In this episode of the Enchanted Earth Podcast, Maureen welcomes special guest Laurence Winram, a Scottish land artist known for his deeply meditative and nature-inspired pieces. The conversation explores Laurence's journey into the world of land art, his connection to nature, and how these experiences have shaped his soul's path. Laurence shares poignant stories from his childhood, the importance of non-attachment, and how his art contributes to a deeper understanding and appreciation of the natural world. Dive into a fascinating discussion about the intersections of art, spirituality, and the profound beauty of the natural environment.

00:00 Discovering a New World

00:57 Welcome to the Enchanted Earth Podcast

01:18 Laurence Winram: A Journey into Land Art

04:17 Childhood Memories and Nature's Magic

11:44 The Impact of Nature on Life and Art

19:50 The Joy of Creating Land Art

23:18 Immersed in Nature's Process

24:11 The Playful Robin and Lessons in Non-Attachment

26:51 Sacred Sites and Their Energies

28:49 Creating Art in Magical Places

32:03 The Perfection and Imperfection of Land Art

34:08 Collaborative Art and Embracing the Process

40:57 Encouraging Creativity and Letting Go

43:27 Conclusion and Invitation to Listeners

About Laurence Winram  

Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, Laurence Winram has spent his 30 year career working as a fine art and commercial photographer. Having always been drawn to all forms of art he visited the 2018 European Stone Stacking Championships in Dunbar. From that day onward he became hooked on the meditative benefits of creating land art. Since 2018 Laurence has become one of the directors of the European Land Art Festival (ELAF) in Dunbar. In 2022 he won the overall artistic award at the Llano Earth Art Festival in Texas.

In the last few years Laurence’s work has become primarily ground based, usually centred on repeating mandala or fractal like patterns created on beaches or forests. Recently he began working on animations where his experience as a photographer serves him well. The practice of creating land art has had a profound effect on his well-being and worldview.

In 2022 he began running land art workshops with adults and school children.

His work can be found on social media.

Instagram@ShapedNature

Facebook @ShapedNature

TikTok @shapednature

About Maureen Calamia
Maureen Calamia has been a seeker all her life, tapping into the magic of nature, dreams, and consciousness to unearth truths of our ancient connection to heaven and earth. A teacher, author, and podcaster, she shares stories of greater meaning, purpose, and resonance with all of nature’s beings. Founded the Luminous Spaces School with online courses in feng shui, earth energy healing, biophilic design, and nature spirituality. Maureen offers private mentoring to those seeking self-discovery support. Her newest book, The Enchanted Earth: Embracing the Power of Nature to Discover the Wild in You (Mango, 2024), is available wherever online books are sold.

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