2024 -Artist Donation to the X̱TIT, AUTW
Artist Donation to X̱tít, Autw for Arts Day | W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership School – Tsartlip, Vancouver Island, June 2024. As a legacy First Nations educational organization, the W̱SÁNEĆ School Board (W̱SB) is guided by the elected Chiefs and Councils of W̱JOȽEȽP/Tsartlip, SȾÁUTW̱/Tsawout, BOḰEĆEN/Pauquachin, and W̱SIḴEM/Tseycum First Nations. Serving more than 400 learners across W̱SÁNEĆ territory, the W̱SB provides vital educational programs, including the revitalization of the SENĆOŦEN language.
This donation celebrates the sacred power of the divine feminine as it resonates within W̱SÁNEĆ culture—honoring the generative, nurturing, and life-giving forces that sustain community, knowledge, and creativity. It uplifts the restoration and flourishing of Indigenous cultures, languages, spiritualities, and practices, recognizing these expressions as living embodiments of care, wisdom, and connection to the land. In this collaboration, we honor the feminine as both presence and principle: a guiding force that inspires art, nurtures learning, and affirms the sacred relationship between people and the earth.
2023 - The Goddess and Her Sacred Circle - a lecture
On May 20, 2023, I gave a community lecture at Fairfield Community Centre, sharing my teachings on the Goddess and Her Sacred Circle. This gathering was an opportunity to speak openly about the feminine principle and the ancient wisdom that surrounds Her. In the lecture, I explored the Sacred Circle as an internal cycle with the human that is the space where connections, and healing can occur. Drawing on my personal experiences, and research, I offered my perspective on how the Goddess continues to be a guiding presence in our individual and communal lives. The event reflected my wider mission to bring sacred feminine knowledge into public spaces where it can inspire dialogue, reflection, and renew.
2023 kel rae featured on "Lightways, UK
In 2023, I was invited to be a featured guest on Light Ways Astrology Show to share my perspective on the living language of astrology. During the program, I presented how astrological archetypes (which are within the body of the goddess) can be understood not only as celestial patterns but as an emotional and spiritual blueprint that can be used to create health and wellbeing. Drawing from my personal practice, research, and intuitive insight, I spoke about how these archetypes reflect the deeper forces within us —representing our organs and how the archetypes exist as a code that we can use to improve our health and wellbeing. This conversation offered a way of seeing astrology as both ancient wisdom and a living, embodied map, aligned with my broader work to reawaken a sacred and holistic understanding of the cosmos within and how we are fully a part of the cosmic body of the Goddess without.
2022 - Astrological Lodge of London, UK
In 2017, I had the privilege of giving a private presentation to the board members of The Astrological Lodge of London, one of the oldest and most respected astrological institutions in the world. My talk centred on the Goddess and the celestial archetypes within her great body. I spoke about how the constellations, and their planetary cycles exist within her body and are reflected into the human body. This presentation was a review of my ongoing work on The Goddess, where art, myth, and star knowledge are woven together to reveal that the archetypes which live in the human body are indicative of the motions that the organs make. This talk reflected the heart of my ongoing work with The Great Mother Lodge: to restore and renew the feminine voice in our understanding of the cosmos through art, myth, inner revelation and the origin of their connection to health and wellness.
2020 Radio Interview with Due Clicks, New York, USA
Since this interview Due Clicks merged with DoubleClick and was bought by Google Marketing Platform.
In 2020, I was invited to be a featured guest on Due Clicks Radio Show from New York City to share my ideas and experiences on healing through the power of the mind. This is the beginning of understanding the Goddess and Her circle of archetypes. During the interview, I discussed how conscious awareness, visualization, and the integration of body, mind, and spirit can support personal transformation and well-being. Drawing from both my practical experience and ongoing research into the intersections of energy, consciousness, and healing, I offered insights into how individuals can harness the mind’s innate capacity to restore balance and promote resilience. This conversation reflected my broader work with , where I explore and share the transformative potential of inner awareness in both personal and collective renewal.
2018 Castrovillari, Italy - Art Donation
In June 2018, I made a personal and artistic donation to the public library on Via Garibaldi in Castrovillari, Italy — a gesture of gratitude to a land that has long inspired my creative work. The donation consisted of an original painting that subliminally reveal the reawakening of the Goddess in contemporary consciousness. This contribution was intended not only as a gift of art, but as a cultural offering — something that would remain accessible to the local community, future generations, and curious visitors who seek a deeper connection with heritage and spirit. The Library, located in the historic centre of Castrovillari, holds a special resonance for me as a place where knowledge and culture converge. By placing my work there, I hoped to weave a thread between ancient memory and modern vision, nurturing a space where the feminine divine can be seen, felt, and remembered. This act reflects my broader mission of bringing the sacred feminine back into public consciousness through art, writing, and living cultural presence.
