Wild Woman Rising
An 8 - week Creative Rite of Passage for midlife women to step into the identity of the Artist, break free from the perfectionism and bring the creative vision into reality.
Welcome, to my Wild Woman World where midlife is not a decline, but a beautiful awakening
Now, if you’re reading this, then my guess is that a few or all of these things are true for you...
You've been following me for a while now and you are familiar with my work and you are feeling the creative pull
You have a strong feeling that this is your year for a creative awakening (it is the year of the Fire Horse after all) You've been doing the inner work for a while - but this year feels ultra special.
You have a burning desire to create a collection of art that has impact, write an inspiring book, lead a meaningful mission, launch a creative, spiritual and very human business.
You want to explore what you are capable of if you give yourself dedicated time to experiment, express and connect especially now that you have accrued many years of wisdom.
You want your midlife years to count.
So, how many ticks? Am I close?
My Offering to you...
My offering is this - an 8 week creative and spiritual rite of passage where we delve deep into the sacred wisdom or folk tales and myths and express with intuitive art processes.
We start 30th March 2026.
(Numbers are limited to 5 to ensure everyone is supported and witnessed.)
Each Story and Art Ritual is designed to bring more:
Deep Intuition and Self-Trust
Authentic Self- Expression
Clarity and
Courage
"If only everyone could feel the love and connection that you provide during our sessions. I was telling someone about the guided imagery and meditation you lead us through and how calming and centering it is. I wish everyone would get a taste of it. And I would do it every day if that were possible! You have made my life infinitely better".
~ Constance Fantin, Minnesota
Why it works...
Moving into your midlife years is a threshold.
You open the door and there is the unknown spread out before you.
Do you trust that if you walk into that unknown, your feet will touch firm ground?
Life transitions can feel destabilising. But they’re also an opportunity to rise even if you feel uncertain, sidelined or invisible.
Wild Woman Rising is designed for you to step into your next chapter with courage and clarity.
So that you can bring your inner magic and meaningful mission to the attention of others who need it.
And it is ok if you don't know what you want to do right now.
This is something to explore during our time together.
Why your art matters so much right now
"In times of genuine crisis people don't shrink away from art and strip their lives back to the essential elements for physical survival. In fact, the opposite is true: it is when we are really struggling that we have the greatest need for art."
~ quote extracted from Acts of Resistance by Amber Massie-Bloomfield
It is 2026 and there are a lot of terrible things going on for women, the environment and politically. Art is not a frivolous luxury - it is a priority.
It may be that you need your art more than ever to make sense of it all.
The world most certainly needs it.
In times of destruction, it is even more important to create, create, create.
As an artist, you are the visionary.
The truth seeker. A cycle breaker. A change maker.
Your work matters.
Your mission matters.
Midlife is a time to awaken. A time to rise. A time to make an impact.
But you don't need to become louder or more palatable to make a difference.
Midlife is not about becoming someone different... it is a return to who you already are.
It is a remembrance.
Please Note...
Wild Woman Rising is not about learning how to paint pretty pictures.
It’s about using creative and intuitive expression and archetypal stories as tools for healing, clarity, and courage - so you can identify and release what’s been holding you back and take real steps into what is next for you.
"This has been a fabulous experience so cathartic I've been amazed at what its brought up for me. It just amazing how you expertly weave these courses together Sarah you never disappoint your brilliance astounds me. This has been so uplifting. I've released heaps and produced such beautiful artwork. This was a very cosy group very intimate which worked well and I feel brought out so much depth from us all. We were able to connect well with each other and share and empathise which further helped me release more just so impactful. I'm beyond grateful to have taken part. Highly recommend this beautiful journey🩷🫂"
~Ann Ross, UK
What to expect- The Weekly Wild Woman Sessions
Week 1 - What's Limiting your Creativity?
Week 2 - Letting Go of Creative Blocks
Week 3 - Reigniting Your Creative Powers
Week 4 - What Artist Are You Underneath the Layers?
Week 5 - Your Magic and Mission Matter
Week 6 - Creative Courage and trust
Week 7 - Reclaiming Your Creative Power
Week 8 - Your Creative Vision, Your Path
Each weekly session will be 90 mins long and will be held on a Saturday at 4pm UK time (11am EST)
NB Week 1 will be Monday 30th March at 4pm UK time and then Week 2 will resume 11th April due to Easter weekend.
The Wild Woman Archetype
Clarissa Pinkola Este's book Women Who Run With The Wolves first alerted me to the Wild Woman Archetype and how in the western world, women are confined to social constructs and unnatural cycles that are outdated and only serve to keep them tamed.
