I adore this time of year, when darkness sets in early and lingers in the morning, and our hearts are full of the longing and hope for new Light. This expectation, this knowing that Light is just around the corner, and our desire to celebrate and illuminate the night with sparkles and song...

Light Seekers and Light Bearers... From to left: Chris Burton, Janet Reid, Géraldine Deleuze, Freya Perry, Sabyne Alain, Tina DeFrenza Kasten‎, Rana Wilson‎, Jeni Fiske‎ and Sophie Kerdellant‎.

It's the night that makes fairy-lights beautiful. And fireworks. It's the night that makes the stars twinkle and turns the moon silver. When life seems deep and dark, I remember that the contrast allows me to appreciate the light, and lightness, more fully.

Inspired by Light in Nature... From top left: Claudia Lauro‎, Judy Groves‎, Margaret Cole, Sandy King‎, ‎Margaret Cole‎, Chris Burton‎, Géraldine Deleuze, D Loren Prince‎ and Julie Clay.

This is one of the foundations of my art, and life, and one of the key teachings of my online class Layers of Light. Which is why I am utterly delighted that we opened registration again at this time of the year when we most feel the need for light in our lives. Delighted that we are able to gather, as Light Seekers and Light Bearers, and shine that much more brightly together.

Landscapes and inner journeys... from top left: Sabyne Alain, Kelly Ludwin Rish‎, Carol Macdonald‎, Kelly Ludwin Rish, Sherri McCulloch‎, Sabyne Alain, Jan Bianchi‎, Alyssa Blais‎ and Ruth Packard‎

A little while ago, I shared some of the art from the classe's participants in THIS POST. Today, as our lovely tribe is growing with light and joy, I am delighted to share another glimpse of their magic and beauty!

And if you feel like joining us, we will be delighted to have you and will welcome you with open arms, and hearts.