The Heart of Venus: Astrology, Herbalism and Love Magic

Join Astrologer Leah Samuels and Community Herbalist Brittany Drinnon to discuss the Venus archetype and enhance your self-love practice and rituals. In the cosmos, Venus forms a pentagram pattern in the sky, solidifying its connection to witchcraft and love magic. Venus assists in ushering sweetness into your life, and can offer support during times of heartache or grief. From how Venus expresses in your astrology chart, to herbal medicine, and offerings on your altar, this class provides tangible ways to help you form a relationship with the planet of love, worthiness, and pleasure.

Herbs and plants have a strong connection with Venus and its many facets. Generally associated but not limited to beauty, Venus has a rather expansive archive of herbs for; the heart, euphoria, pleasure, happiness and of course love in all forms. Many of these plants can also be key ingredients for rituals around Venus and it’s stature in all traditions. We will discuss this material as well as make your very own love potion! All supplies will be provided and are included in the price of your ticket.
*inclusive and affirming of all genders

Leah Samuels, creator of Moonlight Offerings, is enthralled with the ancient language of astrology.

Astrology gives voice and validation to our experiences and struggles. It paints a holistic picture, and serves as a soulful expression of our lives. Leah approaches your astrology chart with a lunar lens, working as an intuitive guide through the many phases and transitions life brings. As an astrologer, artist, and educator, Leah believes in individual & collective transformation through these creative mediums. The Moon is her muse. Leah has a Virgo Sun/Sagittarius Moon/Pisces Rising. She is passionate about painting, social justice, & magick. Leah trained under the brilliant author & late astrologer Kelly Lee Phipps and completed the Tao of Astrology course. She studied Fine Art, Education, and Contemplative Psychology at Naropa University and Art Education at MSU Denver. Leah was a teacher before she was an astrologer, and it is her dream to combine these two skill sets to offer astrology classes & workshops to you. Come sit with her at Ritualcravt, and learn much more at www.moonlightofferings.com and connect with Leah via Instagram @moonlight_offerings

BRITTANY V. DRINNON
Brittany is a community herbalist with a deep adoration for plants.

She works closely with the herbs and botanical elements that are connected to her Samoan and Japanese ancestors. Brittany respects and honors the roots of herbalism and peoples from which this knowledge comes from. She focuses on social justice healing and the herbal connection with the death positive movement. Her background is a blend of guidance from local, experienced mentors and her own focus and drive. She’s a Ritualcravt manager and part of the house witches who tend to the the shop. Brittany believes that the wild spirit of plants want to connect with us if we are willing to listen. Follow her work on Instagram at @overgrown_nightshade