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Adam Pacio
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Artist, Writer, World Builder, Gamer, LGBTQ Activist, Modern Occultist, Fantasy Cartographer, Manhattan NYC Contrarian committed to Life Out Loud. Recovering from a stroke, reinventing life as a creator.
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Like it or not, I'm getting better at editing videos in Premiere. I'm still gathering assets and taking shots for this one, but I think I'll be generating a new video per mandala every couple of days now. I need to get them all done.

Solar Disc Mandala is up first.
salr disc mandala painting by Adam Pacio.
December 13, 2025 at 10:51 PM
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I'm beginning to put together the evergreen product videos, starting with my Solar Disc Mandala. Turns out Envato Elements has launched a new UI for their site.
Screenshot of Envato Elements showing their new UI.
December 13, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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Feeling weighed down by a tough year? Instead of making resolutions, focus on small repairs in your life. One small victory at a time can lead to bigger changes. You've got this! 💪✨ #NewYear #Motivation #SmallVictories #MentalHealth
Screenshot essay titled 'A Single Piece of Brief Advice For The New Year If the Old Year Kicked the Crap Out of You and Left You Hurting'. The body text discusses overcoming a difficult year and advises against making New Year's resolutions for 2026. Instead, it encourages focusing on small improvements, such as cleaning a corner of a desk or organizing laundry. It emphasizes the importance of small victories in daily life, indicating that these can lead to substantial change over time. The author expresses support and understanding for those struggling, reminding them to concentrate on making repairs rather than feeling pressured to set resolutions.
December 11, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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Start the day soft. Before the rush, before the list—just you and the light. 🧘‍♀️
Turn your morning into a ritual with the Solar Disc Mandala.
Wake up with intention at AdamPacio.com
#MorningRitual #SolarDisc #MeditationSpace #AdamPacioArt
December 11, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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#mandala #artquotes
December 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Dreaming up the new year? Do it comfortably. 🕯️
Wrap up in the Emerald Arrows Mandala and find your direction for 2026. Your future is waiting.
Shop the collection at AdamPacio.com
#2026Goals #EmeraldArrows #Mandalas #AdamPacioArt
December 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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#mandala #artquotes
December 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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What's coming from the chaos of spinning up an online gift shop for my art! open.substack.com/pub/pacio49/...
December 9, 2025 at 8:46 PM
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Quiet moments in the kitchen at 2 AM. The world sleeps, you dream. 🍪
Wrap up in the Melek Taus Mandala and reclaim the night. Your sanctuary is waiting.
Shop the warmth at AdamPacio.com
#NightOwl #MidnightVibes #MelekTaus #CozyCore #AdamPacioArt
December 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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#mandala #artquotes
December 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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I'm still in the learning curve portion of things, but I'm learning a lot as I go, and getting the time down for each subsequent image prepped.

AFTER 1 hour setup:
The same comforter image as above, except the white comforter in the image has been given the coloring of one of the mandala paintings, the Solar Disc Mandala. The singing bowl and curtain and the hardwood floor remain unchanged.
December 8, 2025 at 9:04 PM
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I know I should 'save it for the ads', but I've been learning how to make product mockups through hand compositing in Photoshop using AI-generated scenes with 'blanks' in them. This is proving to be an essential skill.

