What are they saying? TESTIMONIALS
for Shiloh Sophia’s Art & Workshops

“Trusting in Divine Abundance” is in my bedroom where I see it every morning as I open my eyes and every evening as I get ready to enter the dreamtime. I fell in love with this painting because it feels so alive, celebratory, and filled with warmth and awe. No matter what mood I am in, spending a few moments with this painting melts away any negativity and fills me with gratitude and a huge inner smile. She has the sun within her. Her gaze up toward Spirit and those juicy fruit remind me how blessed and fragrant life is. I loved the cat snuggled in her arms. One month after purchasing this, my wonderful 17 year old cat who had been ill made his transition. I feel his loving presence and hear him purring as I look at this art. Shiloh Sophia is an amazing artist who truly creates living art: you can feel the passion, the beauty, the aliveness and the sacredness in all her artwork and I feel blessed to have this painting in my life.”
-Havi Mandell

Creative Inspiration

“When I read your Red Thread Letters, I feel you wrote those words to me. Taking your courses is what I feel has been the thread of hope for me. I am following the thread out of the cave back into the sunlight. I have studied with a lot of teachers over the years and when I heard your voice, I felt that I had come home. You spoke my language, you knew pain and heartache, joy and ecstasy. I knew it. I feel that you are truly a “sister” who has been through it, a sister who does not judge. “Ah…strength with compassion!” -D. from the UK

“You are a light in my storm a kind word in a harsh world, everytime I open one of your letters my load is lifted. I am gratefull and I look forward to one day hooking up with your magical invitations but for themean time I send love blessings hope joy and gratitude for you sharing of your heart and soul.” -Sister Jessie

“Shiloh Sophia McCloud has an uncanny understanding of the the heart and soul of a woman was able to provide me with the toolbox, using right and left brain creative practices, to discover what really matters to me.  She is, at the same time, both reverent and irreverent and adds bright sparkle to the room, while teaching us to do the same!  Being with Shiloh is a magical experience each and every time, so I spend time with her often.” – shero Canada

“You are my personal shero and the one who is making me rise to a higher level personally.” – J.L.

“Your passion for helping women connect and transform to be their best, truest selves is one of your shining gifts benefiting us all.” – Lois Wong

“Thank You so much Rev. Shiloh. What you share with us is life for Artist. I just received your Her Evolution, It blew my mind, woke me up, fed my spirit. It energized me I stayed up for two days straight working on this journal, wow! Thank you again. Be Blessed.” – Rene Patton

“It has been 2 years since that incredible day I spent with you and all those lovely ladies in Healdsburg. I often think back to the defining moment as we sat around the circular table for lunch and each woman in turn spoke to the importance of me writing a children’s book. And what a journey it has been to arrive at the finished product (well almost). I would like to take this moment to acknowledge your hand and heart in bringing this book out into the world. You and your work are truly inspirational and I thank you for all that you offer. The galley copies of my book “Lotus and the Golden Pearl” will be ready in about a month and I am wondering if I could send you a copy. I would love for you to be one of the first people to read it and if you like it maybe you could write an endorsement for the book (though not necessary). Please let me have an address where I can send the book. With Love and Gratitude.” – Libby

“Shiloh is a woman of great faith and rich insight. Her work offers a very useful tool to help us on our path.” –Richard N. Bolles, What Color Is Your Parachute?

“You are POWER and LIGHT, a beacon that guides us to fulfillment and happiness!” -S.W.

Journals

“You truly are an inspiration to me! I’m in the process of working on the workbook I got and I just can’t get enough of it.” – Carmelina Huerta-Grant

“I love Shiloh McCloud’s Color of Woman Journals! They bring out the creativity in me. The thick pages allow me to use any medium my heart desires. They are great fun and I am still coloring!” – Louise L. Hay, You Can Heal Your Life and Empowering Women

“A wonder creative sanctuary designed to inspire a spiritual journal. Filled with 30 beautiful images, each of which holds the image of woman as Creator. 120 thick pages, so almost any medium can be used. A space to play, dream, heal, pray and create. I was so excited I wanted to jump right in and color.”– Feminist Bookstore News

“Using her own images and words, Shiloh inspires us to find our own voice, the artist that lives within. This work encourages us to live out loud!”- Rose Offner, Journal to the Soul & Journal for the Soul of Teenagers

“First I want to share that I am in love with my journal!!! It is a deep and amazing space for me to process, heal, collect precious “heart speak” from old journals and create imagery with materials I haven’t used before! What a gift this work you do is!!!”- Carmit Bat-Shalom, Musician

