Dear Creative Ones, Today we are particularly thankful for a couple of things. One is the global connection and
community that is formed, held and nurtured through expressive arts practice. - We could travel to almost anywhere in the world and connect with someone else who practices expressive arts!
There is an immediate bond of understanding, a sharing of the same language, a trusting connection that runs deep. There is a sense of community based on authenticity, generosity, and valuing the importance of the imagination.
Kathleen in Guatemala with Frances, Evelyn, Mayari, Pili - sharing a meal, making art, and building connections. Upcoming
Planting Seeds of Color in Guatemala workshop grew out of our time together. The second is the opportunity to support and witness the professional and personal growth and blossoming of so many extraordinary people through their immersion in expressive arts
training. - Many people who seek out expressive arts training are feeling and responding to a call, and taking the courageous step to show up for the journey. Coming to the circle from a wide
variety of backgrounds and ages, they water the seeds of a longing or a vision and support one another in discovering what is essentially a wisdom practice. That is how it has been, and still is, for us. As teachers, guides and mentors, we joyfully witness - often in awe - the pathways of our students as they each flower in their own unique way, unfolding a never-before-seen petal of expressive arts practice in the world.
Image created by Kathleen in response to our most recent group of students in EAFI 110 Intermodal Expressive Arts Intensive. "We flow and undulate, moving to one rhythm, one drumbeat, one collective energy."
We encourage you to take a look at the first three
workshops in our Alumni Series, all in the month of June. Eco-expressive arts, mandalas of reflection, and an integration of expressive arts, Reiki, and guided meditation are the unique workshops our alumni are offering. And, are you ready to connect with and learn from expressive arts leaders from around the world? You might love our Expressive Arts in the World Series, in August and September. Choose from 11 workshops, or register for the whole bundle at a discount. - 🌎 Egypt, Ukraine, India, USA, Guatemala, Colombia, Canada, Russia, Hong Kong, Kenya, and Nepal! 🌎
It is an incredible gift to be able to be involved in such life-giving,
positive, relevant, and impactful work. We are deeply grateful. Love, Kathleen and Tamara |
Our Expressive Arts in the World workshop series is now open for registration! 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 or on the image above 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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Alumni Series Workshops! These workshops are open to anyone who feels called to participate. |
Sacred Tree offers you an opportunity to explore the nature of trees through a creative cycle of expression. You are invited to journey through poetry, guided visualization, visual art making, and writing as a means of connecting with and embodying the natural element of trees. This workshop is intended to foster a sense of interconnection and belonging in the natural world which supports our personal and communal well-being. |
In this workshop, we will create mandalas and consider different ways of deepening their meaning – from journaling to interpreting motifs and symbols we use personally. We will add movement as a way to experience our mandalas and enhance our own understanding of what may lie within. |
Through guided meditation, and an integration of Reiki, sound energy and expressive arts
modalities, we will focus on opening and balancing the 3rd Chakra.
Participants will:
-Release the blocks that stop you from experiencing your uniqueness
-Keep the energy moving to utilize your personal power and strength
-Feel confident and capable to be your individual, authentic self
-Learn the steps necessary to keep this energy center clear and thriving
-Simulate your learning through the various expressive art modalities, making your experience real and concrete. Learn more about Jo-Ann in her Alumni Spotlight! And next in our Alumni Series: Terra Dyer Gill will bring you Shamanic Energy Arts: Expressing The Soul. Friday Aug. 4 Registration will open soon Professional Development Series Throughout the year, we offer Professional Development workshops with leaders in the field. In June, we welcome back Mitchell Kossak! Receive a Certificate of Completion, submit for CEU's, and gain access to the recording as well as the live
workshop! In the fall, Susan O'Connell, Topaz Weis, and Pat B. Allen/ Rabbi Adina Allen will be offering Professional Development workshops, too. |
This workshop will be a time to reflect on the inner and outer landscapes with a focus on how expressive arts can address individual and collective trauma through a lens of inter and intra- personal neurobiology. Through guided exercises that use breath, sound, rhythmic drumming, movement and image making we will explore
how a re-alignment with personal and transpersonal rhythms can help to facilitate a sense of psychospiritual unity and begin a process of healing. Online Offerings Coming up... |
Come join us online for some
art-making! We will begin with a guided meditation and move into open, self-directed creative time. Just bring your curiosity and take some time to work on your own project. Witnessing and sharing for the last half hour. A beautifully supportive creative community and new people always welcome! Donations in any amount are never required, and are always gratefully accepted. PayPal.Me/eafistudio |
Crossroads and intersections can provide rich metaphors to help us either
affirm the road we are on, choose a new direction, or just become more intentional about our directional decisions. SoulCollage® is a powerful process of listening to your inner wisdom as you navigate these twists and turns of life. Diane will prepare a special SoulCollage® kit for this workshop. Be sure to sign up early! |
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Discovery Tuesday, June 13th 7-8:30 pm EDT On Zoom A Virtual Expressive Arts Workshop Listen. Learn. Make Art. Share. Witness. Discover. |
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 |
One group of students is just completed their Internship, and another is midway through EAFI 230 - The Business and Profession of Expressive Arts. Registration
will open for EAFI 220 - Expressive Arts in the World - soon, and the next Level 1 course is in-person, in October.
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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. |
Update on our Online Learning Platform Our Online Learning Platform has been upgraded. It looks a bit different and has some new features which will support an even better experience for you. Your
learning library may look at little different but your courses are still there. If you are enrolled in a course that you purchased and need assistance you can email support@ruzuku.com or create@expressiveartsflorida.com to ask for help. 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 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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