joseph Campbell
WHAT TO EXPECT
In Aegean Muse, we explore the Divine Feminine and cultivate it in our art, psyches, and cohort. Each class is uniquely curated with stories and exercises to reflect the group’s interests.
In Session 1, we explore humanity’s global and multi-millennia legacy of Godddess worship, expanding our understanding of our legacy and our possible future.
In Sessions 2 and 3, we feed our imaginations with images and myths of goddess and gods, old and new. Through slides, lectures, and inquiry we discover how our affinity for this material intuitively connects us to abiding and widespread lineages.
In Session 4, We explore the balancing effects of the Divine Feminine on society and individual neurobiology and recognize art as the portal through which this reawakening happens.
In Sessions 5 and 6, we build relationships with supportive divine feminine qualities in ourselves through psychological techniques including Jungian Active Imagination and Symbol Amplification.
We enjoy simple daily art practices, both private journaling/drawing time and collective projects, to offer playful creative outlets that concretize our revelations. From meditation to altar creation, masks to mono prints, students gain creative tools which allow them to build confidence, support their connection to the Divine Feminine, and participate in the evolution of this ancient tradition.
We end each day with a story, sitting in a circle and allowing our minds to open to the numinous as countless generations have done before.
The meaning behind myths goes from theoretical to embodied as students learn on site in Parikia, Paros where goddess figurines were plentiful 3,000 years ago. Experience the Aegean as a Goddess as you offer her an olive wreath (sacred to Athene) and swim in her crystalline waters.
LOGISTICS
Class is held from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a lunch hour. Students should bring a journal and preferred writing, drawing, or painting supplies. These supplies can be easily purchased at the art shop near the Aegean Center. Outings on the island will be scheduled as weather permits and students are encouraged to bring clothing for swimming and light hiking.
Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the program. We can offer recommendations for lodging in Air Bnbs or hotels upon request. Sessions are held in the Aegean Center’s beautiful Neo-classical school building, conveniently located for arrival to Parikia, Paros via ferry. Alternatively, the Paros airport is a shot 15 minute taxi ride from Parikia.
TUITION
€1200
To register or for inquiries, please visit the contact page.
Payment does not include lodging, food, and travel to Greece. Assistance in booking lodging is offered upon request.
TESTIMONIALS
“This class was a paradigm shifter. I hadn’t had much education about Goddesses and had also let my art practices go. But in the class, parts of me were awakened that had gone dormant or that I didn’t even realize existed. Keziah led the class with kindness, compassion, and joyful enthusiasm with a clear environment of inclusiveness. I had permission to explore both my psyche and creative process in new, powerful ways. I am so grateful to Keziah for this opportunity!”
“This experience was incredibly informative and my appreciation for Neolithic art has grown even deeper. Keziah is an exceptional teacher who embodies the qualities every educator should possess— empathy, patience, and clear communication. Her openness and understanding create a classroom atmosphere where you feel encouraged and supported, even when venturing into new mediums or unfamiliar topics. She has a unique ability to articulate complex ideas in a way that’s easy to grasp, making learning approachable for everyone. The artistic exercises encouraged us to express our ideas in unique ways and explore the material more deeply. I also appreciated the sharing sessions as they provided a wonderful opportunity to hear our diverse perspectives and insights. It fostered a sense of community and collaboration.”
“Keziah’s class provided a wonderful dive into Goddess history and storytelling. It was made personal through her skillful guidance into art activity and writing reflections. I thoroughly enjoyed Keziah’s ease with the material and the ways in which she brings her own meaning to the arduous emergence of the feminine energies on the world stage. Highly recommended!”