“I bought “Her Evolution” as a gift for Christmas! She is going to love it. Two friends and I bought our “Her Evolution” journals over the summer in your Mendocino gallery. I have been having so much fun pasting lots of wonderful things into mine. I was just describing to my boyfriend how it feels to be keeping a sacred record of myself. It feels, for me, similar to that excitement when all of my friends from high school sign your yearbook with sweet words at the end of senior year. But, now the sweetness is from me and for me! I love writing, scrap booking and creating art with positive intentions for myself, my soul. This practice in “Her Evolution” has caused a major shift in my journey of worthiness and self-love. Thank you for being such a contribution to my life. Your words and art is breathtaking. Much gratitude, loving and trusting.” – Megan O’Brien, Cafe Gratitude

Awakening the Artist

“Thank you, Shiloh, for all that you have taught me about painting, life & so much more. I am the artist that I am today because of your support & wisdom. Without you, I never would have been able to paint this or live the lifestyle that I’m now living. You’re an angel!” ♥ -Susan Risse

“Growing up, my creative expression was not always appreciated and encouraged. My own beliefs about this have held me back from really being the artist I long to be. This mentorship has taught me what a price my soul has paid for denying the creative energy that flows so freely through me. My intention this morning is to rid myself of these old beliefs that do not serve me. I want to clear them away to make room for what will come. What a blessing to be here. Thank you for all that you have taught me and for being so generous with your heart.”  -Tamara Empero, Leading A Legendary Life On-Line Course

“I am sitting in my studio for the first time, ready to paint after not painting for 4 years. I went to your page and you inspired me. I felt the color and love of your palette. I just wanted to thank you for the inspiration and to let you know that our red threads go out into places when we aren’t aware of it. I am going to mix my palette, now.”  -M.D

“Our search for the divine feminine begins in our own lives. Color of Woman Journals will escort you to the deep places within you…She will be found there.” – Patricia Lynn Reilly, A God Who Looks Like Me, Be Full of Yourself and Imagine A Woman

“I am writing to you to thank you for your amazing journal/coloring book, Her Evolution. I got it as a gift from my mother, and have spent the last 6 months using it to process and reflect upon all the changes that have recently occurred in my life.  My husband is currently serving in the military over in Iraq, and we moved to Jacksonville, NC back in February with just enough time to find an apartment and then say goodbye. My whole family is in California, so when my husband left, I felt so many emotions and had nothing to do but cry and pray for his safe return. My mom gave me your book as a gift, and from the first stroke of colored pencil on the first page I chose to work on, I honestly felt a sense of my emotions being released onto the page. I brought the book back with me to North Carolina, where I began a nightly tradition of coloring and listening to music. The black and white pages started to fill with color, and  my once worried mind became clear as I told my story on paper. I included poems, quotes, song lyrics, and bible verses to the pages, and created a sort of memoir that documented the transformation from a woman who was worried and lonely, to one who now has more faith, hope, and light than I did before my husband left.   I hope my story inspires you to continue creating such wonderful art, and that I have reminded you that you are touching the lives of more people than you know. My mother is so intuitive and she always knows what my soul is needing – and I am so grateful that she gave me your book. My husband will be home in 14 days, and I am so excited to show him the artwork I created in your book. But i am especially proud to show him the strong, positive, faithful woman I have become while he was gone. Thank you again, and may God bless you in all your adventures.” – Kelly Crittenden

“I love your frankness of your journey in the journals that you have created.  I think it helps release many women of the shame that they might feel because of the struggle that they go thru.  I also believe that your journals help women put words to what they are experiencing on their inner journey & then thru the art can emerge thru the pain & the grief that they hold so deep inside. Thank you Thank you Thank you for the incredible work that you do.” – Anon

Artwork and Commissions

Emotional Responses to Shiloh’s Artwork

“My name is Jimmy and I recently purchased your “Eye on the World.” Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! for creating such a beautiful piece of art. I could go on forever about it, but I’ll be brief.  Amazing. Someday I hope to meet you and ask you a few questions about the piece. There is so much to it. I have always enjoyed art and I hoped someday to own a piece, and this is my first original. Anyway, thanks again.” – Jimmy, Northern California

“I came across your amazing artwork by noticing the beautiful cover of the Feb. ’09 Natural Awakenings magazine. Soon after, I searched your website and viewed an interview of you on YouTube. I am beyond impressed with your immense talent, your love of art, your passion for helping people through creativity, and simply your kind and peaceful presence!” – M.D., New York

“How wonderful!!! My husband was so taken by this painting that he couldn’t stop thinking about it. It is very unusual for him to have such a strong reaction to art, so we knew She was important and needed to come home with us. I am familiar with your other works and books; it was such an honor to be in your gallery.” – Kimberly Cress

