year ending

Well it has been an interesting year in which I have travelled across the country as an events medium for Frightnights. Working in the paranormal field and meeting a lot of very lovely people has been a very rewarding experience. To have helped some in their own efforts to further their own development and to have provided evidence of survival of death, along with the closure it has brought for them is truly an uplifting experience and would like to thank those people for allowing my own spirit to soar.

I have been working hard on my own mediumship asking my friends in spirit for the preverbial boot up the backside, should have known better, be careful what you ask for.

I also met and for a short time spent some time with a beautiful woman, alas it was not to work out, wishing her the best however.

This coming year promises to be one of achievement and builds upon the foundations laid this year.

Last but by no means least, thank you to all my friends for just being you

best wishes

Ian

ghos events

I have recently visted the Hell Fire Caves at West Wycombe and to be honest it did not live upto the hype I had heard about. Clearly there are energies there, however it was not that active on my visit.

This being said however, there must be reasons for the hype, is it merely down to the fact that the members of the Hell Fire Club met there or something else. Please make a visit and come to your own conclusions.

The Galleries of Justice once again lived upto its reputation having experienced some paranormal activity - the report from this event will appear soon on my webpages (www.aura-artz.co.uk)

Dragon Age

Just downloading Dragon Age digital edition - hopefully it will live up to the hype....

Burton Court Manor

The spirit energy of a maid by the name of Margaret Cummins made her presence known to me. She was attired in a dark heavy dress and attired as a maid. Her build was fairly roomy and large busted and told me that she was an amicable woman and in a state of mourning, hence the black. There was a loud noise heard outside the room and heard by all in the room.

One of the more startling occurrences was the fact of one of the groups all reporting the visage of a person walking outside the doorway into the room. So real was this that the light coming in from the skylight opposite the door was blocked. People also reported that the person was carrying a light which gave off a bluish tinge.

Was this the spirit of Margaret Cummins, the maid in mourning? why not visit this location yourself on an organised paranormal event. I have to state that this venue is definately living up to its reputation of being Haunted - dare you enter

For full report visit www.aura-artz.co.uk and for organised event visit www.frightnights.co.uk

Buckingham Gaol

We did not come into this area on the walkabout due to its smaller size. As a smaller group however we came into the cell to conduct a vigil during the evening. We were not long in the cell before there was quite a loud noise, and we put it down to the fact that the door of the cell was not quite closed, essentially there is an inner and outer door, the inner one was not quite closed, so it could be attributed to this. One of the group remarked that their torch had been moved
whilst hanging at her hip, and a second person remarked at feeling quite sick.

There was the spirit energy of a policeman/prison guard wearing a long dark coat, and reminded me a little of the early peelers. He had dark hair, was clean shaven and of a tall thin build. He told me that he was a policeman, and then one of the group remarked that the prison had at one time been used as a police station at the time consummate with
the time period of the peelers. The spirit of the man told me his surname of Pritchard.

Whilst playing back the recording in order to type this report there is a distinctive knocking sound as if on a padded door and can be heard quite loudly and occurred 11 minutes into
the vigil itself. There was also a loud banging noise which we associated with the other vigil group being conducted in the bottom room, yet upon asking if they had banged any doors
and providing a time for this, they reported that no one had banged anything, though they had reported hearing a noise and associated it with us.

Tuition

Having undergone development classes to further enhance my mediumship abilities, I can understand the frustration some people have at not being able to find a group nearby whereby they too can take their abilities further.

Over the past 13 years, I have both read and studied a wide range of material, along with serving many Spiritualist churches across a wide area of the country, and achieving certificates of recognition from the Spiritualist National Union (SNU) in both Demonstrating survival evidence and philosophy and more recently obtaining a Diploma of the basic foundations of Spiritualism. I thought it time to put my experience to a practical use and have over the past 18 months have been teaching mediumship, ranging from beginner through intermediate and advanced levels.

I currently teach from home and have recently joined the teaching team at Safe Haven Spiritual centre located in Dronfield.

