About
Dreams of Source
Impressions of soothing awe
for nature, the spiritual and the felt senses
Painted with earth pigments
Impressions of soothing awe
for nature, the spiritual and the felt senses
Impressions of nature’s lifeforce and the felt senses
Made with earth & plant pigments, these paintings mirror the awe we feel experiencing nature’s soothing lifeforce
Meditative Paintings
In my background as a visual artist and as a certified meditation facilitator, I want to continually grow in my practice of contextualising fine art as a vital contributor to healing and wellbeing.
My art aims to mirror the transcendent impressions of the natural world, as a gateway to the metaphysical and reflective.
The circle is an important element in my work. The circle and the idea of meditation wheels is a recurring symbol among meditative Eastern & indigenous sacred traditions, used as a vehicle for personal & spiritual attunement.
The immediacy of strokes to capture a present moment quality, of using organic forms, patterns and textures to mirror expansive impressions of the natural world, and the contrasts between the Infinite and the human, are all considered in my process.
Visual and sensory layers are conveyed to suspend the logical mind, so one may access the intuitive. The work then aims to deepen your sense of being part of a greater whole. Wellbeing is conveyed through the shift from inner constriction, to soothe, to bring a sense of inner expansiveness.
Private Collections
Luciano Benetton Permanent Collection, Italy
Meghan’s works are held in private collections in New Zealand, Philippines, Germany, Italy and the United States
Artist Bio
Meghan Geliza Jackson (BFA, PGDip) is a Filipino-Kiwi artist, creative director & meditative facilitator from Auckland, New Zealand. Her work draws upon a varied pool of influences – from abstract expressionism, surrealism to eco-materialism and mystical philosophies.
She creates her own paints from both foraged and gifted earth & plant pigments.
Her practice explores visual & sensory harmony through the lens of the meditative, the mystical and the intuitive. She’s moved by the sense of oneness, expansiveness and soothing calm one experiences in nature and the spiritual, and conveys these impressions through visually representing the felt senses.
Meghan exhibited and worked on projects in New Zealand, Philippines, Germany, Italy, United States, Thailand, Australia and the United Kingdom. She also runs courses & seasonal meditative workshops to help people come home to themselves and creativity.
About Meghan
5/1 Quad Right Manifesting Generator, with Sacral Authority and channels of awakening, exploration, charisma and preservation. INFJ. Leo sun, Scorpio moon, Virgo rising. Life theme of Refinement.
Meghan is an artist, mystic and creative. She paints meditative paintings made with earth and plants, and works with meditative art, energy, sound and trauma-informed somatic modalities.
Meghan combines her knowledge and studies of the visual and intuitive arts, with her 15+ years experience in the traditional business space as an award-winning creative director.
Training & Qualifications
Meghan is a multi-passionate, lifelong student of the visual & intuitive arts. Meghan is certified and completed training in art, design and meditative modalities for 15+ years, and is currently completing training as a trauma-informed meditation facilitator.
Completed Training:
Belinda Davidson’s SOMM – Chakra & Somatic Training, White Light Modality, and Shadow work Intensive (1 year)
Sanaya Roman & Duane Packer’s Lightbody Modality Levels 1-6 (2 years)
Sanaya Roman & Duane Packer’s Divine Self Modality Levels 1-6 (2 years)
Rebecca Campbell’s Work your Light (1 year)
Emily Jefford’s Making Art Work (1 year)
Lee Harris’ Own your Value (1 year)
Currently Completing:
Compassionate Inquiry® Trauma-Informed Therapeutic Approach
– by Dr. Gabor Maté and Sat Dharam KaurLee Harris’ Empaths vs Narcissist trauma dynamics
Human Design Blueprint by Erin Claire Jones
She also graduated Bachelor of Fine Arts, majoring in Visual Communication, a Postgraduate Degree in Digital Design, and 15 years experience as an award-winning creative director. These modalities transformed her life, which is why she’s passionate about sharing meditative art experiences with others.
CLIENT REVIEWS – ART COMMISSIONS & LICENSING
In my role as manager of The Depot Arts Centre I have the pleasure of meeting many creative people. Meghan both exhibited at The Depot and was a presenter at our Pecha Kucha night. I was totally captured by her articulate way of describing her artwork and practice, and I purchased one of her artworks.
I find the sense of life and energy in these works capture and transport the viewer to reflect on and engage in the topics and issues Meghan’s exploring through her art. Her work and the philosophy that informs it communicates that this is not something recent but in fact has been her pursuit from the beginning.
- Lynn Lawton, Depot Artspace Manager
What an amazing experience it was to have collaborated with Meghan on the ‘Creation Circle’ workshop!
From the moment we thought of creating offerings together, to the planning and execution it was a wonderful experience.
