OPEN STUDIO

January 12th

10am -1pm EST In Person

Come join us for some fun and creative art making.  Drop in, relax, stay for an hour or the whole time.  Bring a project or work on something new. We will have a few supplies to share, and/or bring your own. Allow whatever happens to come forward.

We leave pricing open, gratefully accepting donations while honoring your personal ability to give. You may use this link to send a love offering or drop a donation in our basket. We will gather at First Congregational Church.

HANDS OF LIGHT

January 12th

2-5pm EST In Person

Come to the circle for a guided meditation, art making with prismacolor pencils on black paper, some gentle invitations to intermodal exploration, witnessing and sharing.  Take your time in a circle of loving creative community to reflect and appreciate yourself and what you bring into the world through your own heart and hands. We encourage advance registration, and it is OK to just show up and pay at the door. This event will happen in person at First Congregational Church.

EXPRESSIVE ARTS DISCOVERY 

January 13th

1-2:30pm EST via Zoom

Listen to what stirs inside you, listen to your longing.  Learn about Expressive Arts by engaging in it.  Make Art.  Tune in.  Be aware of images that are awaiting to emerge and explore creating those images with simple art materials.  Share the gifts that your images bring.  Connect with tribe.  Witness yourself and others.  Discover your next step.

EXPERIENCE SOULCOLLAGE®: 

LET YOUR WISDOM SPEAK

January 25th Online Via

6-9pm est Online Via Zoom

SoulCollage® is a fun and easy way to expressive yourself, care for yourself, and discover and affirm your inner wisdom.  Using images, intuition and imagination you'll create collaged cards that represent the many faceted and unique aspects of who you are.  If you are new to SoulCollage® you will be introduced to basic SoulCollage® concepts and have ample time to create collaged cards and 'read' your cards to awaken your soul's expression in a safe environment.  For those with SoulCollage® experience you will be able to grow your SoulCollage practice with an encouraging community.

ONLINE OPEN STUDIO 

January 10th and March 4th

1-4pm EST via Zoom

Come join us online for some art-making!  We will begin with a guided meditation and move into art making for a couple of hours.Then relax and share in creative community.  You can drop in anytime, stay for just an hour or the entire time.  No art experience needed!  Just your curiosity and time you carve out to work on your own project.

We leave pricing open, gratefully accepting donations while honoring your personal ability to give.

CREATIVE WISDOM:

Introductory Online Training in Expressive Arts

Are you ready to begin your expressive arts training?  Would you like an expertly guided entry point that will get you started so you can decide what's next?  This 8 week self-study journey will introduce you to the field of expressive arts and support you making creative changes in your work and life.  This course is also a pre-requiste to our Certificate Training Program.

 The International Expressive Arts Therapy Association (IEATA) is offering 23% off their membership rates through January. Expressive Arts Florida Institute is an organizational member, and we are both board members of  IEATA. If you are not a member already, we really think you will enjoy the international connections and events that this organization offers. You can read about the membership types HERE. We have also attached a flyer to this email regarding the membership discount. Here's a LINK to a new regional social event they are starting in February called The Zoom Loom. It's a great example of something you can get involved in.