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 JANUARY 2012 Newsletter 200 S. Washington Blvd. Suite 1 Sarasota FL 34236 Towles Court Pavilion (941) 366-9595 www.expressiveartsflorida.com gallery@expressiveartsflorida.com Creative Partners: Victoria Domenichello-Anderson, Elizabeth Bornstein, Tamara Teeter Knapp, Kathleen Horne |
Hello, Expressive Arts Friends!  We extend a heartfelt Thank You the outpouring of community support during 2011. We wish you each the very best for 2012!  It was an honor to share with many of you in our recent "Setting Intentions for 2012" session. The Expressive Arts assists us as we make decisions, set goals, navigate challenges, and find support. Working with image and metaphor permits us to "get underneath" the familiar patterns of the logical mind, and helps us discover something new. This month, our focus will be on our two upcoming Expressive Arts Florida Institute Intensives. January marks the first anniversary of the Institute, and we are very proud of that! Several students are nearing completion of their Level One Certificate. Many are continuing on to Level Two, and several new students are joining us.  There are still a few spaces in Expressive Arts for Body/Mind/Spirit (January 12-15) which hasopen enrollment. It provides a unique opportunity to explore the inspirational and restorative power of the expressive arts.
Jared's last workshop was a sold-out success, so register early.
Please note: Because of our Institute Intensives this month, we will NOT be open for the Towles Court Artwalk. We will be back in February for the opening of the Fourth Annual Mandala Exhibit, on February 17. Our goal is to create an array of diverse opportunities that encourage each of you to make Expressive Arts a part of your life. Please let us know what YOU would like! With appreciation, Kathleen, Elizabeth, Tamara, Victoria Creative Partners and Faculty Expressive Arts Florida Expressive Arts Florida Institute |
UPCOMING
EXPRESSIVE ARTS FOR BODY, MIND, & SPIRIT Jan.12-15, 2012 Thursday evening, Friday & Saturday all day, Sunday morning. 25 hours total $550 Immerse yourself in the Expressive Arts! Explore your creativity, be inspired and renewed! The focus of this course is on Intermodal Expressive Arts as a holistic field, effecting change in all aspects of human experience: body, mind and spirit. Participants will explore ways in which the different arts modalities bring growth and change, and how they work together as a holistic model. A variety of individual and group experiential processes will be introduced which focus on physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual experience.   This course is open to anyone interested in an in-depth exploration of Expressive Arts, either through enrollment in the certificate program or as a stand-alone experience. If you are interested, please contact us for more information. If you are considering applying for the certificate program, taking this course is a great way to evaluate whether it's a fit for you.
If, after taking this course, a participant applies for, and is accepted into, Expressive Arts Florida Institute, course credit will be applied to Institute training. (additional fees apply). Register online here or mail check to Expressive Arts Florida, 200 S. Washington Blvd, Suite 1, Sarasota, FL 34236 ART AS A HEALING PRACTICE with Kathleen Friday mornings 9 am - noon New series of 6 begins January 27 $40 per session $200 for full series Jan. 27: Introduction to the Process Feb. 3: Art and the Emotional Self Feb.10: Art and the Physical Self Feb. 17: Working with Polarities Feb. 24: Mandala: Symbol of Wholeness March 2: Bringing it All Together "Art as a Healing Practice" is a gentle and powerful process, integrating guided meditation, visual art, writing and sharing/witnessing. It is appropriate for people with any level of art-making experience, and can be adapted to a wide variety of settings.Through deep inner listening, participants connect with inner wisdom and express that creatively, bringing healing and light to personal challenges, and facilitating positive change. Register online for a single session or the series here. Or, send Kathleen an email to reserve your space, and mail your check to Expressive Arts Florida. 12 CEU's available for LMHC, LCSW, LMFT ($20 CEU fee) ART AS A HEALING PRACTICE 1-DAY RETREAT Sunday Feb. 19 10-5:30 $80 Take some creative time to pause, reflect and renew. Based on the success of the November session, Kathleen is offering another 1-day retreat. Engage in: *guided visualization *journal writing *art making *sharing/witnessing *a balance of structured experiences and time for personal reflection. All art supplies are included. Coffee, tea and light snacks provided.5 CEU's for LMHC, LCSW, LMFT ($20 CEU fee)
The studio opens at 9:00 am; participants may come early and enjoy the space for personal reflection, writing, reading our inspirational books, making art, or just "being". Workshop begins promptly at 10 am. Lunch break from 12:30 to 1:30 - participants may either go out for lunch or bring lunch and eat in the studio.
