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The Power of Compassion
A fragile kitten video evokes thoughts on human vulnerability, the innate power of compassion, and contrasts personal care with global chaos
ericafraaije
5 days ago2 min read
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Hardship Doesn’t Block Creativity—It Fuels It.
Erica Fraaije's 2024 installation, 'Stacked Boxes, ' features towering, asymmetrical structures leaning for support against a warm...
ericafraaije
Feb 83 min read
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Dressed Up, Spring on My Skin and transparent blouses
Embrace transparency, depth, and renewal. Shed layers, open your senses, and find clarity, creativity, and growth in every moment of spring.
ericafraaije
Jan 242 min read
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Glue, Scissors, the Art of Connection and Togetherness
Social media divides us into bubbles—we must push back by creating genuine connections and feeling comfortable while being vulnerable.
ericafraaije
Dec 25, 20243 min read
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New Year's Resolutions 2025 Challenge! Visualize your 2025- Do the exercise: Visualizing Through an Object as a Gateway to Memories- and inspire each other
Objects like books or furniture can unlock deep memories of joy or warmth. Choose one and relive a meaningful moment. Share your story!
ericafraaije
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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The business heart weave
"To thrive, we must weave-balance-relationships, fostering harmony and growth. Strong ties emerge when balance and trust intertwine."
ericafraaije
Dec 14, 20242 min read
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Describe Your Homeland or Design Your Future
What does homeland mean to you—Visualizing-your-ideal-sense-of-place-in-2025 #Belonging
ericafraaije
Dec 9, 20242 min read
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The Spiral of Growth: The Sea Shell of Self-Improvement
Growth is like a snail’s shell: a spiral of trying, reflecting, and beginning anew. What lessons has your journey taught you?
ericafraaije
Dec 4, 20242 min read
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the Promised Land
A heartfelt mosaic inspired by parenting and nature: the tireless work of birds in spring mirrors the journey of raising young children.
ericafraaije
Nov 26, 20242 min read
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How a dog, a Danish design, and a storm shaped unforgettable moments
In the image above, a small paper-mâché dog sits quietly before a vivid painting. This dog has a story—it was lovingly crafted by my...
ericafraaije
Nov 25, 20242 min read
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Balancing Criticism, Independence, and Creativity
**"Exploring artistic identity and growth, this post reflects on facing criticism, embracing independence, and forming a creative duo."**
ericafraaije
Nov 21, 20242 min read
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Not Every Story Needs a Stage, a DigitalAgeReflection
About the Oversharing Era: Not Every Story Needs a Stage
ericafraaije
Nov 15, 20241 min read
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Morality for Artists and Permission to Create
On Having a Living Body I have a body. People who haven't been born yet don’t; sometimes those we remember feel like they don’t either. A...
ericafraaije
Nov 11, 20242 min read
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Proteins, Purpose and Opportunities
Proteins may be microscopic, yet their complexity and function in our bodies are vast. When magnified, they resemble spaceships...
ericafraaije
Nov 8, 20241 min read
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The Power of Trust and Taking Risks, #TrustAndGrowth
power of risk My mother gave me space and was never afraid that I would get into trouble. She trusted me. But when I turned twenty, that...
ericafraaije
Nov 4, 20242 min read
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Nature as Our Guide: How Do We Adapt to Life's Unexpected Turns- about Art, Healing, Transformation, Creativity, Nature and Balance.
Art ties creativity, nature, and balance, offering reflection, transformation, nurturing family bonds while promoting personal growth.
ericafraaije
Oct 9, 20242 min read
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Gardens: Where Humans and Nature Meet
Gardens are where humans and nature connect—a blend of wild and cultivated, revealing our need to shape nature while finding peace in it.
ericafraaije
Oct 8, 20243 min read
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They Didn’t Miss the Mark: Finding Power in the Balance Between Strength and (self) Compassion
Self-compassion is key in both art and life. Just as gentle brushstrokes shape a painting, kindness can reshape our relationships.
ericafraaije
Oct 5, 20242 min read
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Nature’s Memories: Childhood Reflections Shaping Art
A fleeting glimpse of an adder, tangled ankles, and early memories—nature and childhood are shaping the foundation of my art today.
ericafraaije
Sep 28, 20242 min read
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Autumn and Reflection: Rest, Looking Back at Creativity (newsletter sept 2024)
This season, more than ever, I’m focusing on projects exploring this balance between rest and creativity. How do you balance your daily life
ericafraaije
Sep 26, 20241 min read
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