Life, with creativity and imagination

Life is art. Make yours an original. A true expression of your creative dreams and talents. Something to make you proud.

No holding back now. No playing small or scared. It’s time to really go for it. We’ll support you every step of the way.

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a creative ecosystem

Hi. I’m Darlene. Writer, performer, explorer, master coach – and the founder of Lifescapers.

Think of Lifescapers as a creative ecosystem. A nurturing environment in which your creative life can flourish.

Your creative expression is a gift to the world and food for your own soul. I challenge you to make this the year you fully embrace your creative nature, set some ambitious goals and gift yourself the support you deserve.

Four Conversations to Transform Your Life and Change the World

This is a hopeful book. It’s about finding new sources of power when you feel powerless, and new possibilities when you feel boxed in. It will help you choose a creative response to any challenge that arises in your life.

Bad news, negative people and the pile up of one thing after another can create a downward spiral that drains your energy, shuts down your creativity and leaves you feeling confused and powerless.

The Conversations in this book will help you focus on what you want, reconnect to your strengths and resources, explore new perspectives and find new possibilities for productive action.

They will help you create real positive change in your life.

  

Come Away to Scotland

Join a small group of writers, artists, photographers and other creatives on expedition to the remote southwest coast of Scotland. Our purpose is to soak up the natural beauty, culture, and food of the region with all of our senses. And capture the essence of the place in words and images. Our destination is the village of Tighnabruiach, located on the Cowal peninsula, on the western arm of the Kyles of Bute. The price for this adventure is $5,500 CAD (tax included). Accommodation, local transportation, most meals and activities included in the price. May 8-15, 2026.

Our home away from home
Beautiful inside and out
All the comforts of home
The Kyles of Bute

Come Away to Newfoundland

Newfoundland hospitality is in a class of its own. As are the landscape, wildlife, food, music, literature and cultural traditions of this unique part of the world. I can’t wait to share it with you next summer.

We’ll make ourselves at home at Neddies Harbour Inn, right on the ocean and within the boundary of Gros Morne National Park. We’ll hike the Tablelands where the earth’s crust is close to the surface, cruise the land locked fiord that is Western Brook Pond, encounter wildlife, forage for wild food, spend time with locals to learn about aboriginal traditions, settler history, and the unique culture that makes this part of the world unique.

As with all our Expeditions, you can expect a high standard of lodging and food. The price for this adventure is $6,200 CAD (tax included). Accommodation, activities, guides and most meals are included in the price of the trip. It would be wonderful to have you join our party. August 15-22, 2026.

Hike the Tablelands
Cruise Western Brook Pond
Our Home Away From Home
Up Close With Wildlife
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A Middle Aged Woman in a Mini Cooper

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Introduction to Creative Ecology

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There’s Nothing More Pathetic Than Caution…

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