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Dear Yesterday, EAFI 220, Expressive Arts in the World, came to an end. This is a core course in our Certificate Training Program - a series of Professional
Development workshops with Expressive Arts professionals from around the world. Many of you joined us for one or more workshops, whether or not you are a currently enrolled student in our training program. From August 7 until now, this journey has been underway, with 11 workshops and 17 presenters. We are deeply grateful to all of these amazing teachers for your guidance, your wisdom, and your inspiration. ❤️🌎 Manju Jain, Aslam Khader, Hector Aristizabal, Fiona Chang, Markus Scott-Alexander, Gloria Simoneaux, Sarala
Tamang, Lillian Obonyo, Fay Wilkinson, Natalie Robelot-Timtchenko, Mayari Hernandez, Evelyn Ammon, Pili Garin, Paulina Buonafina, Varvara Sidorova, Aisha Radwan, Belinda Rego, Chandini Harlalka ❤️🌎 To assist in integrating their learning, the CTP students each created a map of their journey through this course. Here is a photo of some of the completed images. These maps are a record, or a 'visual arts container' of where the students have been and what they are taking with them from their virtual travels. |
There has been so much deep learning from this series. In the midst of extensive world conflict, violence, and loss, the arts provide us with points of connection
that help to counter the polarization. The very act of creating together fosters empathy, understanding, and an appreciation for both uniqueness and commonality. I wrote this after our session yesterday: It's all about being willing to acknowledge and enter the darkness, and still live in, and offer the light, each in our own unique way. Try
this: Draw a circle on your paper. Consider 2 people (perhaps you and another) or 2 groups who seem locked in conflict. Invite a symbol to arrive for each one. Find a way (lead with your imagination, not your head) to put both of these symbols in the circle in a creative way. What do you notice? Write in the voice of the image, perhaps starting with 'I am a
circle and I hold....' or Draw a circle and invite someone else to draw with you, within the circle. Take turns making marks until the dialogue seems complete. Share your experiences or co-create a story of what you
see. As always, if you would like to share your process or anything coming up for you, we invite you to connect in our Facebook group. (If you are not yet a member, please answer the questions and agree to the group rules when you request to join.) With gratitude, Kathleen, Tamara and the Expressive Arts Florida Team |
We are so excited to be welcoming in some new students and reuniting
with others. Since this is an in person course, we will also be meeting some previous students face to face for the first time! In this course we focus on how to adapt expressive arts processes from intrapersonal to interpersonal, group and community. We teach how both individual and collaborative expressive arts processes
are utilized and how to design and facilitate collaborative art projects. This course, along with the other Level 1 courses, can be taken as a stand-alone course separate from the rest of the Certificate Training Program. We have this as an option so you can get a feeling for how we teach our expressive arts courses
and see if our training program feels like the right path for you. If you are interested in learning more about this course to potentially take it next fall, please click the button below! |
Save the Date! New workshop announcement! Earth Alive: Exploring Elemental Connections through the Expressive Arts Monday, December 4th 6:00-8:30 pm EST online Identify
mind/body connections with the elements and redefine preconceived ideas about your relationship to the elemental world.Topaz’ work is guided by a desire to help the world remember that we are intrinsically connected to the earth and our survival as a species is dependent on our willingness and ability to play, grow, heal and love. |
Calling all SoulCollage® practicioners beginners to advanced or anyone interested in learning more about this practice! This workshop is for
you. Join Diane Lampitt as she guides you on this intutive journey. Create cards based on your intuition that help guide you on your path. This 3 hour workshop in online and preregistration is necessary. Click the button below for more information & registration. |
Are you wanting to deepen your practice or add another layer to it? Join Pat Allen & Rabbi Adina Allen in inviting the thinking mind into
your creative process. In this workshop you will learn about chevruta learning or paired text learning that, in the Jewish tradition, is a time-tested way to engage holistically with your entire being: heart, soul, spirit, body and mind. You will pair this learning with the Open Studio Process of intention setting, art making and witness as a way of integrating intellect and imagination. For more information & to register, please click the link below. |
Beyond the “I am One Who…” and “My gift to you is…” there are an unlimited number of ways to access the wisdom of your SoulCollage® cards. In
this new online series, Diane will lead you in different ways to work with your SoulCollage® cards. This is the fianl session of the 3 session Deep Dive. |
Do you want to engage in a heart opening process that increases self-awareness, compassion, and gratitude? Join us in this poetry circle where
we will engage poetic medicine as a means of encouraging our hearts to open more fully in our daily lives. Together, we will create a poetic sanctuary. |
Come take a creative pause with us! We have been offering this for many years and still find that taking just 90 minutes out of our day to
gather for a simple process and sharing is restorative and illuminating. Join us and make a refreshing discovery! |
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| Online Open Studio October 31, November 7, November 21, December 5, December 19 1:00 - 4:00 pm EDT online |
Online Open Studio is back! 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. |
On demand, start anytime courses! Are you looking to explore expressive arts on your own and at your own pace? These Self Study Courses contain detailed, yet approachable instructions, videos, and meditations facilitated by Kathleen & Tamara. The imagery and guidance from this work can assist you, whether dipping your toes into expressive arts or seeking a deeper connection. *All courses come with lifetime access so you can refer back to them at any time! *No previous art experience is necessary!
This is an 8-week introductory training into the field of expressive arts and the pre-requisite for our Certificate Training Program. You will learn a basic overview of expressive arts, what it is, theories, approaches, applications etc and how to apply this work into your personal and professional life.
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10 expressive arts lessons that can be done at your own pace. These easy to follow lessons are instructed by Kathleen and Tamara and can be done in any order at any time.
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A 6 week self-study course. Each lesson includes a guided meditation and an invitation to art making and writing.
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This is a recording of a live intention setting workshop that you can follow along with and replay as many times as you want! Includes a downloadable intention setting guide and journal prompts.
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This is a recording of a live Expressive Arts Discovery workshop that you can replay as many times as you want! Includes a guided meditation, invitation to art making & writing, a pdf guide and much more.
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This self study course includes a lecture and powerpoint on mandalas by Kathleen Horne, followed by a guide to creating your own personal mandala. Includes a step by step demo, guided meditation, journal prompts and additional mandala resources.
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In this course you will learn how to adapt the focus of expressive arts processes from intrapersonal to interpersonal, group and community. You will learn how both individual and collaborative expressive arts processes are utilized and how to design and facilitate collaborative art projects.
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In this course you will learn how expressive arts effects change in all aspects of human experience: body, mind and spirit. You will explore ways in which the different arts modalities bring growth and change, and how they work together as a holistic model. You will also engage with an exciting and potent array of individual and group processes,
focusing on physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual experience.
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In this course you will immerse yourself into
Expressive Arts process, including visual art, sound, music, movement, drama, writing, and guided meditation. You will learn how to set an intention and follow the thread of your own creative process and imagery through a series of guided experiences. This course is a great introduction to the power of intermodal expressive arts!
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Tamara is accepting new clients in Florida 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 ~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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