Painting: All within a Great Mother
2017 Art Exhibit in Central London, UK
In 2017, I exhibited my work with FiLiA in London after applying to participate in their internationally recognized feminist arts program. This exhibition became a powerful milestone in my artistic journey, allowing me to share my vision of the Goddess with a wider audience. My work for this event explored the sacred feminine not as a distant myth, but as a living presence woven through time, land, and memory. Through each painting, I sought to reawaken a forgotten reverence — to give form to what has long been silenced or hidden beneath layers of cultural forgetting. My intention was to create a visual language that honours the Goddess as both archetype and real force: a source of healing, renewal, and spiritual grounding. The exhibition stood as part of a broader cultural conversation on women’s power, spiritual heritage, and the re-emergence of the feminine in public consciousness. This vision is at the heart of The Great Mother Lodge, where I continue to work toward restoring Her image and presence through art, story, and sacred practice.
2016 Artist Retreat North Yorkshire, UK
In 2016, I participated in a retreat with in Yorkshire County, UK, designed for artists contributing to the upcoming 2017 Feminism Display. The retreat provided an immersive space for brainstorming, collaboration, and creative exchange among both new and established Filia artists. Over several days, we engaged in discussions, and reflective practices that nurtured artistic vision, deepened our understanding of feminist themes, and strengthened a sense of community. This experience was instrumental in shaping my contributions to the 2017 exhibition, providing both inspiration and the supportive network necessary to explore themes of the Goddess, feminine power, and cultural renewal through my art.
2015 Lecture at Ealing Blueprint, Ealing UK
I presented a lecture on the Goddess and the Zodiac Code at in London, sharing insights into how the archetypes of the zodiac reflect and illuminate the presence of the Goddess within our centres. Drawing from meditation, research, and artistic exploration, I explored how the patterns of the stars act as a symbolic blueprint for our internal organs emitting emotional, and the creative expression. The lecture offered attendees a way to connect with the sacred feminine through the lens of astrology, inviting reflection on how celestial archetypes can guide personal growth, self-awareness and above all offer the ability to heal us. This event was part of my ongoing work with to integrate art, myth, and cosmic insight into meaningful teachings for contemporary audiences that involve health and healing.
2014 Art Show, Oak Bay Public Library, BC
In September 2014, I presented The Spirit of the Great Mother art show at the Greater Victoria Public Library, Oak Bay branch, British Columbia, located at 1442 Monterey Ave. Titled “The growing human spirit nurtured and sustained by cosmic love,” the exhibition explored the sacred feminine as both a mythic and living presence, offering viewers an invitation to reconnect with the nurturing energies of the Great Mother.
Through a series of paintings that blended symbolic imagery, archetypal forms, and meditative insight, the show traced the ways in which the human spirit is supported and inspired by cosmic love, encouraging reflection, healing, and personal transformation. Each work sought to reveal the subtle interplay between the divine feminine and the cycles of life, illuminating how these energies inform creativity, intuition, and spiritual awareness. The exhibition was designed as both a visual and contemplative experience, fostering a space where the community could engage with art that bridges culture, spirituality, and inner exploration. This show reflects my ongoing mission through : to restore the presence of the Goddess in public consciousness and to cultivate encounters that nurture both the soul and the imagination.
2012 Community Arts Show, Victoria BC
Unveiling the Goddess, exhibited at the Cedar Hill Community Arts Center in Victoria, BC, was a transformative exploration of the Sacred Feminine and its enduring presence in culture, myth, and consciousness. The show presented a collection of paintings that traced the Goddess archetype across history and personal experience, inviting viewers to witness and honour Her many faces, energies, and powers. Each piece was created with the intention of revealing hidden aspects of feminine divinity, blending symbolic imagery, intuitive insight, and meditative practice to awaken a deeper sense of connection, reverence, and inner reflection. The exhibition offered the community an immersive experience, where art became a bridge between mythic archetypes and contemporary spiritual understanding, encouraging both contemplation and dialogue. Through Unveiling the Goddess, I sought to restore the visual and cultural presence of the feminine divine, reflecting the ongoing mission of to nurture, inspire, and renew awareness of the sacred feminine in public consciousness. The show celebrated creativity as a spiritual practice and positioned the Goddess not as a distant symbol, but as a living presence that continues to guide, sustain, and illuminate human experience.
2011 Unitarian Church Display, Saanichton BC
From February 1st to March 1st, 2011, I presented the Goddess Art Show at the Victoria Unitarian Church, located at 5575 West Saanich Road, Victoria, BC. This exhibition was a dedicated exploration of the sacred feminine, offering a visual journey into the presence, power, and mystery of the Goddess in human culture and consciousness. Through a series of paintings and mixed-media works, I sought to reveal the many faces of the feminine divine, blending mythic symbolism, spiritual insight, and meditative practice. Each piece invited viewers to engage with the energy of the Goddess as a living, guiding force—encouraging reflection, healing, and a deeper awareness of our connection to the cycles of nature, life, and spirit. The exhibition created a space for contemplation and dialogue within the church community, highlighting the intersection of art, spirituality, and cultural memory. By bringing the Goddess into public view, this show aligned with the ongoing mission of to restore reverence for the feminine divine, offering the audience not only visual beauty but also an opportunity for personal and collective awakening.
