Join Aaron Jack of Aaron Jack Arts for an intimate creative conversation and studio visit with Prague-based artist Andrea (Andrea Circles). From her studio located in a historic monastery, Andrea shares her profound connection to creativity, the evolution of her gestural painting style, and her work in art therapy.In this episode, we dive deep into how motherhood transformed her artistic voice, the meditative power of daily calligraphy, and her groundbreaking project "Traces of the Unseen," which explores trauma through calligraphy on the human body.🎨 In this video, we discuss:The necessity of creativity as a life force.The transition from heavy academic oil painting to fluid mixed media.A guided tour of her latest works and "dreamscape" paintings.How art therapy helps uncover the "authentic self."Upcoming international residencies and live painting performances.🕒 Timestamps:[00:00] - Introduction to Creative Conversations with Aaron Jack.[02:27] - Why Andrea can't live without creativity.[04:18] - The role of daily calligraphy as a meditative practice.[06:08] - Studio Tour: "Maybe you can touch the sky" & early gestural works.[08:39] - Exploring the Black Canvases from the India residency.[11:08] - Evolution of Style: How motherhood brought lightness to her work.[15:44] - Tapping into freedom and the "flow state."[21:43] - Painting Spotlight: "Look for me, I’ll be in the garden."[24:50] - How the city of Prague inspires "dreamscape" paintings.[31:49] - Connecting art with psychology and art therapy.[38:12] - Japanese-style calligraphy and the use of gold particles.[43:32] - "Traces of the Unseen": Calligraphy on the body and healing trauma.[51:41] - Why not painting is just as important as the act itself.[54:16] - Collaborative performances and upcoming exhibitions in Prague.[56:38] - Final thoughts: "Art heals and art connects us."🌟 About the Guest: Andrea CirclesAndrea is a "soul painter" and art therapist based in Prague, Czech Republic. Her work focuses on inner landscapes, movement, and the connection between the conscious and unconscious mind. She hosts art and yoga retreats globally and performs live painting improvisations.Follow Andrea:www.instagram.com/andreacircles🔔 About Aaron Jack ArtsAaron Jack is an artist and interviewer who has hosted over 200 conversations with creatives and cultural leaders.Subscribe for more artist interviews: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@aaronjackarts#ArtInterview #CreativeProcess #AndreaCircles #ArtTherapy #StudioVisit #AbstractArt #Calligraphy #ArtistTalk #AaronJackArts