Email me or register online here.
Kathleen also offers individual Art as a Healing Practice sessions, as well as the new "Explore your Image" sessions. More info here. NEW!! INTRODUCTION TO EXPRESSIVE ARTS AND HEALING Victoria and Kathleen Thursdays 6-9 pm; Feb. 2 through March 22 (no class Feb. 23) $345  Are you ready to experience the power of your own creativity as a force for well being? Are you curious about Expressive Arts or Art and Healing? In a safe and accepting setting, you will engage in a variety of arts processes that will introduce you, through personal exploration, to the field of expressive arts. This is a unique opportunity to experience the healing power of this work, in a weekly, small group format. While the course content can be applied to a variety of settings by therapists, healthcare workers, educators, etc., the focus is on personal exploration of art as healing. All levels of art experience are welcome.
For those students who are interested in exploring this field further, credit towards Expressive Arts Florida Institute certificate studies is an option. Kathleen and Victoria have been teaching in this field for the past eight years, and have a wide variety of professional experiences with the Expressive Arts and Healing. Complete bios here. Please email us or phone 941-366-9595 for more information. Register online here or by sending a check to Expressive Arts Florida, 200 s. Washington Blvd. Suite 1, Sarasota FL 34236 EXPRESSIVE ARTS COMMUNITY NETWORKING Wednesday January 25 6:30-8:30 pm $10 (please call or email to reserve your spot) Anyone who is working or studying in the field of Expressive Arts is invited to participate in our monthly Networking group. It is a great way to connect with others, share your news and events, get support, and engage in a mini-process. We are looking for a guest facilitator for the January session, so, if you are interested and would like to share something you have created, let us know! MANDALA EXHIBIT: Sacred Circles in Art and Healing Opens Friday February 17; runs through Friday March 23
Call to artists! We welcome entries from everyone interested; all levels of art experience, and all ages are invited to participate. Collaborative mandalas are welcome as well. This is always a deeply inspiring exhibit.
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GUEST PRESENTERS
A PROCESS OF TRANSFORMATION 11
From Self-Expression to Self-Understanding
with Jared Massanari, LPC, Ph.D
Monday, January 16, 2012
9 am - 4 pm
$85
Continuing the exploration of the process of image making begun in our October 2011 session, this workshop gives each participant a chance to experiment with different ways to relate to the image created. Free association with and amplification of the image are just two of the ways we will explore. Fundamental to each is the willingness to learn and the courage to stay open to the unexpected, both qualities essential in our journey of self-discovery and participation in the Expressive Arts.
Everyone is welcome to join in this experiment since we will spend the first part of the morning reviewing the content of our October workshop. Please bring your favorite art making materials and wear comfortable clothing. Plan to play and to learn more about yourself and others!
6 CEU's for LMHC, LCSW, LMFT available. ($20 CEU fee)
EAFI elective credit can be earned. ($25 fee)
Email gallery@expressiveartsflorida.com
or call 941-366-9595 for more information.Register online here.
Jared is also offering individual sessions.........
"I will be available during January to work with individuals on their process of art expression. Although I do not see this as therapy, this more intense time will enable an individual to learn more about his/her areas of resistance and explore ways to work with resistance to deepen creative expression. Sessions will be arranged to meet individual schedules and will cost $50.00 per hour, although I will consider individual finances and amount of time requested. If you would like to schedule a session, please contact me at 828-251-1948 or at jareddm@charter.net
About Jared:
Jared Massanari has a masters degree in counseling from Florida State University and a doctorate in Religious Studies from Syracuse University. He has taught at various colleges and been a therapist for over 25 years. Much of his counseling practice has been with children and families, specializing in working with families raising children with special needs. He has been a frequent presenter at conferences and has written a number of resources for parents and professionals. Jared presently lives and practices in Asheville, North Carolina. He is an author, workshop leader, and a long-time explorer of his own creative process using art materials.