“To truly love you must open yourself to all of life’s pleasures and disappointments. Without both of these emotions life is meaningless. In the “Generous Soul” I see a woman who has lived and carries that wisdom in her heart. The piece is perfect in more ways then you will ever know. Thank you for the inspiration to live, as one should, completely alive and compassionate in nature. I promise to live my life as a reflection of this piece.” – Christine Gilb

“I am learning on a daily basis how if I am willing & open to going into the depths of my feelings & experiences, that I emerge on the other side more solid, more whole, more at peace.  Your work personifies that & I thank you for that.  Your work has been a part of this process of discovery for me.  Your work resonates down into my soul.  As it has with a dear friend of mine.” – Anon

Gallery Experiences

“I walked into the gallery where your pieces were hung and I have never in my life been moved by art until that moment. I have heard people talk about how pieces of art move them and I had always hoped I would experience this…..and I have with your work. THANK YOU!!” -L. Woodward

“From age 14 I have known the power Shiloh’s work possesses. I was gifted my first painting and since then I have continued to collect her work. I now own 6 works of art and will continue to collect for as long as she wants to paint.” – Esmi Rennick 21 years old

Inspiration to other Artists

“Just a happy note to let you know how much I enjoyed your web page. My friend recently visited and viewed your work in Mendocino and said she couldn’t wait to tell me all about it. My personal art style is very similar to yours. When I visited your web page I was moved by the beautiful colors and whimsical strokes that seem to illuminate from your work. Because art is a healing outlet for me I felt a lot of emotion when viewing your pieces. The spirituality in your art shines like a beacon offering strength and hope and everything else that seems to reassure women. As a 25 year old female, struggling to find myself and some meaning in a sometimes very critical world, it’s art like yours that helps keep my heart full of love… for myself and for others. Thank you for sharing your gift to the world. Small things with great love seem to have a beautiful ripple effect.”  – Melissa

“Oh my! I just love you and your magical poetic writing. I need to tell you a truth: You have changed my life around. And I have once again begun to create. I have a new set of tubes of watercolors. I don’t know how to use them yet but can’t wait to get started. Thank you for your emails, your wonderful art journal that I use, your poetry that has inspired me to write more, and my life. It was art that has pulled me out of my miserable existence up from the depths of 5 suicide attempts. I now have truth to live by and art to hold me together. Thank you.” -LW

One on One Coaching

“Shiloh is a master at taking the ideas in your head and getting them onto paper so that they literally breathe life. Shiloh could ignite the creative spark in anyone – I’ve witnessed it myself as she has guided me and challenged me into creative expression that I always knew I had but didn’t have the road to get to. Spending time with Shiloh at her Red Thread Cafe not only births beautiful art, it is the place where your great work in the world becomes real and tangible in a form that people can connect to and interact with. She creates beautiful form like no one I know and has the ability to inspire it right out of you too!” – Christine Arylo, author of Choosing ME before WE and the upcoming Madly in Love With ME (birthed at the Red Thread Cafe).

“As a coach myself, I knew on an intellectual level that coaching is a key element to success. But on a personal level, I had never taken the time out to be coached. Deciding to engage Shiloh as MY coach is one of the resoundingly positive decisions of my life! Her get-it-done method of coaching, combined with her ability to envision my success has made it possible for me to make enormous strides towards turning my passions into an encore career.  Thank you, Shiloh, from the bottom of my heart!!!”  -Nancy Harris

“Shiloh helped me clarify what has been in my heart and on my mind for a very long time. I am transitioning in my career and life and had not been able to pinpoint the exact issues to be resolved or the directions I needed to take to move forward. Shiloh gave me relevant “homework” to help guide me towards finding answers. She listened with her heart and heard between the words what was in my heart. I felt empowered, challenged, and supported and I look forward to working with her more to unravel the steps leading to the next evolution of me.” – Marie Howell

“Shiloh is a goddess send. A severe tragedy entered my life. I was once very creative and never thought those divine doors would open for me again, then along came Shiloh McCloud, she is showing me the way back to the path as it unfolds day by day, I feel so blessed to have found her. Working with her is joyful and powerful on many levels. My life is turning around and so much of it has to do with her, she is great at bringing the focus back to what is truly important. Blessings.” -Maria Graham

