There’s a part of each of us that longs to be fully seen, recognized, and understood. For some, this part might feel hidden, unpolished, or even complicated—a little like an outcast, a people-pleaser, an attention seeker, a risk-taker, or a critic. 

These archetypal aspects are what I call your flawed character and are often masked behind what we think is “acceptable” or “normal.”

But what if these shadowy parts of you are exactly what the world needs to see? Imagine having a conversation with the world where these hidden selves are invited to speak freely, and art becomes their language. Art has a unique power to bring these complex pieces of ourselves into light, offering the world something real, raw, and captivating.

Whether you paint, write, dance, photograph, build, or sing, your art form can give a voice to these archetypal parts of you. Allow them to express what words sometimes cannot, letting your creativity become a bridge between the shadow and the light. Through art, you might just find the freedom to let these aspects be seen, heard, and celebrated—not only by others but by yourself.

So, here’s the invitation: find your art form, embody your creative self, and start your authentic conversation with the world.

Art to Art, Elizabeth