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ONLINE MENTORING AND SUPPORT GROUP FOR EXPRESSIVE ARTS FACILITATORS Online! Are you venturing out as a facilitator and looking for support? 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.com 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). See Kathleen's daily mandalas for 2011 on Flickr here
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EXPRESSIVE ARTS FLORIDA INSTITUTE
We are thrilled to be completing our first exciting year of Expressive Arts Florida Institute. Our wonderful first group of students is getting ready to complete their Level One Training. We invite you to visit our website, or email/call us for more information if you are interested. Our January 12-15 course - Expressive Arts for Body, Mind, Spirit - is open to participants not enrolled in the Certificate Program, as well as Certificate students. More here
WE ARE TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR ADMISSION! 
Download Application Form, Admission Policies, Course Descriptions,and more.
LEVEL ONE
Jan.12-15, 2012
Expressive Arts: Body, Mind, Spirit
The focus of this course is on Intermodal Expressive Arts as a holistic field, effecting change in all aspects of human experience: body, mind and spirit. The course will explore ways in which the different arts modalities bring growth and change, and how they work together as a holistic model.
A variety of individual and group experiential processes will be introduced which focus on physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual experience.
April 12-15, 2012
Intermodal Expressive Arts Intensive
October 11-14, 2012
The Scope of Expressive Arts - Individual, Group, Community
LEVEL TWO
January 19-22
Foundations of Expressive Arts
April 19-22, 2012
Expressive Arts in the World
Oct. 25-28: Expressive Arts: The Business and Profession
For complete course descriptions please visit our website
Expressive Arts Florida Institute is a two-level training program for those interested in pursuing the Expressive Arts as a professional path, whether integrating it into an existing career, or beginning a career in the expressive arts field.
An INTERMODAL EXPRESSIVE ARTS TRAINING PROGRAM, Expressive Arts Florida Institute is grounded in a firm belief that an integrated arts approach is a powerful agent of change. Students will participate in visual art-making of various kinds, writing, poetry, music, movement, drama, and guided visualization. An emphasis will be on the power of following the natural creative flow from one arts modality to another.
The learning format is THREE WEEKEND INTENSIVE COURSES per calendar year, generally in January, April, and October in Sarasota, FL. Each weekend is 25 hours of class time. In addition, there is a one-day orientation program for new students.There are also elective credits, which students can often earn in their own community, online communication with an advisor, and a Practicum/Internship at the end of the second year. We offer flexibility for entry of new students; they may start the program with any of the Level 1 weekend intensives. Our goal is to create a FLEXIBLE LEARNING FORMAT for students traveling to Sarasota from other areas.
 
Details are available on our website.
Additional questions and requests for information should be addressed to institute@expressiveartsflorida.com
We welcome your inquiries!
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ONGOING SERVICES
CUSTOM TRAININGS In Expressive Arts, Arts and Health, Art and Healing Are you looking for specialized training to meet your specific needs? 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. 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. EXPRESSIVE ARTS BUSINESS CONSULTATION We offer consultation sessions to meet your needs. Please contact us to discuss. Student rates are available. EXPLORING YOUR IMAGES Individual sessions with Kathleen $50 per session; $30 if you are currently enrolled in Art as a Healing Practice 1 hour Have you created an image that you know has messages that you haven't yet made sense of? Would you like an opportunity to explore it with some gentle and skilled guidance? Kathleen will assist you in listening for the deeper wisdom of your images, through non-interpretive methods such as image dialogue. These sessions are designed primarily for those who are already practicing Art as a Healing Practice or other Expressive Arts work. In-person or Skype options. Email or call with questions or to schedule. ART AS A HEALING PRACTICE Individual Sessions $75 per session 60-90 min. You may schedule an individual session if you can't make the group sessions or retreat, if you live at a distance (via skype) or if you would prefer to work one - on -one. The structure will be: set an intention, brief guided visualization, art-making, writing, and witnessing/sharing the image. Email or call with questions or to schedule.
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The IMAGINE ProjectBegun as part of our October class:
Expressive Arts Florida Institute 130: The Scope of Expressive Arts - Individual, Group, and Community, this collaborative arts-for-social-change project is quickly taking form!
