UPPERCASE
ISSUE #63 - Oct/Nov/Dec 2024
Creative Careers: Labyrinths, Kristen Winn
Janine Vangool, Publisher, Editor, Designer
UPPERCASE looks for authenticity. Effort. Raw talent. Personality. A unique—or universal—point of view.
Slow Loris
May 2024
Slow Loris “Nature Inspires Creativity” ad campaign
Photos by Diana Bartos
One of four local Bellingham artists selected to participate in Slow Loris’ seasonal ad campaign about nature inspiring art.
BEllingham Alive!
January 2024
The Magic in the Messy Middle: Labyrinth Artist Kristen Winn
by Anne Godenham
“With labyrinths part of what’s compelling about them is how they bring people together, in community.” …Winn has expanded her business to include labyrinth-focused private group facilitations and one-on-one guided labyrinth walks.
Southside Living
February 2024
Discover the Mystique of Labyrinths at Bow Sanctuary Wellness Center
Given an ever-growing mental health crisis, labyrinths are seeing a resurgence throughout the world. People are increasingly turning to this ancient art form to reduce stress, calm anxieties, quiet the mind and enhance creativity.
Whatcom Talk
November 2023
Bellingham Artist Kristen Winn Explores the Meaning and Magic of the Labyrinth
by Matt Benoit
In addition to building both permanent and temporary labyrinths, Winn hosts labyrinth experiences for individuals and groups. These experiences guide people through the use of labyrinths, whether for meditation, relaxation, fun, or to aid in navigating a life transition.
Cascadia Daily
September 2023
In Bow, a New Labyrinth Provides Pathway to Meditation
by Amy Kepferle
As an acrylic painter and illustrator known to sketch or paint everything from birds to abstract landscapes and inspirational experiences found during her travels, Winn said she thinks there’s an art form to holding space for people. As a facilitator, she’s been trained in how to hold that space before, during and after a walk.
Skagit Valley Herald
September 2023
New Labyrinth at Bow Sanctuary Offers Unique Meditation Space
by Emma Burrell
Winn’s goal with this labyrinth installation is to bring the community together, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic.
“As a society, and also personally, I think a lot of folks are facing major transitions and so it’s providing a path of certainty in uncertain times,” she said.