Imagine: It is 3:30 on an early summer afternoon. The light is soft. The air is fresh. Insects chirp. A child rests. She feels at peace with the gentle scents and sounds of the afternoon. Peace comes in greens and blues and violet.
Stephanie loves what she does. She helps people thrive*. She is assembling 30 volunteers to be honored in colorful atmospheric and emotionally saturated portraits. Everyone that has experienced adversity is invited to participate. Each participant will be represented in a abstract portrait triptych (a set of 3 artworks intended to be displayed together). The triptych panels are in 3 sizes to symbolize growth in self-awareness, understanding, and healing.
Portraits will be derived from your memory, or imagined state, of safety. You will share scents, colors, sounds, objects, physical sensations, memories, or images representing your preferred state of being. The artwork is a physical and visual reminder of the best in you and your potential. It is a tool to foster appreciation; you are part of a community and you have the power and capacity to thrive.
Gifting is an essential element of the 3:30 project. There is power in a gift; it acknowledges self-worth, social connection, and caring. Gifts say “I see you. I hear you.” You will receive a stand-alone portrait, representing personal power and agency, and be invited to title your artworks. Stephanie will ensure participant privacy is safe and secure - you share only what you want and she shares only what you want.
The triptychs will be exhibited publicly in galleries and alternative venues: medical and community service providers, rehabilitation facilities, and shelters. A percentage of the profits from 3:30 sales will be donated to charities that provide health, recovery, and allied and complementary healing services and mentoring, training, and advocacy programs.
Stephanie loves what she does. She helps people thrive*. She is assembling 30 volunteers to be honored in colorful atmospheric and emotionally saturated portraits. Everyone that has experienced adversity is invited to participate. Each participant will be represented in a abstract portrait triptych (a set of 3 artworks intended to be displayed together). The triptych panels are in 3 sizes to symbolize growth in self-awareness, understanding, and healing.
Portraits will be derived from your memory, or imagined state, of safety. You will share scents, colors, sounds, objects, physical sensations, memories, or images representing your preferred state of being. The artwork is a physical and visual reminder of the best in you and your potential. It is a tool to foster appreciation; you are part of a community and you have the power and capacity to thrive.
Gifting is an essential element of the 3:30 project. There is power in a gift; it acknowledges self-worth, social connection, and caring. Gifts say “I see you. I hear you.” You will receive a stand-alone portrait, representing personal power and agency, and be invited to title your artworks. Stephanie will ensure participant privacy is safe and secure - you share only what you want and she shares only what you want.
The triptychs will be exhibited publicly in galleries and alternative venues: medical and community service providers, rehabilitation facilities, and shelters. A percentage of the profits from 3:30 sales will be donated to charities that provide health, recovery, and allied and complementary healing services and mentoring, training, and advocacy programs.
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A Hidden Haiku Morning fog. Cool. Grey. Promise burns beyond the veil. Breathing. Rising. Strong. |
* Hi. This is Steph. I'm not a therapist, and don't pretend to be one. I am a fellow survivor hoping to support you in your efforts to heal and thrive. If you are Struggling., Despondent, Despairing., please seek professional help. You do NOT have to suffer. Your family physician or licensed counselor may be a good place to start.
There are a lot of helpful resources out there - the links below aren't intended as an endorsement of any particular organization or healing methodology. I offer them as an invitation to research and find what will work for you.
If you are in immediate danger, please call 911. You may also find helpful resources through the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
There are a lot of helpful resources out there - the links below aren't intended as an endorsement of any particular organization or healing methodology. I offer them as an invitation to research and find what will work for you.
If you are in immediate danger, please call 911. You may also find helpful resources through the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
© 2017 Stephanie Gwen Kossmann
Stephanie Kossmann retains the copyrights to her artwork and all images thereof. Collectors may photograph their artwork for insurance or estate planning purposes. Please contact Stephanie to request permission prior to using images for any other purposes.
Stephanie Kossmann retains the copyrights to her artwork and all images thereof. Collectors may photograph their artwork for insurance or estate planning purposes. Please contact Stephanie to request permission prior to using images for any other purposes.