    Each EAFI student has taken the IMAGINE project to her own community, and worked with a group there. The participants choose a theme, and create their "imagine" visions on strips of unbleached muslin.
"Threads of intention, our circle becomes the loom
weaving prayers of peace." working with a group of women who meet weekly to
explore authentic creativity.
Location: east coast of Florida Annie Rousseau, EAFI student from Courtenay, B.C., facilitated the Imagine Project at "Transitions", a group of 12 young adults with disabilities. The theme that they decided on together was "imagine an inclusive community". Here they are, with Annie in the center.
 Back at Expressive Arts Florida, our participants are mailing us the fabric strips, and we are knitting them together. It is very exciting to receive these packets in the mail, and to begin the joining process. At our "home" location, gallery visitors and friends are sitting down to create "imagine" pieces of their own, and leaving them for us to include in the overall project. At this point - the beginning - we can't really imagine where all of this is going to go! Stay tuned; we will post an update each month.
   IMAGINE.................
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IN OUR COMMUNITY COALITION FOR ARTS AND HEALTH Co-Chairs: Elizabeth Bornstein, LCSW and Hedda Matza-Haughton, LCSW The Coalition for Arts and Health is a regional grassroots network of artists, healthcare providers, educational institutions, businesses, government, area organizations and individuals, working together to integrate the arts into health and wellness for the benefit of our community. Its mission is to promote creativity and the arts as commonly used tools in the pursuit of wellness and healing at all stages of life by: building a network that fosters partnerships and collaborations, providing a platform for information exchange, promoting and encouraging educational opportunities for artists and healthcare practitioners and advocating for funding and research. If you are not currently on the email list or to learn more about the Coalition:
EMPOWERING CHILDREN THROUGH ART Junior League of Sarasota - Child Advocacy Luncheon Keynote Speaker: Victoria Domenichello-Anderson  Victoria is the keynote speaker for the upcoming Junior League of Sarasota's Child Advocacy Luncheon - "Empowering Children through Art". She is honored to be part of this inspirational event and to have the opportunity to share her experiences with Expressive Arts and Healing. More information and tickets here. Evite pdf here back to top |
INTERNATIONAL EXPRESSIVE ARTS THERAPY ASSOCIATION (IEATA) NEWS:
IEATA Regional Group Update from Elizabeth Bornstein and Sheri Gaynor, Regional Committee Co-Chairs If you are a current IEATA Member, you can join our IEATA Member Network, hosted by Ning.com. The Member Network is a great way to connect with members locally, nationally and globally, and find new opportunities to share and collaborate! You don't want to miss out as the Network is growing rapidly!
For current members to sign on: If you are not a Member or your membership has expired, join or renew here.
Any questions, interested in becoming more active in your region or assuming the role of a Regional Coordinator?
Contact:
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JANUARY HOURS & AVAILABILITY
Because of our teaching schedule, we do not have scheduled "open" hours this month. Call us at 941-366-9595 or email us. We will be happy to speak with you, via phone, email or meet you in person.
We will NOT be open for the 3rd Friday Towles Court Art Walk.
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GALLERY SHOP
Local, handmade items.....
*Soul Cards and Books by Deborah Koff-Chapin
*Giclee prints of Deborah's art work
*Original art from the Touch Drawing Exhibit
*Knit and felted items - scarves, purses, cuff bracelets, "felted nest" bowls. BUY ONE, GET SECOND 50% OFF!
*Victoria has created some mixed bead jewelry for both day and evening wear. Her bracelets and earrings are reasonably priced and make great gifts."
*Greeting cards - healing images by Kathleen Horne $4 each or 3/$10
*Giclee prints, original artwork.
"Be Your Own Light" CD by Chinling Hsu
  
  Give us a call at 941-366-9595 or email us, and we will be happy to meet you at the gallery!
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CONTACT US
Expressive Arts Florida
200 South Washington Blvd. Suite 1 Sarasota FL 34236 Towles Court Pavilion and Arts District Corner of Hwy. 301 and Adams Lane in downtown Sarasota 941-366-9595 gallery@expressiveartsflorida.com institute@expressiveartsflorida.com |
With gratitude for your support
Victoria, Tamara, Elizabeth, Kathleen 
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