Her knowledge and lovely energy made the entire process so easy and enjoyable. Looking forward to be able to co-create with Meghan further more in the future!
Meghan has a beautiful aesthetic, exploring themes of unity, connectedness and the natural environment. It’s original and inspiring. As the Creative Director of Fly, I’ve enjoyed her enthusiasm, openness to new ideas and using her unique perspective to support our creative goals.
I believe Meghan can bring the unique, multicultural experience in New Zealand, with her aesthetic that has a global appeal.
- Johnson McKay (Ngāti Rongomaiwahine, Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Mahuta) Creative Director, Fly Agency. Phoenix Organics The Love Project, an initiative across New Zealand and Australia to preserve waterways & beaches
REVIEWS – MEDITATIVE HOLISTIC SESSIONS
Meghan is an incredibly kind, empathetic person, and translates her own visions and perceptions in a truly accessible way. She is an amazing bridge between the world we know, and the one right beneath the surface. I have been very inspired and enlightened by her insights. Throughout our entire session she always maintains a professional atmosphere, and allows for questions. I will be working with her again for sure, as it is always an uplifting and important experience to learn from Meghan's readings.
- Jessica Pixie
Supportive Guidance Session
I’ve been to many sound journey meditations and Meghan’s sound journey session with me was the best I’ve ever experienced. The sound that came through her felt very ancient. It felt like the sound of the universe, the cosmos, and it felt like there were even layered sounds within sounds. I felt such peace, expansiveness and joy after the session.
- Lauren Orlina
In-Person Holistic Session
I’m so grateful for everything she has done to help me begin healing spiritually to find some kind of equilibrium again.
Meghan has a presence filled with positive energy, peace, light and kindness. Her way of guiding is always at your pace and all about what you need in that moment. You never feel out of your depth or judged, and she always goes the extra mile to make sure you feel supported, whether she is with you physically or not.
I’m forever thankful to Meghan for being with me and helping me through. I have nothing but love and respect for this amazing wahine.
- Jo Mitchell
In-person Holistic Session
EXHIBITS & PROJECTS
2023
2023 Art Salon Exhibit | Fo Guang Yuan Buddhist Temple Art Gallery, Auckland NZ
2021
2021 Pigments Revealed Symposium | Wild Pigment Project Exhibit, USA
2020
Earthing Drawing Club Retreat | Auckland Domain, Auckland, NZ
2019
Creation Circle Retreat | Blockhouse Bay Boat Club, Auckland, NZ
2018
Foliage Group Exhibit | The Grey Place for Auckland Art Week, Auckland, NZ
Chunky NZ Artist Series | Auckland, NZ
Women's Suffrage Group Exhibit | Lakehouse Arts Gallery, Auckland, NZ
2017
TEDxAKL site-specific installation | Aotea Square, Auckland, NZ
THE PLANT POWER EXPERIENCE a Conscious Action Event | Crave, Auckland, NZ
DARE TO INSPIRE site-specific mural with Kate Hursthouse | The Workshop, Auckland, NZ
FRAMEWORKS: ART TRAIL FOR THE ASYLUM SEEKERS TRUST | Auckland, Auckland, NZ
EA ART FESTIVAL | Queen's Wharf, Auckland, NZ
2016
IMAGO MUNDI – LUCIANO BENETTON FOUNDATION’S NZ PERMANENT COLLECTION | Treviso, Italy
SCI-GLOW: THE ART OF BIOLUMINESCENT BACTERIA | Auckland, NZ
AUCKLAND FAIR | Shed 10, Akl Waterfront, Auckland, NZ
GENERAL COLLECTIVE – Designer Edition | Ponsonby Central, Auckland, NZ
FUNDAMENTALS 2.0 Graphite Group Show | Gallerie Stephanie, Manila, Philippines
GENERAL COLLECTIVE | Auckland, NZ
ARTICULATE: AN EXHIBIT FOR THE UPSIDEDOWNS TRUST | Lakehouse Arts Gallery Auckland NZ
AUCKLAND FAIR | Shed 10, Queen’s Wharf, Auckland, NZ
2015
