Timelapses and Rehearsal Photos

https://www.youtube.com/embed/H4zz4px7b4s?version=3&rel=1&fs=1&autohide=2&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&wmode=transparent As we get nearer and nearer to the big day, our incredible Photopoint team have been busily documenting the preparation process. Today we wanted to share a couple of timelapse videos of the Whites and Aerie, both made by Pascal van der Meiden, and some photoshoots of our Torchbearers and Aerie rehearsing… hard. First … Continue reading Timelapses and Rehearsal Photos

Strawberry and Rhubarb with Cheesecake Cream

Strawberry and Rhubarb with Cheesecake Cream Ingredients 12 ounces fresh rhubarb, chopped (3 cups) 8 ounces fresh strawberries, chopped (2 cups) 1/2 cup strawberry jam 1 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 1/2 cups whipping cream Shortbread cookies (optional) Directions In a medium bowl stir together rhubarb, strawberries, … Continue reading Strawberry and Rhubarb with Cheesecake Cream

10 Ways to Use Dandelions in Witchcraft

While you’re weeding your spring lawn, pull these little beauties up and throw together some magick. Use them in sun magick. A bright, yellow, full-sun flower makes a cheerful addition to any solar or daylight ritual. Include in creativity and inspiration spells. Dandelions begin to come up just as the winter fades completely, symbolizing hope […] … Continue reading 10 Ways to Use Dandelions in Witchcraft

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Unveiling our Beltane 2017 Artwork

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Beltane Fire Society

It’s time to share something very special. Each year, Beltane Fire Festival comes to life in the skilled hands of a talented artist. And, as part of our celebrations to mark our thirtieth Beltane, we decided to invite one of our poster artists from Beltane’s past, Natasa Ilincic, to design the poster and flyer artwork for our special edition.

As you’ll see, we asked her to weave in some special components. The results are a stunning visual celebration of our festival that we feel captures the true essence of Beltane:

Beltane 2017 Poster by Natasa Ilincic The two figures locked in an embrace are the May Queen and Green Man, the two central roles in our festival. The May Queen wears white and red, the colours of the divine feminine, decorated with flowers evoking a sense of Spring.