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ART AS A HEALING PRACTICE
 with Kathleen
Last session until October; just a couple of spaces left!
Friday May 13; 9am-noon
$35
Guided meditation, visual art-making, writing and sharing/witnessing.
Email kathleen@expressiveartsflorida or register online
here
PAINTING YOUR CREATIVE EDGE
Thursdays May 26, June 2, June 9
6:30-9 pm
Facilitated by Victoria
In this workshop series we will go to periphery of our creativity, challenge our comfort zone, and see what comes next. By opening up to those things that seem just beyond our reach, and exploring them through the art process, we are able to gain a new awareness of ourselves and our life path. The process often gives new insights into our inner and outer worlds.
Using acrylic paints, canvas, journaling and more, participants will be asked to consider the following prompts in a three part series. Each week a new canvas will be worked on, concluding in a triptych of images.
Week 1: Where am I Now?
Week 2: Where am I Going?
Week 3: Where Do I Want to Be?
Fee: $110. Includes canvases and basic acrylic paints. You are welcome to bring your own acrylics and brushes to supplement ours.
Please email your interest in attending to: gallery@expressiveartsflorida.com. Register by May 23 by submitting check to above address or online here.
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UNCOVER ALTERED BOOK WORKSHOP
Facilitated by Tamara
Take an everyday object and transform it into a powerfully personal work of art. The altered book provides an invitation to embrace change and growth and to discover the fun of bursting out of the expected to reveal unexpected secrets within. This is a beginner's workshop to help you learn basic techniques for making altered books as an art form and guide you to uncover your own story form.
Saturday, June 18 10-2
Fee: $55.00 per session
**Includes all supplies.
*please email your interest in attending to gallery@expressiveartsflorida.com and register by June 10 by submitting check to above address or online here.
BOOKMAKING BASICS
Facilitated by Tamara
These workshops are designed to help you discover fun and simple book forms. You will learn a simple pamphlet binding then expand your vocabulary with multiple signatures and simple sculptural bookmaking techniques. Create personal art journals, magical manuscripts, and surprising star books. Most patterns are easily adaptable for use with children or can be embellished to become magnificent keepsakes for special occasions.
Wednesday mornings: June 15 and June 29
9:30-12
Fee: $35.00 per session
**Includes all supplies, but you are encouraged to bring any papers you love.
*please email your interest in attending to
gallery@expressiveartsflorida.com
and register by July 1 by submitting check to above address or online here.
MAGIC OF MIXING
Facilitated by Tamara
ROY G. BIV - who's that? Have you tried to paint and just made mud? I will guide you through a basic color theory class that will help you discover the magic of mixing. We will use paint and paper to explore and play with the science and art of color. Come join the fun!
Saturday, July 16 10-2
Fee: $45.00
**Includes all supplies.
*please email your interest in attending to gallery@expressiveartsflorida.com and register by July 8 by submitting check to above address or online here.
"FULLY FELT" WET FELTING WORKSHOP
Facilitated by Tamara
Wet felting is an ancient process used to create a full range of things from yurts to handbags to fine art. We will learn the basic process of felting using enticing colors of dyed merino wool to create simple projects. Whether fun and functional, funky or frilly, felting wool is addictive! Come discover this ancient art while exploring color and form in three fuzzy dimensions.
Session One: Fully Felt: Basics
Thursday, July 7 9:30-12
Session Two: Fully Felt: Adding On
Thursday, July 14 9:30-12
Session Three: Fully Felt: Free Form
Thursday, July 21 9:30-12
Fee: $45.00 per session
**Includes all supplies.
*please email your interest in attending to gallery@expressiveartsflorida.com and register by June 10 by submitting check to above address or online here.
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TOUCH DRAWING
We offer individual and group Touch Drawing sessions. Schedule a session for yourself or your group of friends, family, or co-workers, whether you are new to the process or returning to this meditative, intuitive art form. See www.touchdrawing.com for more information. Private sessions are $45 for an individual; $35 for a group of 2 or more. Additional discounts available for groups larger than 5. All materials are included. We are planning a Touch Drawing "intensive" during the summer; dates will be announced soon on our website.
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MENTORING AND SUPPORT GROUP FOR EXPRESSIVE ARTS FACILITATORS Online!
Kathleen facilitates this small ONLINE group, personally designed for the needs of the participants. Drawing on her years of experience in the Expressive Arts as a facilitator, educator, therapist, artist, designer of programs and curricula, Kathleen guides participants on their personal and professional paths. Group members also offer valuable feedback and support to each other. Topics of discussion and sharing include facilitation skills, personal art practice, sharing and witnessing, developing a practice or business, local and international resources, marketing and articulating our work, realizing our unique visions, and more. Participants receive both professional and peer guidance and support. Appropriate for both practitioners and expressive arts therapists.
If you would like to be part of a community, with the support, inspiration, and guidance this provides, please contact Kathleen@expressiveartsflorida to see if this group might meet your needs. Easy-to-use, private, confidential blog format. (1 month commitment required).
MANDALA AS PERSONAL PRACTICE ONLINE!!
An online forum for exploring the mandala, sharing images, writings, and experiences. Kathleen facilitates by providing information, resources, teachings and images, and offers feedback and suggestions to participants. Discussion and sharing is encouraged between participants. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in exploring the Mandala as a personal art practice, learning more, sharing your art and insights, and staying connected with others, without geographical barriers. Call or email for info. Easy-to-use, confidential blog format.
$25 per month (1 month commitment required; renewable on the 1st of each month). kathleen@expressiveartsflorida.co
See Kathleen's daily mandalas for 2011 here:
http://www.flickr.com/groups/khdailymandalas2011
EXPRESSIVE ARTS COMMUNITY NETWORKING
Expressive Arts Networking is for Expressive Arts practitioners and those in training to become practitioners.
Next session: Wednesday May 25; 6:30-8:30 pm.
We are delighted to welcome guest facilitators
Muff Calderon & Cynthia Bydlinski
"Celebrating Your Tribe"
Inspired by a recent DailyOm article, Celebrating Your Tribe is an art and healing process honoring individual identity while embracing the desire for acceptance and community. In this true work in progress*, Muff Calderon and Cynthia Bydlinski (recent graduates of the Art and Healing Certificate Program at Ringling College) will present a multi-modal invitation for you to consciously consider who your unique tribe members are and the place that you occupy beside them. Join us as we create the space to access words, images, sounds and movement to discover and celebrate your tribal journey with joy and creativity.
*Networking participants' feedback and insights will help us to move forward and fully realize our Celebrating Your Tribe art and healing process.
........Muff and Cynthia
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ARTS & HEALTH CONSULTATION SESSIONS Creative consultation for those who desire guidance in finding their way in the merging worlds of Arts and Health. These sessions are open to Artists, Therapists, Facilitators, Administrations, etc... - anyone interested in working or already working professionally in an Arts and Health setting. Sessions can be in person, telephone, email or Skype. One time or ongoing sessions are available. Call or email for available dates and fees. CUSTOM TRAININGS In Expressive Arts, Arts and Health, Art and Healing
We design customized training programs for individuals or groups interested in developing skill and expertise in these rapidly developing, and sometimes merging, fields. These programs are designed with your specific needs in mind and can include creative and business strategies along with training in whatever modalities or artistic mediums you are interested in. Please contact us with questions or to set up an appointment to discuss your needs. "Every bit of our time with you was perfect ! You work together as an extraordinary team, with your sensibilities and talents complimenting each and every aspect of the experiences you shared with us" M.K., participant in Custom Training session
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