Sacred Symbols
I received a wonderful message from Aerin back in February, who expressed deep excitement about adorning her growing belly with my sacred art. She was due to give birth in July, and it's never too early to reach out to me, especially during the summer months when my schedule tends to fill quickly.
It's such a privilege to create something meaningful for someone during such a special time in their life. She shared that she's particularly drawn to lace patterns, flowers, and abstract sacred symbols. Specifically, she mentioned feeling a strong connection to the lotus flower, which she sees as a symbol of birth and strength. Another important symbol was the hamsa for protection, and the unalome to honor this incredible journey.
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I've drawn unalomes many times, but it wasn't until I did some research that I truly understood their deeper meaning. The unalome is an ancient symbol that has been found in both Buddhist and Hindi scriptures and artwork. It has originated from ancient India though it's not exactly known how and when it first came to be. Learning about its origins and the spiritual journey it represents has given me a new appreciation for it.
It turns out the unalome is a really beautiful and profound symbol of strength and perseverance. It's meant to represent the journey of a human being, starting from birth and then spiraling through the various loops, twists, and turns that symbolize life's obstacles and challenges, before finally reaching enlightenment. I also discovered that the direction of the spiral can indicate male or female, which inspired me to incorporate one of each on the belly in my recent work, symbolizing a mother and father uniting to create a child.
When Aerin arrived for her session, I showed her my sketch, and she helped me see what was most important to her. This collaborative process not only makes the final artwork more special for the pregnant mama but also deeply rewarding for me as an artist.
For those interested in booking a henna session, appointments can be made by texting me at 303-345-1516 or by sending an email to SKB@SarahKateButterworth.com
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After Aerin had her henna session with me in late June, FionaRose, the talented photographer, took her out for a beautiful sunset photoshoot. Aerin, who is a first-time mama, was about one month away from her estimated due date at the time, and she was just radiating peace and beauty.
FionaRose did an absolutely incredible job of capturing Aerin's divine essence in the photographs. The images beautifully showcase not only Aerin's spirit but also the vibrant greens of early summer and the blooming flowers.
I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with FionaRose from time to time. Her work truly brings a special light to my art and complements it beautifully, and these photographs are a wonderful testament to that.
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Aerin’s testimonial:
“I feel so incredibly fortunate that my pregnant belly was adorned by your beautiful henna work. It was such a special part of this journey, and I had so much fun getting to know you during the session. The photos turned out gorgeous—thank you for capturing them so thoughtfully. It would truly be an honor to be part of one of your books someday. I’d be proud to share your work and tell others about this experience.
“I’m sending along a picture of the snake that slithered onto my hand—such a powerful symbol of rebirth, which feels deeply meaningful during this time of change. Having that energy with me as I am preparing for birth was so fitting. Thank you again for sharing your art and your spirit—it really meant a lot.”
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