Secret Soul
To All My Guides, Who Work To Inspire Me
Catharine Crowe once said..
A great many things have been pronounced untrue and absurd, and even impossible, by the highest authorities in the age in which they lived, which have afterwards, within a very short period, been found to be both possible and true.

Painting with acrylics, pigment and gold leaf.

Painted in January 2007
Secret Soul belongs to the following groups:
The Healing Journey
Susie Mac
I love this! great work
Sophie Shapiro replied
Susie, I’m so sorry that I never replied earlier but I’ve only just noticed your comments! Thank you so much for your lovely words! I appreciate them!S
jomash
Amazing work
Sophie Shapiro replied
Joanne, it is by no accident that our paintings appeared side by side today! No accident at all! Believe me you will discover that over the next few weeks! I am here if you need me!Sx
jomash
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mufa
Delightful painting – caught my eye immediately
Sophie Shapiro replied
I’m glad you liked it! A very important painting in my private collection!S
LindaR
Sophie ~ this is most amazing ~ deep and beautiful ~ so glad I could see this today xx
Sophie Shapiro replied
Linda…you not only have to look at the painting…you must also remember the words of Catharine Crowe….’A great many things have been pronounced untrue and absurd, and even impossible, by the highest authorities in the age in which they lived, which have afterwards, within a very short period, been found to be both possible and true.’ I shall be thinking of you this week…you can be sure of that!Sx
LindaR
thank you Sophie ~ wonderful wisdom!
Jennifer Vickers
How lovely is this painting… Love what appears to my eye the blue bridge perhaps a crossing to deeper unstanding of the soul. Great painting.
Sophie Shapiro replied
Jennifer, thank you for your lovely words! This painting changes all the time and different incarnations appear. All bringing hope and understanding…Spirit works to inspire vision in all of us, we just need to be keen on accepting their enthusiasm and communicating that energy into our daily lives!Sx
circusgallery
great emotionally rendering abstract
Sophie Shapiro replied
Thank you for your kind words, I appreciate them! I shall come and visit your site later this evening!S
jlynn
Chaotic yet alluring,, very interesting:) Awesome work!
Sophie Shapiro replied
This painting is in my private collection. I don’t think I will part with it until I die. It changes so much, what you see one day is not longer there the next. Last year it hung in a very large mansion. Close to the entrance, people walking in and out. When I met them one evening, they all conveyed their dismay, at how the painting constantly changed. It’s interesting Lynn because I’ve never associated it with chaos…but I will think about it, and get back to you! I’m glad you liked it nevertheless!S
Julie Marks
I see a blue bridge that carries others to another dimension. This piece has great depth with a myriad of imagery to unveil the spirits that communicate with the help of your guides. The tall black figures can signal danger, but you seem to be unafraid of encountering the spiritual dimension that brings hope and peace for those like you who are inspired with a clear vision to see the most profound realms not available to consciousness. I can see your life has been deeply enriched that helps you deal with the adversity you cope with in your life.
Sophie Shapiro
Julie your comments are very interesting. I feel very fortunate in that I really am not afraid of my Spirit Guides. If there is something that may disturb me while I’m painting in a trance, I just tell them and it leaves. I really trust in the process. I have been told that my paintings are healing and many people from around the world have expressed those feelings. My Spirit Guides want to bring comfort in sorrow, misfortune, or trouble; alleviation distress or discomfort – to people who are suffering.Sx
Monk
This is a very valuable contribution to your portfolio. Powerful painting. Well done.
Sophie Shapiro replied
Yes this painting has something to do with clearing my Karma and provides me with inner peace. I’m very happy you like it! Thank you!S
PJ Ryan
this is beautiful sophie
there is a bridge .. and that is the connection between you and your guides … that bridge is your energy xx
Sophie Shapiro replied
Nicole you know how to use words! Thank you for them
Sx
PJ Ryan
my pleasure :) it’s what i see xx
T Design London
Fantastic painting.
Sophie Shapiro replied
Thank you for your comment! I apologise for not replying sooner! My very best wishes!S
Jakki O
Sophie…what an amazing piece! Love it
Sophie Shapiro replied
Thank you for your comment! I’m really glad you like this painting!S
stefano56
very good work. Gorgeous
Sophie Shapiro replied
Stefano I’m so pleased you like this painting, it always reminds me that we have strength of our own to preserver and continue to be patient towards the light of peace, healing and joy! You have been working very hard I shall come and visit your site shortly!S
Joe Valcourt/M...
Your work is a masterpiece of spirit and form. Your words just glorify what is already there. Joe
Sophie Shapiro replied
Joe you are so generous with your praise! Thank you for all your comments, time and support!Sx
Julie Marks
This is extraordinary on many levels. Your spirit shines through enhancing the power of your masterful imagery and beyond. You have been chosen by mediums to guide others as an exceptional human being. I noticed that I already commented on this exceptional piece. It is amazing that your outstanding artwork touches me so deeply on so many levels;the bride takes me to many places and traveling with you is always enlightening
opening up new vistas and portals to other worlds.
Julie Marks
Sophie, sorry for the typo. The bridge, not the bride takes me….. :))
Sophie Shapiro replied
The messages are clear to those who are ready to accept the simplicity and love that these paintings bring. There are blessings, delights and joy within them. The patterns and lights are Spiritually illuminating and open the doors of understanding. Thank you for all your comments Julie I appreciate them greatly! I really do!Sx
Dawnsky2
goodness there is so much to see here Sophie, the soul wonders over the dimensional bridge, and every one is oblivious to it as they walk underneath and continue with their lives,,beautiful :O)
Sophie Shapiro replied
I will quote the words of Ramadahn through the mediumship of Ursula Roberts….Value these years, and use them to polish the coin of your honesty, to strengthen the wings of your love, so that you may be prepared in these few short seasons of your earthly life for that which is still to come, so that glory upon glory, light upon light, truth upon truth, may unveil itself before the vision which has been purified and cleansed by the honest seeking after truth, the deep inward understanding of the self, whilst you are here in the ways of the earthly experience.