ORIGINS: A solo exhibit | Art Underground Gallery, Manila, Philippines
MISFITS 3-person exhibit | The Depot Artspace, Auckland NZ
TINY TRAVELLING GALLERY Group Exhibit | The Depot Artspace, Auckland, NZ
NEONATAL TRUST TINY ART Group Exhibit | Auckland NZ
CREATIVE MORNINGS ANNIVERSARY Group Exhibit | Lot23, Auckland, NZ
SKATE FOR HOPE Charity Group Exhibit | Black Coffee, Wellington, NZ
2014
TINY TRAVELLING GALLERY | Los Angeles, USA; London, UK
PHOENIX DRINKS THE LOVE PROJECT art licensing, live painting | Auckland NZ, Sydney Australia
BASEMENT THEATRE MURAL COMMISSION with Aesop | Auckland, NZ
TREE OF DREAMS site-specific installation with Martin Leung-Wai | Sir Paul Reeves Building, AUT, Auckland, NZ
STARSHIP FOUNDATION’S BIG EGG HUNT NZ site-specific installation | Christchurch, NZ
2013
1000 LOVERS Exhibit with Burnett Rose | Queen’s Wharf, Auckland, NZ
CONVERSATIONS IN MIND Group Exhibit | Queen’s Wharf, Auckland, NZ
2012
LITTLE LOTUS EXHIBIT Group Exhibit | NZ Portrait Gallery, Wellington, NZ
COLLIDE Projection Event | Co.Space, Auckland, NZ
LIVE BELOW THE LINE, Mural | Aotea Square, Auckland, NZ
ALOHA! 1950 BURLESQUE EVENT, site-specific Installation | Khuja Lounge, Auckland, NZ
WALDEINSAMKEIT SERIES, Commissioned Large-scale Paintings | Germany
MIDTOWN ACTIVATION CBD, Live Painting | Auckland, NZ
2011
LITTLE LOTUS PROJECT | Maesot, Thailand
BEAUTY MEETS THE BIZARRE Group Exhibit | Depot Artspace Main Gallery, Auckland, NZ
NOT JUST ANOTHER GROUP SHOW Group Exhibit | Te Karanga Gallery, Auckland, NZ
PINK NOISE ART APPEAL Art Fundraiser | Auckland, NZ
ADIEU FALSE HEART Solo Exhibit | Te Karanga Gallery, Auckland, NZ
2010
PINK NOISE ART SHOW Group Exhibit | Auckland, NZ
TWO PERSON EXHIBIT W/ ALFONSO DE ANDA | Auckland, NZ
HENDERSON COMMUNITY CENTRE Mural Commission | Auckland, NZ
LEARNING CURVE Group Exhibit | Auckland, NZ
FIRST THURSDAYS Group Exhibit | Te Karanga Gallery, Auckland, NZ
2009
FIRST THURSDAYS Group Exhibit | Auckland, NZ
TARDIS GALLERY Selection of works in stock room | Auckland, NZ
CROSSOVER Group Exhibit | Reagan Lee Gallery, Auckland, NZ
NZ ART SHOW Group Exhibit | TSB Bank Arena, Wellington, NZ
BIBLIOGRAPHY
‘New Zealand: Kiwi Consciousness - Contemporary Artists from New Zealand' Imago Mundi Luciano Benetton Collection, (2016)
Hiini, Kaan: ‘Meet the Artist’, Creative Mornings Auckland, 2015 (online)
‘Origins’, Art Underground Gallery Press Release, 2014
Maharaj, Meenal: ‘100 Days, 100 Individuals’, Mac+Mae, 2013 (online)
Robinson, Megan: ‘Little Lotus Project’, Thread Magazine, 2012 (online)
Andersen, Fletcher: ‘Artists to Watch’, Invurt Magazine, 2012 (online)
Liang, Renee: ‘A Vibrant World’, The Big Idea NZ, 2011 (online)
Goh, Esther; Leathley, Siobhan; ‘Little Lotus offers Healing and Hope through Art’, Idealog, 2011
COLLECTIONS
Luciano Benetton Collection Permanent Collection
Works held in private collections in New Zealand, Philippines, Germany, Italy, United States, Australia
CURATORIAL PROJECTS
BEAUTY MEETS THE BIZARRE, group exhibit, Depot Artspace, Auckland, 2011
FIRST THURSDAYS, Various locations on Karangahape Road, Auckland, 2010
2011 POETRY NIGHT VERONA, Verona, Auckland, 2009
FILMOGRAPHY
Zana, Daniel: ‘Paint Life Documentary’, 2016
Fly Agency: ‘Phoenix Organic Drinks Art Installation’, 2015
Lescanne, Lorene; Rider, Julienne: ‘We are Kiwi, Like our Art Documentary’, 2015
Moon, Gareth: ‘The Little Lotus Project Documentary’, 2012
TEACHING
PECHA KUCHA “Out of the Box”, guest speaker, Depot Artspace, Auckland, 2015
PECHA KUCHA, guest speaker, Waitakere Council Chambers, Auckland, 2010
EMERGING ARTIST FORUM, guest speaker, Satellite Gallery, Auckland, 2009
ART SERVICES
Art Commissions for Collectors, Art Licensing for Companies
ART ARCHIVE
An archive of past works and projects
CONTACT
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