Dear Creative One, We have had a full week of powerful expressive arts experiences and connection in community. After several days of creating together in Open Studio, Professional Development and Alumni Offerings, we are filled with gratitude for our community and the power of the work we do together. We want to thank Mitchell Kossak and Jo-Ann Dellaposta for their facilitation this week. Thank you to those who joined us online to share in the opportunities to learn from each of them about attuning and aligning with the power that lies within each of us through the power of expressive arts. It was also delightful to see some of our EAFI Alumni in a gathering this week, and to welcome three more people into the Alumni circle this month (some just this week!). Also, the July Alumni Spotlight went out featuring
Renee Bhatia! This month
brings a time for us to renew and nourish, attend to the interior of our business, and prepare ourselves for a very busy time beginning in August. A few things to
consider: - In July, we will see many of you at the IEATA conference online! If you have not registered yet, we encourage you to
join.
- Starting August 7, we are looking forward to Expressive Arts in the World Series and being with colleagues who are doing deeply meaningful work to bring about
positive change in the world.
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Yellow - the color of the Solar Plexus chakra. As we all prepared for the workshop with Jo-Ann, she asked us to bring something yellow. We found ourselves looking around our environments for the color to inspire our exploration of self. We found all kinds of things; paintings, scarves, smocks, stones. It is even blooming in Florida now in these big, bodacious, bright yellow trees. We invite you to consider the color yellow - where does it show up in your environment? How does it feel
to create images with the color? What messages does it have for you? Perhaps engage with different colors inside and outside this summer - and play with the colors in different ways. While we are on a break, we will be making art and engaging
in our personal practices.We send warm summer wishes for relaxation and renewal to you and look forward to seeing you in August! In gratitude, Tamara & Kathleen |
Expressive Arts in the World! Starting August 7 Join the global connection and learn from these leaders! |
These workshops are open to everyone! Whether you are a student in
our Certificate Training Program, an expressive arts facilitator, or a therapist, these training workshops will enrich and expand your knowledge and practice. All workshops are held via Zoom and in the Eastern time zone. You may register for one, several, or all of these. To register, click on the workshop you would like to register for and it will take you to the info/registration page. Interested in ALL of the workshops? Receive a discount when registering for the entire bundle. (click here to
register for all 11 workshops!) - Expressive Arts in Social Action - The IEATA Creative Wellness Service Initiative Program - Manju Jain and Aslam Khader, August 7, 6-8:30 pm edt
- Reconnecting to Our Soul and the Soul of the World - Hector Aristizibal (Colombia), August 11, 1-3:30 pm edt
- Emerging Voices in the Mirrors of Arts - Fiona Chang (Hong Kong), August 15, 6-8:30 pm edt
- Honouring Nature and Transitions in Life - Tribal art in
India - Belinda Rego and Chandini Harlalka, August 19, 10 am - 12:30 pm edt
- Expressive Arts Worldwide - Harambee Arts in Kenya and Nepal - Gloria Simoneaux, Lillian Obonyo, Sarala Tamang, August 21, 12-2;30 pm edt
- Planting seeds of
color in Guatemala - Mayari Hernandez, Paulina Buonafina, Pili Garin, Evelyn Ammon, August 22, 6-8:30 pm edt
- First Aid of the Soul: Culturally-sensitive & Trauma-informed Care Amidst Ongoing War - Nathalie Roberto-Timtchenko (Ukraine), August 30, 6-8:30 pm edt
- Being the Bridge: Expressive Arts without Borders -
Markus G. Scott-Alexander (Canada & global) September 13, 6-8:30 pm edt
- Story + Making = ? Opportunities in rural Canada - Fay Wilkinson (rural Ontario, Canada) September 22, 1-3:30 pm edt
- Embodied
Self-Awareness - Aisha Radwan (Egypt,) September 26, 1-3:30 pm edt
- Bereginya: Russian traditional dolls in expressive arts - Varvara Sidorova (Russia) September 29, 1-3:30 pm edt
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In this workshop we will explore integrative, expressive art making as a pathway of 'direct revelation,' spiritual awakening, and accessing the Universal Life-flow within us all. The goal of this workshop is to provide participants with an opportunity to step into the imaginal realms, release preconceived notions of who or what they are, and consider
their unique inner, creative, landscapes as personalized playgrounds for divine connection and spiritual transformation. Learn more about Terra in her Alumni Spotlight! |
What's Next in SoulCollage®? SoulCollage® is a fun and easy way to
express yourself, care for yourself, and discover and affirm your inner Wisdom. Using images, intuition, and imagination, you will create collaged cards that represent the many faceted and unique aspects of who you are. This workshop is open to those with experience in SoulCollage® and also those who would like to be introduced to it. No art experience is necessary. Diane will prepare a SoulCollage® kit for this workshop and mail it directly to you. Be sure to sign up early! |
SAVE the DATE! Registration will open soon. This workshop will engage spiritual directors in an expressive arts process to deepen their understanding of their role as spiritual director. Through guided meditation, artmaking, movement, and sound exploration, we will explore and play with the ways the expressive arts bring us into a deepening relationship with Mystery. Renee is a graduate of EAFI and a Spiritual Director. Learn more about her in our July Alumni Spotlight! On demand, start anytime
courses |
| Self Study Courses allow you to explore various processes and techniques at your own pace. With detailed, yet approachable instructions, videos, and meditations,
the imagery and guidance from this work can assist you, whether dipping your toes into expressive arts or seeking a deeper connection. |
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 course is also a
prerequisite to our Certificate Training Program. "Creative Wisdom 8 week online Training in Intermodal Expressive Arts is the best, richest, most thorough, safe, clear, broad, and deep foundational introduction anyone could hope for, whether for personal or professional use, if you wish to begin or continue your exploration of Expressive Arts!" - M.O., 2021 student |
In this Level 2 course, EAFI 220: Expressive Arts in the World: Populations, Practices and Settings, be inspired by guest presenters from around the world, as you expand your view of the practice and possibilities of Expressive
Arts! Pre-requisite: To register for this core course, you must be a current Level 2 student or a
Level 1 student with permission of mentor/faculty. Professional Development sessions are open to those not enrolled in the course or certificate program. |
EAFI 130: Scope of Expressive Arts: Individual, Group & Community is a Level 1 course in the Certificate Training Program and an opportunity to adapt the focus of expressive arts processes from intrapersonal to interpersonal, group and community. Both individual and collaborative expressive arts processes are utilized in this course, and some attention is given
to designing and facilitating collaborative art projects. Pre-requisite: This is one of the core Level One courses in our Certificate Training Program. Creative Wisdom Introductory Training Welcome Lesson and Lesson 1 are required prior to beginning a Level One course. |
Tamara is accepting new clients seeking therapy services and support using expressive arts to heal and grow. Using her years of creative practice and a compassionate approach, she is able to help clients access their inner strengths and create the change they most want in their lives. To inquire about services, you can go HERE, call/text 941-444-9585 or email tknappcounseling@gmail.com Questions? Comments? We are always happy to hear from you! ~Tamara and Kathleen Tamara Teeter Knapp MA, NCC, MHC Intern,
REACE® Kathleen Horne MA,
LMHC(S), REACE®, REAT® www.expressiveartsflorida.com |
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