Teaching and Workshops

Color of Woman

“I have participated in many training groups of all sorts over the past 20 years, and The Color Of Woman sister tribe is beyond anything I have encountered. The commitment, care, and unending support for one another is a true heart connection that will last a lifetime. This has been an amazing blessing and joy in my life, and I am so grateful I said ‘Yes’ to this opportunity. It has ignited the passion that I had always yearned for.” – Flora Aube (flora-aube.fineartamerica.com)

“The Color of Woman training was a catalyst for my transformation into a professional artist/writer/teacher I had been working on all of these areas for some time. But there was an expansive coming-together and self-knowledge of my creative and business presence that was triggered through Color of Woman that has brought me to a much deeper and more expansive level of work. There were many victories but the ones that are deeply significant to me are launching a new website/blog and being juried into a show at a fabulous local art gallery.” – Marie Howell (letterfromgrandmotherbee.com)

“The first time I painted with Shiloh I spent the entire weekend smiling and full of joy. I walked away wanting to live my life doing the kind of work Shiloh was doing. When the opportunity came to apply for the Color of Woman training, my heart filled out the form before my head had stopped rejoicing this course was being offered. The training is incredibly supportive on many levels and has enabled me to get myself out into the world with confidence, self honor, and integrity. My paintings are in art shows and workshops are underway and this is all due to Shiloh, Sue, Caron, and Mary’s amazing teachings.” – Annette Wagner (annettewagnerart.com)

“There simply are not the words to describe my heart-filled gratitude for Shiloh McCloud and the Color of Woman tribe. When the program began I was not sure if I’d fit and where my path was leading. In 4 short but tremendously exciting months I have completed 6 beautiful paintings, had a gallery opening, sold copies of paintings, created a website and led my own workshops. Shiloh is an expert at sharing knowledge, supporting women and creating a sacred container. On top of that, (I know, more?!) I met the most amazing group of women from all over the US who quickly became my soul sisters and provide support like no other.” – Jessica Bowman (creativityandthedivinefeminine.com)

“I am so grateful for all you have shared and are sharing, all you have taught and are teaching. I feel amazingly alive and loving embracing being an artist and you are the inspiration and catalyst and muse and art and soul teacher that is making all of this possible. I love you and the brightness and fullness of who you are.” – Havi Mandell (Color of Woman teacher)

“This Color of Woman journey has been and will continue to be, amazing.  The deep deep connections with this sister tribe, and Shiloh, Mary, Caron and Sue as our mentors/teachers/guides, is such a blessing.  I have found my heart/soul passion and thus, have found my true voice.  I will be sharing my own personal journey thru my art, and classes, with the intention of sparking or seeding hope, joy, healing, forgiveness and acceptance of self,  thru Spirit infused creativity.” – Wendy Christine Hassel (aka Weaver)

Black Madonna

“On the connection part to the Black Madonna, amazing things have happened, I can’t even describe. My daughters and I now have made a commitment to go every Mother’s day to take her flowers, and I’m on my way to take my mom to the Vatican!! (long story).  On the art side, I feel now that I have a new power. I have freedom, I don’t have to be bound to a picture to create something beautiful. I can be creative. I can use gold and glitter. I can always start over. Your wisdom has touched me deeply.” – Isabel Oliver

Leading a Legendary Life

“THIS class began a journey into my creative heart I’d have never imagined….in it, I picked up a paint brush and put it to canvas for the very first time. I have not stopped painting since….it changed my life….really. I’m now proudly claiming the life of a “working artist, writer and teacher” – TM Legendary Life

“I am thrilled with this opportunity to be mentored by you and to be with our inspiring group of legendary ladies. I am excited to see what blossoms from our time together and how this practice of intentional creativity continues to inform my beautiful life. You have created such a precious opportunity for me and women everywhere to dance with their wild and courageous selves. Yahoo!!” – Karen McGinn

“I have loved this course so much, and feel so blessed that you are willing to continue. I have WAY more gratitude for your beautiful heart and for the way that you honor the sacred in the art process than I can ever fully express. And I have WAY more gratitude than I can ever express for the way that this course has brought back a part of me that I had cut off years ago, and that I desperately needed back to complete the me I know I am meant to be.. These last 6 months have done just that. I have my creative self back, and I will never ignore her again!” – JENNY JONES

“Dearest Shiloh of my heart, Thank you for making this class available to us. Your vision and your hard work are changing my life. When I wrote my Chronicles, I had no idea that my life had been leading somewhere. It wasn’t until I put it all down that I saw that my spirit had been there all the time. Through thick and thin, I was there. Thank you for that gift. Thank you for teaching me how to paint and especially how to paint with my heart. You have been so generous to share your talent and your methods. I am proud to be a Cosmic Cowgirl and forever grateful for our connection.” – Love, Nancy