Nicholas Ratliff is freelance a visionary artist, writer, researcher, and educator that has been formally studying Asian Classics and independently analysing Esoteric subjects for fifteen years. His areas of interest include Astrology, Amatuer endeavors in Comparative Religion, Ancient History, Yoga practice, Meditation, Creativity, Imagination, Healing, Therapy, Human Potential, Journaling, Qi Gong, Tibetan Buddhism, and Nonviolence. He currently resides in Santa Cruz, California where he continues his research projects, studies, and provides educational and astrological consultation for students and clients of all ages.