Artcast for Aug 30 -Sept 5, 2026

Smoky Mountains, Tennessee

Hi All,

The artist this week is Mother Nature.  It is National Park Week.  So, I wanted to highlight just a few of the 63 National Parks in the US.

Your pondering: Go support a park near you.

Solar System highlights for the next two weeks

We just finished eclipse season, and we have a nice two week breather to recover.

EXTRA

*If you want a more in-depth look into the planets and tarot elements and how they affect you, you can get those with the yearly AstroTarot reading or if you sign up for your personalized monthly New Moon readings.  Virgo, this is a perfect time to get that Astrological Tarot Reading for your coming year.  And Pisces, it is your halfway mark for your birth year, so if you need a Planetary Reading for a check-in, now is the time.

**** I have a tip jar if you want to leave a gratuity.

May light be on you, around you, and within you.

Nina Fox-B

**Reading from Wisdom Oracle by Colette Baron-Reid

 

Aries
General Sherman Tree in Sequoia National Park, California

Chop Wood – The Muse of Everyday is your helper these two weeks ahead.  They come at a time when big dreams and ideas need to lay dormant, so you can pay attention to the simple chores and check off some items are your to-do list.  Think of it as a time to prune so that new blooms have space and energy to grow.

 

Taurus
Montezuma Castle, Arizona

No Place Like Home – The Muse of Home comes when you need to turn inward.  To reconnect with your body, who you are, and the external representation of home.  So, this is a good time for pampering your body, authenticating and connecting with your power, and spending some time at home being cozy.  Doing so will further establish the feelings of safety and security in places you inhabit.

 

Gemini
Haleakalā National Park, Hawaii

Unfinished Symphony – The Muse of Loose Ends comes when you need to complete a cycle or project.  Before you move forward it is important that you clean up your proverbial desk. This can look as simple as cleaning out your inbox, doing a psychological closure on a relationship, or putting away your laundry.  The challenge is making the closure that lands on a high note.

 

Cancerian
Wonder Lake in Denali National Park, Alaska

The Tribe – It’s time to peek out of your shell. The Muse of Connection comes when you need to expand your peeps.  Part of the issue is you need to feel as if you matter.  Membership in a group helps with the sense of belonging and purpose.  Whether you are simple showing up, contributing or leading, your presence is an important contribution.

 

Leo 

Fork in the Road – The Muse of Pathways comes when you need to (re)commit to a path.  This muse asks you, “Who are you and what do you need to believe in order to live a life in prosperity and where your soul sings.”  The keys are answering with integrity and then realizing that abundance already surrounds you.  The universe does not usually pave any road in gold, but it does pave the road if you believe in your choices, work towards your goals and truly enjoy the journey.

 

Virgo 
Mount Rainer National Park, Washington

Milk and Honey – The Muse of Presence comes when you are entering a sweet spot in life.  This time is a needed interlude in your journey.  For the next few weeks she advises wearing the world as loose garment, not wanting or grasping but just allowing what is to be.  For your needs are being met for where you are at this moment.  She reminds; you are a unique expression of the divine so let your ego can take this time to rest.

 

Libra  
Glacier National Park, Montana

A Leg Up – The Muse of Interdependence comes when it is time to stop going it alone.  People are showing up in your life to give you support.  The challenge is accepting aid so freely given.  This can be someone helping you load your groceries, allowing yourself to vent to a friend, or sharing chores.  The key is realizing that teamwork and independence can comingle and produce some lovely miracles and a much needed connection.

 

Scorpio
Biscayne Bay, Florida

Treasure Island – The Muse of Attraction is in your corner for the coming weeks.  Think of her like a fairy godmother.  You are still working hard, but your ability to uncover treasure is heightened. So, some of these caches are easy- like parking spots and picking the right line in the grocery store, but some are more obscure.  The key is trusting your fairy godmother/intuition to light the way.   And remember to share your booty for it will multiple like magic.

 

Sagittarius
Mammoth Cave, Kentucky

Why? – The Muse of Deep Understanding has come to hang with you for the coming weeks.  She shows up when it is important for you to go deep and find the reasoning behind the decisions you are making.  She asks; are they aligned with your ethics? Your purpose? Your Joy?  Not only is she here to help you realign, but often this muse helps you uncover intentions hidden from your awareness.  So, with this deeper dive comes a profounder understanding of your motives.

 

Capricorn
Arches National Park, Utah

Building Blocks – The Muse of Foundations comes in the beginnings of projects.  She reminds; you have most of the materials needed for the build so take this time to check your foundations. This can look as simple as clearing your desk/calendar to do this project or as complex as looking at your values, morals, goals, intentions, dreams and ethics and seeing if your project aligns within their borders. If so great move forward, if not now is the time to readjust, realign or reenforce.

 

Aquarius 
Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado

Loyal Heart – The Muse of Devotion comes into your life when you do and perceive acts of loyalty.  This fidelity can come in many forms: your partner takes up slack when you are frazzled, a friend picks up the phone for a venting session, a pet’s greeting at the door, or your loyalty to your goals and aspirations.  There is a loving giving and receiving that happens to engage the Loyal Heart.  Notice when it happens, accept it with gratitude and then reciprocate.

 

Pisces
Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

The Fates – The Three Sisters are visiting you during the coming two weeks.  Their arrival is an omen that you need to let go of trying to control everything.  They remind you that conditions brought on by the collective, nature and your past experiences are beyond your control in the present.  And the future is blessed with mysteries and potential that you cannot imagine at this point.  Ask them to help guide you on what you can control, especially your reactions to these conditions, and then let the rest go.

