Embracing Uncertainty

Dimensions of Listening

A talk given at Omega Institute on June 15, 2023. In this talk, stewart Cubley explores: * The qualities of listening required in process painting * The various barriers of thinking that attempt to prevent our deepest expression * How to be with oneself in the act of painting * The meaning of darker moments when difficulties arise * The purpose of restriction and discouragement * The role of the facilitator in process painting

Nourish Podcast: An Interview with Kasia Krzoska

Kasia Krzoska, the founder of Nourish Podcast, interviews Stewart and explores the rich territory of process painting. * Defining & cultivating creativity * How what we “resist” may be the door to spiritual awakening * What “painting for process” vs. the product looks like * The process of navigating “unknowns” and creation - the parallels between painting and life * Tapping into and flowing with “energy” as your guide * Process painting as a tool for personal self discovery * Breaking patterns of perfectionism * Reframing “blocks” (writers blocks, creative blocks, etc.) * How the process of creativity can be beneficial to honing our nervous system and getting in touch with your inner child, your authentic self * How to balance the flow of intuition with the practicalities of building a business * Tapping into essentialism; how less might really be more

Beyond Painting For Process

Episode 38 - In this podcast, founder Stewart Cubley explains the Seven Principles of Process Painting as outlined in the online course, Introduction to Facilitating Process Arts, [https://www.processarts.com/portfolio-item/introduction-to-facilitating-process-arts/] and asks the question: Why paint for process at all?

You Have Everything You Need

Episode 37 - In this podcast, Stewart gives the opening talk at the Omega 2019 retreat. You'll hear his description of the work to first-time painters who are about to embark on a journey of self-discovery and internal exploration.

Embracing Uncertainty

Episode 36 - Why is it that when we finally embrace the uncertainty of process painting, we feel suddenly more connected to our intuitive creative flow? We usually view uncertainty as a weakness and an obstacle. But when we have the courage to embrace uncertainty by not having a plan, we find it easier to trust the revelation inherent in each moment.