Sharon Blackie's book If Women Rise Rooted also paved the way for a reawakening of my natural power and how this would not only benefit me, but also the precious planet we live on.
This and my very own creative rite of passage led me to these 7 elements of a wild woman artist which infuses all the work that I do and my whole life too.
My 7 Elements of a Wild Woman Artist
Joyful Play
Wild Self Expression
Courageous Colour
Beautiful Balance
Deep Intuition
Sacred Trust
Connected Community
"All of the limiting ideas I had about my ability to produce a piece of art have fallen away. Each meeting was a different lesson on different artistic media. I’ve spent YEARS not even thinking about creating art and here, Sarah showed me some really simple techniques that have completely changed my perspective and allowed me to create pieces I had no idea were inside me! But also, the Journey...Each meeting was a different topic, a different “story”, a different way to look at myself. This program has been instrumental in me discovering that some of the things I really didn’t like about myself are actually my POWERS".
~Diana Bucko, US
Choose your sacred path:
Pay in Full
An Early Bird of £333 is available
until 16th March 2026
The full investment for Wild Woman Rising is £444 which will begin 17th March 2026
NB The next time we launch in June, it will be £1111
Payment Plan option
You can pay the early bird investment in 3 monthly interest free installments of £111.
When the price increases, you can pay in 3 monthly interest free installments of £148.
FREE Special Bonuses Included:
A Wild Woman Rising Private community on the Telegram app
A recorded Art Journalling Tutorial to explore emotional wisdom (£47)
A set of 6 affirmation postcards from my healing Owl collection (£33)
A mini pre recorded art course - Paint Your Wild Bird Guides - 4 Visualisations followed by 4 art rituals (£66)
1 x 1:1 art ritual session with me - you can set the intention as a follow up from the 8 week experience. (£97)
It's wonderful to meet you!
Hi, I'm Sarah,
And I'm a recovering perfectionist and people pleaser.
Since making the courageous decision to leave my 18 year career as a teacher, I've been a professional artist for nearly 6 years, selling my work globally.
My art is whimsical and vibrant alchemy inspired by animal and archetypal wisdom for midlife women to be inspired to deepen their own spiritual journey.
My intuitive art practices have been a creative rite of passage leading me to wake up every morning embodying this mantra:
I belong. I am ready. I matter. I am seen.
And with this I step into my Visionary Artist shoes so that I can guide you into yours.
This is for you if you...
Want to prioritise you and your passions after years of putting other people's needs first.
Tired of people pleasing and feeling the pressures of having to be perfect.
Are spiritual, creative and tolerant of all people regardless of your differences.
Navigating life transitions and asking, “Who am I now?
Standing at a midlife threshold and craving creativity, courage, and clarity for what's next.
Are open to the concept that art has the power to change you and your world.
And although it pains me to say it as a recovering people pleaser who wants to help everyone, but...
It is not for you if...
You are not spiritual in any way - all spiritual paths are welcome.
You are not tolerant of other people's differences, points of views or new ways of thinking
You have never picked up a paintbrush in your life (while you do not need to be a practiced artist, it is good to have had some creative experience in the arts/crafting)
You are unwilling to be courageous and try new things that might be challenging
You do not have any time and/or space to be creative and you cannot commit
You are deep in the throws of trauma - there are other experts who would serve you better
The investment of this experience puts you into financial crisis or creates panic in your body I have a monthly membership for you instead which you can see here.
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FAQs
I'm so excited When do we start?
We start Monday 30th March 2026 @ 4pm GMT. After that we will meet every Saturday @ 4pm starting 11th April.
All details will be sent to you via email in the week before we start.
How much time shall I set aside each week?
Each weekly live session is 90mins. I will add other optional prompts in our telegram group which you can do if you wish and it is up to you how much extra time you wish to spend on them - they will be short reflective journalling prompts.
If I'm new to art, is this still right for me?
You can most definitely be a beginner artist or have some experience in another related area like crafting.
However if you have not ever done any art or crafts before, then I recommend my art membership as the best place to start your journey.
If I can't join any LIVE calls will there be replays?
Yes! Replays will be available. It is however important for you to let me know if you cannot attend live as each session needs at least 2 people for it to be effective. In the case of less than 2, I will cancel and resume the following week.
What equipment will I need?
Acrylic paints and brushes and sketch book or art journal are essential.
In addition to the above, I recommend using what you have available from felt tip pens to colouring pencils.
Optional: oil pastels, water colours, acrylic pens and acrylic inks.
Who can I contact if I have any additional questions?
You can email us with any questions at hellocreativity@sarahbowdenart.com