Milo, Author at Milostate

Artist Statement My art is an ever-evolving journey—a continuous exploration that I’ve been immersed in for many years. Rooted in Jungian psychology, Greek mythology, and Buddhist philosophy, my work delves into the depths of the psyche, embracing the concepts of impermanence and imperfection. It’s less about reaching a final destination and more about the process […]

Hybrid Abstraction

Hybrid Abstraction Hybrid Abstraction Self Reflection I’ve been working on this piece for many years, just as I do with most of my work. It is never finished and always evolving… “Hybrid Abstraction” is an old, ever transforming piece crafted from deep layers of resin and oil paint. I like to think that it transcends […]

Emptiness & Imagination

The Intersection of Buddhist Śūnyatā and Jungian Active Imagination

Two Pictures Half Head

Cast in resin, carved in stone; Free of pain and broken bone.

Understanding Active Imagination – Free Artist’s Guide

Harnessing the subconscious for deeper creative expression.

Interplay of Active Imagination & Daimon in Creativity: A Jungian Perspective

Harnessing the subconscious for deeper creative expression.

Breathe Life into Your Artwork Through Active Imagination

Redefining Success in Art Creating a successful painting is often misconceived as needing a brilliant concept, innate talent, well-planned composition, or high-quality materials. However, this perspective is somewhat limited. True success in art can’t be measured solely by sales figures or popular acclaim. To confine success to these parameters is to overlook the deeper essence […]

Calgary At Night

Calgary at Night. Calgary At Night In Calgary’s heart, where prairies end and mountains rise, A city’s pulse beats under wide Alberta skies. A paradox in concrete, glass, and wild open space, Where nature’s tranquil beauty meets the urban race. A city of contrasts, where light and shadow blend, Calgary, a riddle, where beginnings meet […]