Continuing with the theme of collaborators for February this week artists are Hilla and Bernd Becher.  They started collaborating when they meet in 1959.  She was a commercial trained photographer and he studied painting and typography.  After two years of collaboration, they married and continued working in partnership for the next 50 years.   They are known for photography of industrial structures throughout Europe and North America.  The Bechers exhibited their work in sets or typologies.  They called their subjects “anonymous sculptures.”

Technically their work is photography, but it is viewed as sculptural.  Their unique combination of form, black and white photography, similar perspective, and grouping in sets, illustrates the sculpture properties of architecture.  Also, by choosing how they present their subjects, mimicking cataloguing flora and fauna in the sciences, these typologies emanate to the viewer the beauty of functional architecture, the relationship between form and function, and the effect of architecture on the economy and the environment. The amazing thing about their work is both have said they do not know which picture was taken by whom. Their collaboration is without the seams of the ego. Your pondering for the week is how ego or ownership affects us when working together?

 

Solar System highlights:  The Moon is in Leo will be full on 16th – time to shine.  Then it moves later that day into Virgo – good for organizing and cleaning.  Onto Libra for the weekend – perfect time for friends and family.  Mercury moves into Aquarius for some of us it is a time to pull back for perspective, for others working with communication styles that are more outside the box.  We have two planets left in Capricorn until beginning of March.  Venus – where beauty and harmony are achieved through practicality.  And Mars – where it provides momentum in our workplaces.  Jupiter is in Pisces until May; this aspect is dreamy and holds opportunity and luck.  And lastly, Saturn remains in Aquarius for all of 2022 – so innovating and upping your game is the focus again for another year.

 

P.S. Signs with an * it is a big week for you.  Aquarius this is a perfect time to get an Astrological Tarot Reading for your coming year.  And Leo it is your halfway mark for your birth year, so if you need a Planetary Reading for a check-in, now is the time.

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

Nina

 

 

Aries

Four of Swords – Where last week was all about gaining momentum, this week is about rest and restoration.  Take this week slow.  Make sure you feed your body well and rest your mind.  Try to turn off all technology for at least an hour a day.  Bask in natural light and ambient noise.

 

Taurus

King of Wands – Last week the Muse of Inertia wanted you to take moments to slow down, providing you time to think and readjust before moving forward. If you were able to gain this new perspective, you will be able to navigate this week well.  However, if not, this week opportunities will give you second chances to learn how to harness energy and use it for good, but it will feel like you are flying by the seat of your pants.

 

Gemini

Ten of Wands – The Muse of Burdens has come to help you navigate your obligations this week.  First, she points out you have taken other people’s task/responsibilities and you need to let go of your responsibility to those.  Then she tells you to prioritize the rest of your list and see what you can realistically do in this week.  So, ten tasks now look more like a doable four.

 

Cancerian

Two of Wands – The Muse of Future Planning has come to help you navigate your next steps.  Pick a long term goal and map out the timeline and tasks you need to do to get there.

 

Leo

*Tower – Change is in the air again.  Where the last two weeks the change was about working with perspective and letting go, this week the change comes from outside sources.  Yes, this Muse has Kali like energy.  If you can not make the changes for growth necessary for your wellbeing, then this energy will step in to force you to do it.  So, you can work with this energy to navigate where you would like the change to occur.  Or you can let her tectonic tremors show you the cracks in your foundations and tear down what isn’t working.

 

Virgo

*Sun – The Muse of Vitality is here to warm you up and make you thrive.  This Muse rises to feed you the positive energy you need to personally bloom.  She wants you to realize and utilize your brilliance.  You are a creator so put your energy towards what you want to flourish.

 

Libra

Knight of Cups – Time to get your flirt on.  The Muse of Amour is here to create some excitement and romance in your relationships.  Take time this week to connect to the ones you love and have some fun.  Make food together, play games, or go somewhere awe inspiring.  And for those with pets don’t forget their companionship could also do with some recognition.  Did someone say candlelight and tuna/steak?

 

Scorpio

Nine of Swords – The Muse of Worry has come to lighten your mental load.  She reminds you that to take each worry and ask these questions.  Could it happen?  If so, can I do something about it?  And if so, what steps do I need to take to do it?  And the ones left over are beyond your control so time to let them go.

 

Sagittarius

Three of Swords – The Muse of Old Wounds comes around when you need to do some mending.  There are either negative thought forms, emotions, or relationships that you still need to do some personal healing around.  Watch for places you feel irritated or triggered this week.   These are the areas to investigate and mend.

 

Capricorn

Queen of Coins – The Muse of Luxury has come to ask, after your hard work how do you reward yourself?  Her go to is often retail or self-care oriented also she knows how to combine luxury with practicality.  So, she prompts you to follow in her footsteps this week by not only working but also revealing in its rewards.

 

Aquarius

*Lovers – This is your last energy to work with this year.  Let’s review.  First the Muse of Fortune said this year will have its ups and downs and not feel totally in your control.  But whether karma or luck, it is not the occurrence but what you do with it that is key.  Then the Muse of Friendships and the Muse of Pleasure are prompting you that friends, love, and laughter need to be woven back into your life.  And lastly, the Muse of Relationships re-emphasis that this year is all about you connecting with the ones you love.  Your work is to spend quality time with your “peeps” while fine tuning your people skills in general.  She reminds you this quality time promotes intimacy.  Connection and Joy are your key words word to work with this year.

 

Pisces

Queen of Swords – The Muse of Details has come with magnifying glass and tweezers. Here motto is the devil is in the details.  This means that there are hidden aspects or that something may seem simple but in fact is more complicated and can cause problems.  So things like, re-reading your emails before sending, cleaning your keyboard, being conscious of your accessories and deep looking into contracts (written or verbal).  Watch what you promise, and be aware of your personal nuances if they are appropriate with what you are trying to convey.