2nd edition of the this best selling classic text by Karen L French Delve into the creative process, into the heart of existence and its composition of geometry, energy of light, vibrant colours, and the Classical Elements of water, fire, earth and air. Wonder at how nature exploits all these things in her myriad of creations. Discover how sound carries the geometric code in its waves of vibration that activate, energise and change as it moves through all of Her creations. When light, sound and the Classical Elements are incorporated into the Gateway to the Heavens the vibrant Gateway to Becoming model is established, summarising the alchemical creative process. When imbued with intent the latent power of this model is formidable. Our ability to be creative is a truly incredible faculty. So is our resourcefulness as we employ the myriad of Nature's materials around us in our own resourceful endeavours. Our creativity as a science blended with spirituality invokes the alchemical fusion of materials, light, sound, symbolism and the power of intent to produce living works of art. Encompassing nature, science, art, architecture, and spirituality, and illustrated with over 1,200 images and illustrations, plus the inspiration of insightful quotes.