BEFORE:
AI-generated image with a white comforter on the floor of a morning meditation scene.
December 8, 2025 at 9:04 PM
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#artquotes #artist #mandala
December 8, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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#artquotes #artist #mandala
December 7, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Even the torchbearer needs rest. 🔥
You can't pour from an empty cup or fight for a better world without a safe harbor.
This is your base camp. Wrap yourself in your ideals. We have work to do tomorrow.
Find sanctuary: 👉 AdamPacio.com
#Liberty #RestIsResistance #AdamPacioArt
December 6, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Navigating the world of art can feel daunting, especially when it seems pretentious. Discover three key things to look for in artwork that can guide your opinions and spark conversation—even at dinner parties! #ArtAppreciation #ModernArt #CulturalConversation #ArtCritique
Screenshot essay titled 'Three Things You Can Always Look For In Considering a New Artwork When You Don't Know Where to Start With Something You Honestly Kinda Think Is Pretentious, Or At Least, Above Your Current Tax Bracket.' The essay discusses the perceived pretentiousness of art, contrasting established art institutions with unconventional art pieces. It provides humorous commentary on the challenges of discussing art at social gatherings and offers three key observations: 'Gasp & Ooh,' which captures the visual surprise and appreciation; 'Bowouf?', representing the confusion in unexpected artistic elements; and 'Loud Silence,' highlighting moments of contemplation. The essay concludes with practical advice on how to respond to inquiries about art.
December 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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#artquotes #artist #mandala
December 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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It’s hard juggling a business AND finding time to keep making the art that matters to me. I need to start putting in the time on the art FIRST. Here’s tonight’s WIP on The Obsidian Grandmothers Mandala.
rainbow petroglyphs of 'the grandmothers', manifesting rainbow hues across the spectrum and delivering lightning bolts of realization into the beehive necklace of Amber and Jet, symbolizing life. Work in Progress. A rainbow spectrum ribbon encircles the Grandmothers.
December 6, 2025 at 5:47 AM
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Feeling burnt out? 💥 Discover why "powering through" can harm your productivity and why taking breaks is your best strategy! Your brain, body, and choices will thank you. 🧠✨ #Productivity #MentalHealth #WorkLifeBalance #SelfCare
Screenshot essay titled 'Four Reasons Why "Powering Through" is a Scam and Taking a Break is Actual Strategy'. The essay discusses the negative impacts of neglecting rest, illustrated by a personal story of suffering health consequences from overwork. It critiques the notion of relentless productivity with metaphors about vehicles and brain function. The text emphasizes four key arguments: 1. The brain requires downtime to process information effectively; 2. Individuals are not disposable, and taking breaks is essential for long-term productivity; 3. Napping represents a rejection of a productivity-focused economy, asserting personal control; 4. Fatigue impairs decision-making, thus breaks help restore clarity and focus.
December 5, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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#artquotes #artist #mandala
December 5, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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#mandalas #holidaygiftguide #melektaus #peacock #peacockangel
December 4, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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Discover how Carl Jung harnessed the power of mandalas for personal healing and order! From daily art therapy to creating sacred spaces, explore the transformative role of these circles in navigating life's chaos. #arttherapy #mandala #jung
Screenshot essay titled 'Three Ways that Carl Jung Used Mandalas to Help Put Life in Order.' The text discusses Carl Jung's use of mandalas for personal expression and therapy. Key points include: 1) Daily Art Therapy, where Jung painted mandalas each morning as part of his healing process; 2) The significance of the circular format, referred to as 'Magic Circle,' which symbolizes a sacred space for integrating chaos into order; 3) The Instinct of Self Preservation, where Jung believed circles offer a defensive boundary for the psyche, representing safety and control over one's reality.
December 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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#artquotes #artist #mandala
December 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Solar Disc Velveteen Plush Blanket in my Holiday Warmth Collection - direct product link below. #mandala #holidaygiftideas #blanket #velveteenplush
December 3, 2025 at 10:47 PM
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Curious about modern Mandala art? Discover four essential insights that bridge its rich cultural roots in Nepal and Tibet with its contemporary applications in the West. Dive into the world of creativity, mindfulness, and self-discovery! #artist #mandala #mandalaartist #arthistory
Screenshot essay titled 'Four Things to Keep In Mind When Appreciating Modern Mandala Art For Curious Westerners & Non-Buddhists'. The text discusses the author's experience as a NYC artist exploring Mandala art. It outlines four key points: 1. Definition in Language - explaining the meaning of Mandala as 'Circle' in Sanskrit. 2. Folk Art Origins - detailing how Mandalas are a category of Nepalese and Tibetan tangkas, arranged geometrically for meditation. 3. Buddhist Guided Visualizations - describing Mandalas as tools in Tibetan Buddhism for visualization and Western occult practices. 4. Art Therapy and Mindfulness Tools - highlighting Carl Jung's use of Mandalas in art therapy for self-awareness and patient treatment.
December 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM