Rise & Align in Action: Art, Ancestry, and the Creative Process with Geraldine Datuin
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In this episode of the Illuminated Path Podcast, host Liv welcomes artist Geraldine, a longtime coaching client, to discuss her journey as an artist and the origins of her art identity, Sigwarz. They explore Geraldine’s connection to her Filipino roots, her creative process, and the importance of rituals in balancing her roles as an artist, mother, and professional. Geraldine shares insights into her wellness practices, the role of retreats in her creativity, and the evolving projects that continue to shape her artistic journey.
EPISODE TAKEAWAYS
Blending roots creates depth and authenticity in art
Rituals invite ease, balance, and flow into daily life
Creativity flourishes when connected to culture and nature
Rest and retreat rekindle clarity and inspiration
Shared values nurture trust and meaningful connection
Wellness grounds the spirit and fuels creative energy
Art becomes powerful when it reflects community and place
Collaboration transforms creation into shared magic
New beginnings unfold when guided by intention
Daily rituals open the heart to clarity and creative flow
CONNECT WITH GERALDINE
Geraldine Datuin, who sometimes goes by the pseudonym SIGWARZ, is a Filipina-American artist based in Guam. Formerly a student of the University of Guam Fine Arts Department, she continued her painting practice beyond those foundational years learning traditional fine art. Today, Geraldine is an artist, and also wears many hats. As a student of botany, she applies her knowledge for island native plants into her recent body of work, weaving science and art into a central theme of her largely figurative pieces.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datu.sigwarz/
CONNECT WITH INA WELLNESS COLLECTIVE
Website: https://www.inawellnesscollective.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inawellnesscollective