If you are therefore looking for a development group and live in Lincoln, Grantham, Boston or Newark then please email me either from the contacts form or via the email link on the home pages, I look forward to hearing from you.

The home circle provides a friendly atmosphere in which to spread your wings, the group members are both welcoming and supportive.

The group is run on a Wednesday evening from 7 until 9 pm and a small cost of £3 per class.

Alford Manor House

After the group had had their walkabout and history tour of the building they were given some time to wonder around and take photographs and generally, get a better feel for the layout and of how they themselves felt in the various rooms.
It is worthy of note that one of the group had heard whispering in his ear and was
touched a number of times. Interestingly a second person independent of the first
person also had whispering in their ear. Further to this a person was also touched
in the downstairs room.

Dare you visit

ghost hunts

The Lawn

The room was quite well lit with light coming in from the streets area. We were joined by the spirit of a man who told me that he was a doctor when this was a hospital and made it quite clear that he was a medical doctor and not concerned with mental practices.

The doctor then mentioned the name Steve, who owned up to being a practicing mental nurse. The doctor commented on the fact that “Steve” was currently undergoing some educational course. He gave his name as Albert Mier and was educated at Cambridge. Steve at the time could not accept the information given, though contacted me via email and confirmed that he was in fact going through his preceptorship. Albert had then mentioned a person having a problem with their thumb on the right hand and mentioned joint articulation, one of the group acknowledged having problems with his right thumb.

The report from the Lawn, an old asylum in Lincoln is now available to view or download from www.aura-artz.co.uk

Ghostly updates

Not been blogging for a little while, been very busy with my mediumship work, demonstrations and artwork both taking centre stage as it were. The world of ghost hunting is very popular during the months of October and through November, hence I have been a busy bee.

I have updated regular reports to my website at www.aura-artz.co.uk both Burton Manor and the galleries of Justice are online to download or read. I have also visited Oxford castle and worked alongside Kieren O'kiefe and visited the very atmospheric Tissington Hall, Ahsbourne, Derbyshire, which promises to be an active location.

Warwick Castle 2nd October 2009

It was nice to once more return to this very atmospheric location that is Warwick Castle. This was my ninth visit to the castle, and each time it takes my breath away as the walls loom every higher as you approach, and the portcullis like the teeth of a shark – dare you enter.

A couple of people to the same area felt small breezes on their face or hands. There was a sudden shout from the middle area of the corridor, one of the group reported having felt a very
real and distinct grab to the bottom left of her leg, at about calf height. The look of the persons face said it all, tears streaming down their face, fright etched across their features, truly for them sound proof of an afterlife.

To view the full report visit www.aura-artz.co.uk/Overnights.htm

Coal House Fort

Coal House Fort is situated nearby East Tilbury Docks, a coastal fort for the defence of the Thames leading into the capital. The Fort has seen a lot of action, especially the first and second world wars.

Blue, red and black uniforms have been worn at the fort, each denoting a particular arm, gunnery, infantry and engineering.

I was expecting some activity, and was not disapointed.

On return from the car park after waiting a little while for late comers, I approached the entrance way into the inner fort, and saw before me the glint of a bright torch light moving closer towards my direction. No doubt someone coming to find me and continue with the nights proceedings - yet on rounding the corner, there was no one to be seen...... everyone I discovered were in the base room having a health and safety talk by the fort staff prior to starting a brief history tour - who therefore was responsible for the torch light I saw so clearly......

The full report is now available to down load from http://www.aura-artz.co.uk/

Alford Manor House

Alford Manor House is situated in a small town in eastern Lincolnshire. From the outside it looks a quaint picturesque building, yet the many rooms hide the echos of time past, ghostly footseps are heard across a wooden floor............

The full report will be available soon and located at www.aura-artz.co.uk

Golden Fleece 22nd August 2009

Well the full report is now online at both (http://iandoherty.webeden.co.uk/#/home/4528002616) and (http://www.aura-artz.co.uk)

the event was quite active with the majority of people having undergone some type of experience. Most notibale was the clicking of the door in St Catherines room, yet the Minster room was full of intrigue, oppression, and lots of activity.

