Welcome to a place where art meets wild wisdom everyday
Each piece you find here—whether a mug, pillow, tote-bag, journal, postcard, or magnet—is more than something useful to brighten your day. In these changing and uncertain times, these pieces bring a whisper of wisdom from the natural world. A reminder from the Spirit Animals who walk with us, often unseen. They invite you to reach for them. To hold them as they hold us. Or to share their wisdom.
This project was born from three mothers—a daily art practice, life-long loving observation of animals, and an immersion in myth, symbol, and story. The spark was lit by Covid. It shut down the school where I taught art, history, and civics. I needed an anchor in the storm. My daughter gave me an iPad to create art. To learn to use it, I decided to use animals as my subject.
The first animal I painted was Rooster. When I finished, he seemed like he wanted to be on a mug. As you know, Roosters are insistent. He kept after me until I gave him what he wanted. And PittaPat was born.
The world shifted with Covid. For all of us. It reminded many of us of the power of Mother Nature. We’re not separate from her. We are of her. The animals are part of our lineage. With something to teach us—if we’re listening.
I create each design as both a meditation and an offering—infused with symbolism, intention, and love. These spirit animals aren't just art; they’re invitations. To return to your own instincts. To remember the wisdom of your body. To rest when you need to rest, like Hedgehog. To seize the moment like Hare. To cherish your community like Penguin. To manage your energy like Walrus. To speak your truth like Parrot. To embrace the mystery like Crow. To carry the sacred through the everyday.
My name is Pat Collins and this shop is my way of sharing what’s helped me stay anchored and inspired through chaos: creativity, connection, and reverence for the wild.
The blog is an extension of this meditation—an exploration of each animal. In drawing them, I first study them—from their biology to their stories. In myth and symbol. To what they can tell me about survival, about how to live with integrity in difficult times.
Whether you're here for a mug that makes your morning sacred, a pillow that comforts with meaning, or a journal to hold your truth. Or whether you’re here to find a gift for a friend or loved one to hold and carry—I’m honored you’ve found your way here.
May you find the spirit that speaks to your journey. And may it walk with you, wherever you're going.
With gratitude,
Pat