2010 Awakening Wellness Center, Victoria BC
I presented an art show and accompanying lecture on the Sacred Science of the Circle at The Awakening Wellness Centre, located at 847 Fisgard St., Victoria, BC, a space dedicated to Chinese medicine and holistic well-being. This lecture explored the archetypes of the stars and the Cosmic Mother, weaving together visual imagery, mythic symbolism, and the principles of ancient Chinese medicine to illuminate the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit. My work invited viewers to experience the feminine divine not only as an archetypal force but as a living presence that guides healing, balance, and renewal. The accompanying lecture offered insights into how these archetypes manifest within the human body. By presenting the lecture and the exhibition within a Chinese medical centre, the show highlighted the resonance between ancient wisdom traditions and contemporary artistic exploration, emphasizing the ways in which the Cosmic Mother archetype nurtures, restores, and aligns human energy. This event reflected my ongoing mission through to integrate art, myth, and healing practice, offering a space where viewers can connect deeply with the sacred feminine and its transformative potential.
2009 Meditation Sabbatical, Cabo San Lucas, MX
In a profound journey of self-discovery, I retreated to the Mexican desert for an extended period of meditation and inner exploration, seeking to know the Divine Mother more deeply. Immersed in solitude and the vastness of the desert landscape, I encountered experiences of paramount significance that illuminated the cosmic presence of the Goddess and the ways in which divine energies manifest within the human body. This retreat became a crucible for insight, blending contemplative practice, intuitive awareness, and embodied understanding, allowing me to perceive the intimate relationship between the cosmos, the sacred feminine, and human consciousness. The time spent in this focused retreat profoundly shaped my artistic and spiritual work, deepening my connection to the Divine Mother and informing the archetypal and symbolic language that continues to guide my paintings, teachings, and explorations.
2008 Microsoft Canada, Vancouver BC
From April 28th to June 30th, 2009, I presented a mixed media art display on the Goddess at Microsoft Canada Inc., located at 1100–1111 West Georgia St., Vancouver, BC. This exhibition featured a series of works exploring the archetypes and symbolic presence of the Goddess, blending painting, collage, and other media to create layered, immersive expressions of the feminine divine. The collection highlighted the enduring relevance of the sacred feminine in contemporary life, offering viewers a contemplative experience that invited reflection on myth, spirituality, and human creativity. By presenting these works in a corporate environment, the exhibition created an unexpected dialogue between art, culture, and the modern workplace, fostering moments of awareness, inspiration, and connection. This display reflected my ongoing mission through to bring the presence of the Goddess into public spaces, encouraging both contemplation and the recognition of the divine feminine in everyday life.
2007 Losina Fine Arts Gallery, San Diego CA
I presented an art display at Losina Fine Arts Gallery, located at 3350 Sports Arena Blvd., Suite A, San Diego, CA, USA, during my studies, showcasing a body of work that reflects my ongoing study of the sacred feminine, and the Cosmic Mother. The exhibition combined visual artistry blending myth, meditation, and intuitive insight to create pieces that invite reflection, contemplation, and connection with the divine feminine. Through this display, I explored how the Spirit of the Great Mother manifests in both human consciousness and the creative process, offering viewers a layered experience that is simultaneously aesthetic, spiritual, and thought-provoking. The gallery setting provided an opportunity to engage with an audience attuned to both artistic innovation and cultural dialogue, highlighting the relevance of sacred feminine themes in contemporary art. This exhibition is part of my broader work through , which seeks to restore and celebrate the presence of the Goddess in both public spaces and individual experience.
2006 La Jolla Elementary, SD CA - Art Donation
My daughter and I contributed a collaborative art piece to La Jolla Elementary School, located at 7337 Girard Ave., San Diego, CA, as a gift to inspire creativity and connection within the school community. The work honors the presence of the Mother in all its forms—nurturing, protective, and life-giving—found within both men and women. Through its imagery and design, the piece invites students, educators, and visitors to recognize and celebrate the sustaining, generative forces that support growth, learning, and imagination. This donation serves not only as a visual enhancement to the school environment but as a lasting cultural and educational offering—a reminder of the profound influence of nurturing energies in shaping young lives. In sharing this work, we sought to illuminate the values of care, creativity, and inspiration, reflecting my ongoing mission to bring the sacred feminine and maternal presence into public and educational spaces, and to honor the enduring power of the Mother in all her expressions.
I warmly welcome opportunities to connect and collaborate with kindred spirits, visionary artists, and creative souls who feel called to honour the sacred feminine and the transformative power of art. If you are inspired to co-create meaningful projects, workshops, or experiences that awaken, heal, and celebrate the divine feminine, I would be delighted to hear from you. Together, we can explore ways to bring these visions to life, weaving beauty, insight, and inspiration into every endeavour. Please reach out—I look forward to discovering how our shared passions can unfold into something extraordinary.
— Kel Rae