Some electronic voice phenomenon (EVP) was recorded in this room, and could only be replicated by physically punching the leather sofa adjacent to the table atop which the digital dictaphone was placed.

I would recommend this venue, if of course you are brave enough........

Golden Fleece 22nd August 2009

We came into St Catherines' room, spanning out to sit or stand where we may...suddenly a loud click, the bathroom door slowly opened, yet nothing behind the mechanism of which to cause the movement........the room eerily silent...

Read the full report, coming soon

New Car

Have taken a leap and got a newer car. Collecting it on Monday 24th.

Vauxhall Astra 1.7 CDTi - metro blue.

Very Excited

Mexborough workshop

The workshop on Aura Art took place today 15th August 2009 at Mexborough Spiritualist Church, located on Bank Steet, Mexborough.

We were all nicely looked after with a nice spread being laid on for us, along with coffee and tea, thanks to the committee.

The workshop began with a theory period on the aura, followed by color interpretation and symbology. This was followed by a lot of practical work, having a look at some of my pre drawn aura artwork - then the group did drawings for each other.

The feedback was very positive with all people being quite suprised by the work they themselves were able to achieve. I believe some of the artwork will be appearing on their own website (http://www.mexboroughspiritualistchurch.co.uk/)

If you would like to book me for a workshop in your church or centre please email me or contact me via the feedback page.

Golden Fleece Hotel York

It was good to once more return to this location, the walkway between the two bars when in darkness is quiet foreboding for what in the shadows lurk......

Peckitt room

This room felt a lot different from both previous rooms and
was a lot smaller too and as we settled down, there was a
very loud and clearly audible noise from the adjoining
toilet. This was clearly heard by all in the room, and upon
closer inspection the room was found to be empty and no
plausible cause for it.

There was the residual energy of an elderly woman attired in
white garments, thin facial features, fair hair styled nicely, with
her dress coming high up on the neck line and a tight bodice. I
felt very peaceful in this room, as if the woman belonged here.
The perceptions were of her having done a lot of writing in this
Room. There were also the perceptions of sadness with this
woman as if her light was cut short. A number of people
reported as feeling distinctly ill at ease in this room. Again
there was a second noise from within the toilet area.

Why not read the full report to be found on http://www.aura-artz.co.uk/

or visit http://www.frightnights.co.uk/ the UK's most prostigeous Ghost hunting company

Blackberry Curve 8900

Well I have finally received my new Blackberry Curve 8900

Well stylish, I dare say it will take a little getting used to - but that aside - I have a life...

aura workshop

The workshop took place on 22nd Julay 2009 at Tattershal.

A good attendance and again met some wonderful people who were kean to explore the workings of the aura as well as looking forward to see what the progen 6000 aura camera would represent of their auras.

The evening began with a theory lesson, discussing the aura and how the various colour hues can be interpretated dependant upon its placement within the aura itself.

There was plenty of time for people to interact on a practical level with each person being afforded the opportunity to explore their own levels of sensitivity as they saw/felt the colour flows around a person and represented this onto an outlined drawing of a person and then discussed their findings with the person they were working with, some good feedback was provided.

The workshop then moved to the aura photography session, whereby each person in turn had their photograph taken and worked together to interpret their findings for each other.

A big thank you to the host for the evening Elizabeth Knight

Details of further workshops will appear on my webpages located at http://www.aura-artz.co.uk/

Dreams

During our sleep states, as we drift through the various levels of consciousness, relaxing through the beta wave state of cognitive awareness, through to the alpha wave state where visions fleetingly pass before our inner eye, faces and landscapes come and go, both familiar and unfamiliar. As the mind quietens through into the low alpha to the theta wave, sleep encompasses us in a blanket of warmth, as we sink deeper into the delta wave of oblivion, were no memories stir or echoes reach the waking mind.

The concepts of mind body and spirit whereby each part plays an interlocking and integral role, each connected yet individual, a symbiosis of energy flows through the electrical and chemical processes inherent within the functionality of the physical body, the spirit within surging through giving life, animation to the mechanical parts, the seat of the consciousness, the awareness of self, the conscience.

