Paganism and Nature Inspired Art Episode
- Midnight Starr
- 12 hours ago
- 7 min read
What it's All About:
Step into the vibrant intersection of spirituality and creativity with this deep look at Paganism and nature-inspired art. I’ll discuss why contemporary Pagan artists find their ultimate inspiration in the wilderness, nature’s cycles, and ancient myth. I’ll examine how Pagan symbols like the Green Man and the Triple Goddess become art in different forms, including painting, sculpture, and digital crafts. This episode offers a fresh appreciation for the visual expression of Pagan belief and the enduring power of the wild to inspire meaningful art.
In this conversation, I focus on the role of art as a spiritual practice. It’s a way to connect with the divine, honor the Earth, and express the ineffable elements of a nature-based path. I’ll offer practical ways you can bring Pagan art into your life, whether that’s supporting artists or just viewing the world with a more sacred eye. Tune in to see how honoring the natural world is, in itself, an act of creation.
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Transcript:
(03:59)
Welcome to another episode of the Music from the Goddess’ Vault Podcast. I am your host, Midnight Starr. You just heard Art by Derek Schmidt.
The topic of today’s show is all about Paganism and Nature Inspired Art.
Alright, now the stage is set, I want to turn it over to you!
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Now for the topic: Paganism and Nature Inspired Art. I know you have seen these types of art before in your local spiritual shop, like pieces with the Tree of Life or similar symbols within a natural setting. So how does nature inspire Pagan art? You're about to find out after you listen to Smoke Filled Pictures by Alexander James Adams.
(10:22)
Alright, let's start with a big question: Why is nature the absolute ultimate muse for Pagan artists?
The answer is simple: Pagan art is an active invocation.
Think about it this way. When an artist paints a forest, they’re not just painting scenery. They are performing a spiritual act. That canvas isn’t just a background. It’s a physical container for energy. The art acts as a vibrant invitation for nature's presence or a specific spirit to enter your living space.
This art also solves a major problem for our faith: how do you capture invisible time?
Paganism is all about cycles, and art makes those cycles visible. A depiction of the Moon Phases is much more than a pretty design. It’s a calendar that tracks the changing energy of the Goddess. A painting of a harvest isn't just a still life. It captures the sacred peak of abundance right before winter sets in, honoring the continuous cycle of life, death, and rebirth.
But the connection goes deeper than the image. It's in the materials themselves.
Many Pagan artists refuse to use synthetics. They are deliberate about their medium. When you see a piece carved from driftwood, that wood carries the history of the sea. When you see a painting made with plant-based dyes, it is literally grounded in the Earth's own body. The choice of material is a refusal to disconnect. It keeps the art directly rooted in its natural source.
So the next time you encounter Pagan art, I challenge you to look deeper. You aren’t just seeing a beautiful object. You are looking at a tangible connection to your primal, spiritual self. This art is a doorway to the wild, and it’s always open.
Now I am going to take a break so that you can listen to Daughter of Nature by Natalie Fee.
(15:21)
Time for another Spirit Guide of the Week.
This week we're going back to ancient Rome to talk about the goddess Minerva.
Minerva is the Roman version of the Greek Athena. She is the goddess of war, justice, and victory. She also the spirit of intellect, strategy and mental processes.
When it comes to Minerva being the goddess of warfare, it doesn't mean actual violence, but strategy. That same focus is why she is also the patroness of artisans and craftspeople.
She teaches us that true creative power requires wisdom first. She is one of the three great deities in the Capitoline Triad alongside Jupiter and Juno. Plus, as a virgin goddess, she is whole and complete in her own power.
Minerva is often depicted with her sacred owl, which is a symbol of deep, watchful knowledge. If you're starting a new project or feel lost in the creative process, invoke Minerva. She will bring the focus and clarity to your sacred work.
That is it for now. Stay tuned for another spirit guide of the week.
(19:42)
That was Jar with a song translated into English as “To War.”
I've talked about the mindset needed to create sacred art. Now, let's talk about the visual language artists use. I'm focusing on the key symbols. This segment is all about Decoding the Deities.
And why do we need to decode them? One of the reasons Pagan art is so necessary is that it helps us hold vast, complicated ideas. These Deities are those ideas. They are spiritual truths that can't be easily put into a single sentence. The symbols act like visual code.
Take, for example, the Green Man. He isn't just a face in the woods. He represents the untamed, wild, and sometimes messy masculinity of the forest. He is not a polite garden, but raw, boundless growth. It’s an entire personality you can grasp just by looking at the image.
Or look at the Triple Goddess. That single image visualizes the full, complex arc of feminine experience: Maiden, Mother, and Crone. It’s all captured in one powerful, unforgettable symbol. The art literally condenses a lifetime of wisdom.
So, how can you interact with this art in a deeper way? It begins with a direct takeaway. You have to train yourself to view the world with a sacred eye.
I challenge you to start looking for the patterns that inspired these ancient symbols. Seek out the divine geometry that Pagan artists capture. Find the spiraling patterns of seeds in the center of a sunflower, or the sacred, radial design woven into a spiderweb. When you see these patterns in nature, you are echoing the very art you hang on your wall.
Finally, let's talk about supporting the artists who create this visual language. When you buy a piece of Pagan art, you aren't just decorating your home. You are contributing to a sacred temple and archive.
Purchasing art ensures this specific, visual language, which has often been marginalized, not only survives, but thrives and grows. You help keep these ancient symbols relevant and alive in the modern world, making them accessible for the next generation. It’s a direct action to build the future of our faith.
That connection between the symbols and the wild heart of nature is what inspires so many musicians. Now let’s get to some more music. How about Green Man by Magicfolk.
(25:17)
Here's another dream symbol to interpret.
There is only one this week, and it is the Bed.
When you dream of a bed, it often represents a message about your private self or an awakening of your sexual identity.
If you dream of sleeping in your own bed, it signifies mental restoration and a feeling of safety.
Dreaming of waking up in a different or unknown bed might be warning you about the fallout of recent choices.
A made bed in a dream symbolizes stability.
If the bed is unmade in a dream, it indicates that secrets are about to be revealed.
If you are actively looking for a bed in your dream, it suggests you have difficulty accepting your inner, intimate self.
The experience of being lifted from your bed in a dream suggests you feel isolated and powerless over your surroundings.
And, if you dream that your parents are buying you a new bed, it means to slow down.
If you want a dream symbol to interpret and maybe have a dream symbol featured, I will mention the contact information at the end of this show. So keep dreaming.
(32:09)
That was a Moon and the Nightspirit with a song that is translated to men “Sleeping Within”.
Alright, that is all the time we have for today. I'm Midnight Starr, and thank you so much for hanging out with me!
But before you go, I need your help: What topics, spirit guides, or dream symbols are you curious about for a future show? Drop me a line because your insights mean the world to me!
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Now, let’s say goodbye with a little music. Up next is We Won’t Sleep Tonight by Crow Women.
Blessed Be.
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