The Hermetic Marriage of Art & Alchemy

By Marlene Seven Bremner

The Hermetic Marriage of Art & Alchemy
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Narrated by Marlene Seven Bremner

Praise for
The Hermetic Marriage of Art & Alchemy

“When people use terms like “magical” to describe the work of the imagination they are straying much closer than they know to some of the deepest secrets of human existence. Those secrets are the alchemical prima materia of Marlene Seven Bremner’s latest book. Capably researched, vividly illustrated, and trenchantly argued, this is a treat for those who know their way around the realm of the magical imagination, and a revelation for those who are just setting foot on that potent and life-affirming path.”
—John Michael Greer, author of The Twilight of Pluto and The Druid Path 

“In 2022 her first book Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy was one of the great discoveries of the year for me. And this new volume makes me all excited again! I would not call it a sequel, but a way of going deeper into that magical realm, where alchemical thinking and practice meets the Art World. And what she tells us here—again with astonishing clarity for such a complex matter—is true for the Visual Arts, but also for the Performing Arts, Writing and other forms of creativity. Well, it is true for each and every creative expression of the human mind. Another gem from Marlene Seven Bremner, including the wonderful paintings that accompany the book.”
—Rudolf Berger, Performing Arts Professional and Creator of the Thoth Hermes Podcast

“Marlene Bremner’s Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy is an absolute must-read for anyone interested in the fascinating intersection of art and the occult. Marlene’s knowledge and passion will captivate any reader, making this book an indispensable companion for those seeking to unlock the mysteries of the unseen.”
—Jason Louv, Author, John Dee and the Empire of Angels and teacher at Magick.Me

““The artist is a kind of alchemist,” wrote the Idealist painter Jean Delville; this statement is what Marlene Seven Bremner so vividly demonstrates in The Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy. A remarkable work in scope and depth that explores art as alchemy, Bremner provides the ground for a much-needed discussion on the esoteric currents that have surfaced throughout various art movements such as Symbolism, Dada, and Surrealism. And in doing so, she articulates the basic premise of alchemy – that all creations arise from the same principles. Then, using these alchemical principles and processes, Bremner shows how to incorporate them into your work with clear, insightful descriptions of exercises for the artist/alchemist. The Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy is a “must-have” for anyone seriously working in or investigating the intersection of art and alchemy.”
—Brian Cotnoir, Author, Practical Alchemy, The Hermetic and Alchemical Zines, Alchemy: The Poetry of Matter, and On Alchemy

“The Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy is an unprecedented work in decoding the opacity of alchemical allegory and charting the pervasive cultural influence of esotericism. Its rich imagery discloses the intimate mechanisms of modernism within a panoramic assimilation of occult philosophy. Bremner evokes a textured interpretation of ancient arcana through informed and embodied knowledge of their processes, imparting effectual praxis for sacred operations that impel the reader toward spiritual and creative actualization.”
—Micki Pellerano, Artist, Astrologer, Host of 'Time Lord TV'  

“The Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy is a sumptuous examination of where our relationship with imagination and our capacity to create intersects with the spiritual and psychic realms. Bremner provides a rich look at the historical movements that have transformed the modern artistic and esoteric landscapes while providing the reader with an in-depth exploration of creation itself. A fantastic guide for both the artist and magical practitioner alike!”
—Laura Tempest Zakroff, author of Sigil Witchery and Visual Alchemy 

“Bremner envisions the integration of the modern-day practice of creative alchemy with a deep understanding of its representations in the visual and poetic arts. By locating imagination at the center, Bremner makes evident the hidden connections between alchemy and artists whose gaze initiates psychological change and spiritual evolution. This book is both an esoteric meditation and a feminist call to reclaim personal authority over consciousness and reject hierarchical ideologies in favor of personal exploration. This book is a must-read for historians of ideas, the arts, and practitioners of the esoteric.”
—Dr. Leslie Korn, PhD, MPH, Author of Rhythms of Recovery: Trauma, Nature, and the Body

Reviews of
The Hermetic Marriage of Art & Alchemy

Musing Mystical, by Alanna Kali
“What stands out the most about Bremner’s writing, compared to other books on alchemy that I’ve read in the past, is the imagery and descriptiveness of her writing that brings each alchemical stage to life. Her reference to different works, both literary and artistic, and her interpretation of the work helps the reader to see the artist’s intentions, and as a result better understand their own inner imagery waiting to be crafted in the physical realm.”…Click Here to read the Full Review.

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