Through the dream state we gain a glimpse of the inner self, the connectivity of mind body and spirit, as the pivotal bridge linking the cognitive reasoning to the seemingly chaotic symbolism of the unconscious mind, is forged allowing for the exchange of energy, of ideas, of dreams.

It is through the understanding of the mechanics behind the interpretation of the symbolism brought forth through the subconscious self that we gain a clearer insight as to what is occurring with and around us. How we see ourselves, how we think others see us, and of the flux of live evolving around us, through the interconnectivity of the universal mind.

The symbolism of the subconscious mind is by way of saying one thing through the representation of another, which can be seen through the symbology of the house. This simple object, drawn as a child, four windows, a door and a pathway, and in essence its symbology does stem from childhood as it is a basic representation of ourselves. How is the house represented, how many windows, are they clean or broken? What of the door! Is this open inviting access or shut away with no knocker of letter box? All have their individual representations as to how we feel others view us, the visage we are projecting to be seen. Colours and numbers are as equally important, though as you may expect are not necessarily as clear cut as we would like. We may see five yellow cars, or five white houses all in a row, the interpretation here is not the object, more so the occurrence, for numbers are not clearly depicted as within the reasoning of the cognitive self. As with colours, we may see an over abundance of one colour, everything projected within a hue of red, blue or green, each having their own significance to ourselves.

Through the study and interpretation of our dreams, we learn to more fully understand the emotional rivers running through our deeper subconscious mind, suppressed emotions, our drives and ambitions can manifest through the dream state, as such learning to listen to this inner communication we can better attune to the mind body and spirit.

I have once more embarked upon a dream diary, which offers a glimpse of what may come. The use of dream interpretation is thousands of years old, and is attested to in the book of Mathew.

Learning to tap into your dreams is fairly straightforward, the interpretations however are gained from experience. There are many books on the market today offering an interpretation of various symbolic meanings ranging from ants to zebras, though in all honesty learning what they mean to you is more important, after all it is your dream.

• A couple of tips to start you off - have a pen and paper at hand when you retire to bed. though your partner may not be to pleased at the lights being switched on, so I would recommend a dictaphone.
• Give yourself the autosuggestion to wake up when you have a dream. This takes practice, though we have all done it in the past, making sure we are up in the morning for that all important job interview or meeting; we wake minutes before the alarm.
• Note the day and time of the dream, how you felt, the emotions your are and had felt in the dream. Try and recall everything no matter how mundane they may seem at the time, surroundings, countryside or city, was it day time, or night, was it dry or raining.
• Go back to sleep and play the recording or read back your notes when you have the time. As such, over the next couple of weeks or months, you will see an unfolding pattern.

If you have any questions regarding this topic, please feel free to contact me gimlit@btinternet.com

sweet dreams........

Mediumship Development

One avenue which has become open to me over this last year is that of tutoring. It is I suppose a natural evolement within my own development. If I am honest, I never really saw myself in this role, though over the preceeding years, I have gained a vast amount of knowledge, through the many courses undertaken with the Spiritualist National Union, and gained from the years of experience working around the country at various Spiritualist churches and within the Paranormal comunity.

I find a great sense of enjoyment upon seeing the faces of my students when they establish a viable link with the spirit world, the wonderment etched upon their features reminds me of how I felt upon my first tentative steps in mediumship, I NEVER cease being amazed at the love so clearly given from our loved ones, family and friends passed to the spirit side of life; and of course my friends who work so closely with me in the unfoldment of others.

My forray into the role of tutor began at my local Spiritualist church, a small circle built up into a group of friends, of which the bonds serve the common good. I have however moved to my own home, my garage having previously been converted into my workshop for my artwork and readings, and now serves as a teaching room. I am soon to start tutoring at safe haven in Dronfield (www.safehavenspiritual.com)

I cater for all aspects of mediumship development, ranging from basic awareness through to advanced mediumsip and platform work.

