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 JULY 2012 Newsletter 200 S. Washington Blvd. Suite 1 Sarasota FL 34236 Towles Court Pavilion (941) 366-9595 www.expressiveartsflorida.com gallery@expressiveartsflorida.com institute@expressiveartsflorida.com Creative Partners: Victoria Domenichello-Anderson, Elizabeth Bornstein, Tamara Teeter Knapp, Kathleen Horne, 
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Hello Expressive Arts Friends! This month, we have the most exciting news of all to share! Expressive Arts Florida introduces our newest Expressive Artists...Elizabeth and her husband Scott welcomed their baby Naomi Hope Hinckley to the world on June 1st! Naomi was 6lbs 3oz and 20in. Mom, Dad and Naomi are all doing fine!  Tamara and her husband Tony welcomed their son Caleb Anthony Ogden home on Father's Day. Caleb was born on June 15 and weighed 6 lbs. 13 oz. He is doing well and Mom and Dad are so happy to welcome him into their hearts.   We are, of course, all delighted and thrilled, and we thank you for all of the blessings and good wishes that you have been sending our way! We hope that you are all having a great summer! Victoria's Painting Your Creative Edge summer studio retreat series is fully enrolled and going well! Thanks to all participants for the great response! These photos will give you a glimpse of this vibrant group of painters. Stay tuned for Painting Your Inner WILD, coming in September! Dates will be announced soon. Kathleen's Art as a Healing Practice Online is also underway, with two groups filled to capacity. Another 6-week session will begin August 18. See the description, sign up here, or email Kathleen for more information. Art as a Healing Practice Friday morning sessions will be again in October. Stay tuned for dates and details. We are accepting new student applications for The focus of our intermodal expressive arts training is on developing creative life skills for personal, professional, and social change. Coming in October: Orientation to Expressive Arts - October 11 The Scope of Expressive Arts: Individual, Group and Community - October 11-14. Expressive Arts - The Business and Profession - October 25-28. We encourage you to have a look at our training if you are interested in exploring the Expressive Arts as a personal or professional path. Email us with your questions. A special treat for July Networking! We are excited to announce that our dear friend and colleague, Chinling Hsu, from Taiwan, will be our guest facilitator, presenting her sound healing work. Wed. July 25; 6:30-8:30. More here.Elizabeth's work has been honored by a recent appointment to the Board of Directors of the Society for the Arts in Healthcare. More here.We are getting excited about the next IEATA Conference in March 2013! Hope to see many of you there! For the month of July, our "open" hours will be by appointment only, and we will not be open for the Towles Court Art Walk. Consider taking one of our in-person or online workshops, and visit us on  .
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Some images from the current Painting Your Creative Edge series.....
Facilitated by Victoria Domenichello-Anderson, MA, REACE
    In this workshop series we go to the periphery of our creative edge, 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. This exploration often gives new insights into our inner and outer worlds and assists us in merging the two.
  Stay tuned for Painting Your Inner WILD.. ...September dates to be announced soon!
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ONLINE ART AS A HEALING PRACTICEFacilitated by Kathleen Horne, MA, LMHC, REACE
Now taking registrations for the 6 week series beginning August 18.  $150 - introductory price Kathleen has been facilitating this powerful blend of guided meditation, visual art-making, writing, and sharing/witnessing, for several years in a group, individual, and retreat format. It is being offered online. If you would like to explore your creativity in a guided, safe, format, and be a part of a small and accepting sharing circle, this may be for you!
What you receive:
*6 guided meditations (audio) posted on Monday of each week. Each meditation focuses on one theme for your art exploration.
*6 writing explorations (audio) designed to help you explore your art, using writing.
*a sharing and witnessing circle (in the form of a private confidential blog) that will allow you to post your art work and writing, if you choose, and receive feedback and support from others.
*consistent posts and comments from Kathleen, to amplify and encourage your creative exploration.
*both individual and group attention.
*an opportunity to witness others and share your feedback. *access to all posts and comments for one month after the session ends.
*clear guidelines and groundrules for sharing, ensuring a safe container.
What you will need: *a decent internet connection
*access to a digital camera or scanner to allow you to post your photos
*a few basic art supplies
*a willingness to try something new
*any level of art experience, including beginner
This workshop has a maximum of 10 participants, so register soon!
Online registration here.
If you would prefer to send a check, please email with your intention to register, and send the check to Expressive Arts Florida, 200 S. Washington Blvd. Suite 1, Sarasota, Florida, 34236
Questions? Email Kathleen MANDALA AS PERSONAL PRACTICE (Online) Facilitated by Kathleen Horne, MA, LMHC, REACE 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 online community.
$25 per month (1 month commitment required; renewable on the 1st of each month).     .
... from Kathleen's 2012 Weekly Mandala series...
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EXPRESSIVE ARTS FLORIDA INSTITUTE
WE ARE TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR ADMISSION!
New student entry in October, January, April
Download Application Form, Admission Policies, Course Descriptions,and more.
2012 and 2013 Course Schedule
LEVEL ONE
October 11: Orientation to Expressive Arts
October 11-14:
The Scope of Expressive Arts - Individual, Group, Community
LEVEL TWO
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 out of the area.
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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EXPRESSIVE ARTS COMMUNITY NETWORKING What is Expressive Arts Community Networking? 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.  Chinling Hsu, from Taiwan, will be our guest facilitator this month, bringing us a sampling of her crystal bowls and sound healing. This is a rare opportunity. Don't miss it!
Wed. July 25 6:30 - 8:30 pm Be sure to email gallery@expressiveartsflorida.com or call 941-366-9595 to reserve your space. $10 Tea, water, and light snacks provided. back to top |
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 Via Skype from May through September 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. Email or call with questions or to schedule. ART AS A HEALING PRACTICE Individual Sessions Via Skype from May through September $75 per session 60-90 min. 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. back to top |
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:
SOCIETY FOR THE ARTS IN HEALTHCAREElizabeth is excited to report she has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Society for the Arts in Healthcare. The Board comprises 22 members representing a broad range of professional areas, including nonprofit management, the arts, academia, healthcare, public relations, and development. The Society for the Arts in Healthcare is a nonprofit 501c3 international organization based in Washington, DC, USA. Founded in 1991, the Society is dedicated to advancing the arts as integral to health. Funded in part by the National Endowment for the Arts and Johnson & Johnson, the Society provides professional development resources and arts and health program support through grants, consulting services, and conferences and symposia. Over 1,700 Society for the Arts in Healthcare members, including artists and health professionals, serve patients and communities around the world.
For more information, visit
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INTERNATIONAL EXPRESSIVE ARTS THERAPY ASSOCIATION (IEATA) NEWS:
SAVE THE DATE:
The next IEATA Conference has now been announced!!
"Winds of Change"
March 14-17, 2013
Berkeley, CA
IEATA Regional Group Update If you are a current IEATA Member, you can join 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!
Current members to sign on here.
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?
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JULY HOURS & AVAILABILITY
Our hours in July are "by appointment or by chance"
Sorry, we will NOT be open for the Towles Court Art Walk this month.
Stay connected by participating in one of our in-person or online workshops, and visit us on
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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
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With gratitude for your support
Kathleen, Tamara, Elizabeth, Victoria
Creative Partners and Faculty
Expressive Arts Florida
Expressive Arts Florida Institute
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