Artcast for Aug 16-29, 2026

En Iwamura
Blue moco-moco, En Iwamura

Hi All,

The artist this week is En Iwamura @eniwamura. Iwamura’s medium is mostly sculptural and when showing his pieces the space itself and the spacing between the pieces are as important as the work itself.  “When Iwamura describes the space and scale in his works, he references the Japanese philosophy of Ma. Ma implies meanings of distance, moment, space, relationship, and more. People constantly read and measure different Ma between themselves, and finding the proper or comfortable Ma between people or places can provide a specific relationship at a given moment”

Your pondering: Ma generally denotes a pause, gap, or negative space between things and people.   Notice and appreciate the Ma in your life.

 

Solar System highlights for the next two weeks

We have a Full Moon in Piscis on August 28th.  Moor up it can be tidally turbulent around that time.

 

 

EXTRA

*If you want a more in-depth look into the planets and tarot elements and how they affect you, you can get those with the yearly AstroTarot reading or if you sign up for your personalized monthly New Moon readings.  Leo/Virgo, this is a perfect time to get that Astrological Tarot Reading for your coming year.  And Aquarius/Pisces, it is your halfway mark for your birth year, so if you need a Planetary Reading for a check-in, now is the time.

 

**** I have a tip jar if you want to leave a gratuity.

May light be on you, around you, and within you.

Nina Fox-B

**Reading from The Faerie Oracle by Brain Froud and Jessica MacBeth

 

Aries
En Iwamura
En Iwamura

Page of Cups – The Muse of Joy comes when you have not connected to the enjoyment of life.  A few ways to do so are join a little child in play, accomplish a small task, get and give hugs, cuddle with your pet, smile at a stranger, smell flowers, watch a snail very closely, stop and feel the sun on your face, swim…  This muse reminds you that joy is found with more ease and more often in the small and quiet moments.

 

Taurus
En Iwamura
En Iwamura

Ace of Wands – All aces signify new beginnings.  The Ace of Wands or Fire is about igniting something you are passionate about.  The Muses declare that this is the time to start that pet project, satisfy that creative urge, and/or create awe.

 

Gemini
En Iwamura
En Iwamura

King of Wands – The Muse of Leadership comes when you need to take the forefront on a project or idea.  She says you have the insight and broader perspective than those around you right now.  The challenge is to do this through humble integrity.  You catch more flies with honey than vinegar.

 

Cancerian
En Iwamura
En Iwamura

Moon – The Muse of Emotions is here to help you dive into the why behind your feelings.  You crabs love a good moonlit stroll, but don’t get stuck in the melancholy memories of yesteryears.  This muse is about understanding your emotions, so they become your passengers not your drivers.  Love them for their info but don’t let them play with your radio station choices.  Also pay attention to your dreams but remember they are metaphors not reality.

 

Leo 
En Iwamura

Ten of Wands – The Muse of Burdens comes when you are taking on too much.  Yes, you have responsibilities, but you do not have to carry the entire burden.  She suggests you scan your to-do list and prioritize them.  Then circle the top five and only work on them. When you finish rest and/or give yourself a treat.  Then if you still have time tackle the next and then the next.  Often when you do this you find that some of those other priorities are picked up by others or no longer are as urgent as you thought.

 

Virgo 
En Iwamura

Emperor – The Muse of Action is here to help you build upon what already is in existence.  She would like you to take a bit of time earlier in the week to survey and tweak your goals and then replenish the resources required to do them.  This can look as easy as buying groceries for the next two weeks, so you can focus solely on work and rest, it could be signing up for an exercise class to help build up your endurance, or as complex as taking that next step in your career.  Now is time for planned action.

 

Libra  
En Iwamura

Knight of Wands – The muses have blessed you for the coming weeks.  This energy signifies that you will be in the right place at the right time.  So, whether good, neutral or poor circumstances there is beneficial information and energy to pick up and use to create more ease in your life.  This can look like finding parking spaces, overheard conversations that bring insight, money, or a smile from a stranger when you are feeling low.

 

Scorpio
En Iwamura

Four of Wands – The Muse of Home arrives when you need to put some love and care into your home.  Treat your home like a beloved.  Bring it flowers or a plant, boil some cinnamon sticks in a pot, paint your front door a new color, make a wreath, fix that squeaky cabinet.  And then thank it for caring for you.

 

Sagittarius
En Iwamura

Seven of Pentacles – For the next two weeks it seems as if it is all work and no play.  However, the Muse of Labor has come to remind you that yes it is time to put in some hard work to gain some momentum and push through, but she also reminds to hang your hat up when it is time to go home.  This muse comes when you are not establishing good boundaries around your workload.  So, focus on work at work and rest when you are home.

 

Capricorn
En Iwamura

Five of Swords – The Muse of Ego is here to help you navigate the coming two weeks.  Fives represent chaos and this chaos is around thoughts and ideas that often end up in clashes or misunderstandings.  This muse suggests that the key is to check your ego when engaging and listen to what others are saying.  This is not to change your mind or say that you are totally wrong, but that there is information to be had from the other side that will lead to less chaos if you attend to it.

 

Aquarius
En Iwamura

Queen of Cups – The Muse of Laughter comes when you are taking life too seriously.  Take time in the coming weeks to listen to comedians, watch comedy shows and tell Dad jokes.  She is here not to help you run away from the serious part of life but to be more balanced in your approach.

 

 

Pisces
En Iwamura

Hermit – The Muse of Perspective is your companion for the coming two weeks.  This muse usually shows up when you need to unplug from society to gain a clearer and broader perspective of your life and goals.  She suggests finding time to hole up, turn off your electronics and ponder on your purpose and goals and/or focus on that solo project that needs your total attention.