For further information visit www.aura-artz.co.uk

Psychic Art

My brand of psychic art is more commonly known as an auragraph, a symbolic representation of a person's aura in a pictorial form. It is however a side shoot from psychic art in which impressions being perceived by the psychic artist are drawn onto paper, in my case the impressions I receive are in the way of colour and symbolism.

I can honestly say that apart from having an appreciation of the colour of paper onto which to draw, along with the first pastel colour to be used, all else is unknown to me.

The drawing opposite is an example of my artwork, and bearing in mind that I have never received any formal art training is in itself a testiment to the patience and diligence of my inspirers working with me to effect the completed drawing.

I conduct regular public demonstrations of my artwork, which are completed before I attend the location, having no inclination of who each of the drawings are for, until I see them sat there, the commincation then poors forth.

More of my artwork can been viewed at www.aura-artz.co.uk

I will be demonstrating my artwork at the following locations over the next couple of months

• Loughborough Spiritualist church - 18th July
• Worksop Community centre - 12th August
• Mexborough Spiritualist Chruch, workshop 15th August
• Moorends Spiriutalist church, Doncaster - 20th August

Aura Photography

Aura photography is the process of measuring the distribution of energy within the light spectrum, as we are all encapsulated by an electro-magnetic energy field.

These frequencies are constantly changing and emitting radiations which fluctuate through a marginal differential. The vibrational energy changes are measured by two hand plate sensors, which correlate the vibrational differentials, which are then digitised through the aura camera and represented onto a Polaroid film as areas of differing colour hues. The image produced is a facsimile of the aura, as such it will not necessarily reproduce the aura as seen through a clairvoyant perspective.



I use the progen 6000 still aura camera, along with a professional black background and lighting, manufactured by Elinchrom and supplied by speedgraghic which allows me to produce professional quality aura photographs.

You can view more of my aura photographs at http://www.aura-artz.co.uk/

I will be publicly demonstrating aura photography at the following locations over the next couple of months.

• Scarborough Library, Vernon Rd, Scarborough, YO11 - 11th July
• Spiritual centre and Shop - 85 High Street, Evesham WR11 4DNTel : 01386 442 443

Teachings from William

My first book, Teachings From William, details informtion conveyed through a trance condition, essentially an altered state of awareness whereby William is able to gain a modicum of control over my own thought paternation thus impinge his own personality in order to convey information from what we as Spiritualists term the spirit world. The information contained within the book appertains to the structure and functionality of the aura, as well as how the trance condtion can be affected.

Published by Dark Moon books

Dudley castle report

As I have done with all my visits to haunted locations, I have recorded the information relating to my perceptions and converted them to written reports to be placed onto my websites for all to read, Dudely castl report is not on line to view at http://www.aura-artz.co.uk

(an excerpt from the report)

There was also the spirit energy of a woman attired in a wimple
square to the top, and was red and green in colour and had very
heavy dresses. I was given the name of Ann and was told she
was of the Tudor period. We tried a little experiment whereby
we asked the spirit of Ann to interact with our volunteer, and
though nothing physically happened, Ann mentioned to me
that she would not due to not wanting to scare our volunteer
remarking that even the slightest touch would frighten her, and
that the volunteer does not want this. After commenting on this
to our volunteer they agreed that they did not want to be
touched out of fear.

I focused in this area for the vigils throughout the night.

I encouraged the group to interact with each other and in a
way to build up the energy levels in the room.

Ann made another appearance and once more we tried a
similar experiment with a different volunteer. It was not
long before the person suddenly remarked at having her
back poked and her bag moved slightly on her shoulder

ghost hunting at Dudley castle

I return to Dudley Castle this evening for an event hosted by http://www.frightnights.co.uk, the market leading Ghost hunting company.

I have visited this location on over 30 occassions and have in the main not been disapointed with the level of activity that has been experienced.

As you walk up through the Queen Mary gate, the towers present an imposing facade and set the scene for the entire night. The triple gateway for me, has my hair standing on end as I approach and upon rounding the corner and looking towards what I term as the Monks gate, a little apprehension grips me, my heart pounding, for in the distance and without fail in a robed figure beckoning me onwards...........