Kathie Nichols
This artwork takes me to many dimensions, different times in the history of our planet, like watching time merging with itself all happening at the same moment! Breathtaking art Sophie!!!!!
Sophie Shapiro replied
Kathie that is such a wonderful description of this painting! It changes all the time. You are right when you say it’s like the history of our planet. That’s why is changes so much! Fantastic Kathie…that really is the reason!Sx
aethiryn
i feel like im looking at a bridge that is attached to a locomotive house, forever moving in the twilight. as always, amazing talent and work.
Sophie Shapiro replied
It’s lovely to see you after such a long time! I hope you are well and happy? Thank you for your lovely words – I really appreciate them!Sx
Kathy Kuzma
wonderful colors, so expansive!
Sophie Shapiro replied
Kathy thank you for your comment! The colours are very vibrant. This is one of my favourite paintings!S
Milan Dobrojevic
Amazing work – love your gallery!!!
Sophie Shapiro replied
Milan thank you for these wonderful words! I really appreciate them…it’s very good that we admire each other’s work! You are also very, talented and have a wonderful portfolio which people should come and see!Sx
Vasile Stan
It’s amazing how everybody sees so many things and yet practically all different. I guess we all live in our own realities which from time to time intersect or touch one another. And then we simply say: WOW!
And this is exactly all I can say, my friend: WOW!
Touched.
Sophie Shapiro replied
Vasile, in Ancient or tribal cultures the teaching of the Soul were passed down by word of mouth from one generation to another. That is why traditional literature often has many levels of meaning, which is reflected by complex accretions of commentary. That is why I feel honoured that you have been touched by this painting which is really very beautiful and full of intuitive instinct. Thank you!Sx
Lucindawind
thisis an an amaxing piece .. I love the dark spirit soul
Makeba Kedem-D...
Hmmm? Indigo. Perfect balance. peace…
Sophie Shapiro replied
This Indigo keeps popping up! Does children play any role? This is a perfectly balanced painting…you are absolutely right! Thank you!Sx
pinkyjain
Sophie, this is pure beauty, so lovely, it captivates me
Sophie Shapiro replied
This is a very captivating painting that changes so much it’s quite amazing! Thank you for all your wonderful comments!!!!!!!! I really appreciate them!Sx
ktowers
gorgeous work
Sophie Shapiro replied
Thank you Kate for these lovely words! I do appreciate them!S
Alessandro And...
I just discovered your paintings and WOW I love them all.
This one is the one I love best. great colors and interesting variety of shapes and materials.
Excellent
Sophie Shapiro replied
Alessandro I’ve been at an art show and haven’t had very much time to respond to comments, so I apologies for taking so long to respond! Thank you for these wonderful words! I really appreciate them!Sx
John Fish
beautiful. I love this painterly technique and the wonderful little hidden surprise spaces of texture and pattern
Sophie Shapiro replied
John thank you for this wonderful comment! I, like you enjoy surprises and this painting is full of them! I really appreciate your feedback! Sx
coppertrees
Simply Perfect Sophie.
Sophie Shapiro replied
Thank you Vickie for your wonderful comment! Sorry I took so long to respond, but feel you’ll forgive me?Sx
coppertrees
No worries sweet one
Anna Sparks
Beautiful colors…I feel like I’m in it somehow.
Mariska
Really love this, wonderful…
Joyce Dickens,...
Strong and Dynamic….......very powerful and moving…...everytime I look at this I see it differently, and so it has taken me some time to post a comment Sophie my friend…..........Your work is captivating and inspirational; the depth in this is incredible, it’s like pulling me into it and sharing it’s strength….......awesome work once again!!! Hpe you are well, J
Sophie Shapiro replied
I am feeling better Joyce, thank you for your interest and concern. How are you….all busy getting ready for your exhibition. The Sparrows & I are all fixed on your success….remember that!Sx
liesbeth
The bridge of faith.. once we dare to take another step while the bridge seems to disappear we have reached understanding. To me it looks as if there is a person deciding on stepping onto the bridge or not.. and above this person is a Spirit waiting to see what this person wil decide..
Haven’t seen this painting before Sophie.. that it shows up for me to see it now gives reason to think. xx
Sophie Shapiro replied
Liesbeth, I don’t know how you missed this one! It’s one of my favourite but it’s good to see that the saying….It’s never too late.... applies to you as well…I hope you are well and enjoying your week!Thinking of you!Sx
Heloisa Castro
fantastic !!!
Sophie Shapiro replied
Thank you for your feedback and interest!Sx
Ingz
this is so beautiful
Sophie Shapiro replied
Thank you for your comment! I really appreciate your feedback and interest, wishing you a good week!Sx
Carol Berliner
Pure magic instant fav!
Sophie Shapiro replied
Carol – thank you for your positive feedback! I’m thrilled you like this painting it is in my own private collection! Wishing you a wonderful week!Sx
Marilyns
wow , title and then painting caught my eyes and soul ! it has so much deepness and light ! i love that blue , like a bridge leading to light and inner richness ,there is a lot of shadow also , but i feel it appears only because light is strong and not at all negative one !
Lucindawind
fabulous work dear Sophie ! xx
ellamental
I too see the blue bridge… allows us to change directions, how we see… deep magic!!!
Junior Mclean
coo!!
Ming Myaskovsky
I see our souls must travel or cross over this bridge, don’t look back but forward.
This is a chance for win, beautiful piece very peaceful!! :))