In this course participants get to take a break from the daily rush to reflect and wind down. Through gently exploring different creative mindfulness exercises and trying different art materials we playfully engage with how we are feeling and what might help us to take care of ourselves in our day to day lives. We use creative processes and art making to focus on the here and now and to get out of the thinking brain and into a more tactile making experience.
$165
Level: Beginner / Intermediate
Ages: This course is designed for adults
2 x 3 week Short Courses. These courses will cover different content, join one or both!
Course 1: August 3 week short course {Currently Teaching}
Course 2: September 3 week short course {Enrolments now open}
About Art Therapy: Art therapy is for self-exploration, as no-one else can interpret your artwork; only you know what you think and feel and express through the art. Art Therapy is for creative and personal expression, well suited to anyone who wants to slow down and connect with their inner self, with others and with their surroundings. No creative ability is required for Art Therapy, and you do not require any prior art making knowledge or experience.
About ‘Creating Calm’: In this course participants get to take a break from the daily rush to reflect and wind down.
Through gently exploring different creative mindfulness exercises and trying different art materials we playfully engage with how we are feeling and what might help us to take care of ourselves in our day to day lives. We use creative processes and art making to focus on the here and now and to get out of the thinking brain and into a more tactile making experience. This course offers a safe space for you to relax, inquire, slow down, take time for yourself, nurture your creativity, and play.
Classes places are limited to ensure one-on-one guidance.
Jaana Sahling is a specialist in the creative process and holds an MA in Experiential and Creative Arts Therapy (MIECAT) and a BA in Fine Arts (Nottingham Trent).
This course is not for learning new techniques so if you are looking for art instructional courses, please see our current courses for a more appropriate class
Creative exploration
Mindfulness
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