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Dear Creative Friend, As we sat in the circle during one of our recent courses, an image appeared in my (Tamara) mind of each
of our life paths flowing toward that moment like a river, pooling and deepening in the center of the circle. Then Kathleen shared a poem that simply stated what I had been feeling. It included a word that had resonated with me the previous week and was still resounding in my soul - unfolding. Then I sat down at open studio and an image arrived with a deeply meaningful story. These little tidbits of wisdom in the form of words, images, movements, sensations are worth noticing. This is how
expressive arts informs our lives and enriches our life paths. As I continue to engage in my practice and notice connections between images as I go, I realize how there is a stream or river flowing through me that carries wisdom for my own unfolding. In the best of moments, I feel led, supported, and grateful. Fluent by John O'Donohue I would love to live like a river flows, Carried by the surprise Of its own unfolding. As we come together to learn, we deepen, expand, and multiply the benefits of this work for ourselves and others. At this time in the world, it feels essential to find the places where our lives intersect and ways we can support one another toward our own unfolding. This image was created as I imagined each of us bringing ourselves to the circle, then joining our colors together in a new
way. We are grateful for all of those who have joined us in the circle so far and for those who will come into the circle still this year for training, workshops, and community. Together, we can listen to the stream of creativity that helps us access needed wisdom, courage, and strength. Our next core course is coming up at the end of the month, EAFI 200 Facitlitation Skills in Expressive Arts. The last start date for the program in time to get all of the core courses this year is April 1-4. We anticipate the excitement and honor of witnessing the transformational journeys of each and every one of our
students in the circles we will create. In the meantime, the Storytelling series continues Tuesday, our SoulCollage® series starts soon with an introductory workshop, and we have Expressive Arts Discovery this week. |
Join Eliana Gil, Kathleen, and Tamara for an integrative training in Sarasota that weaves together the threads of Sand, Play and Expressive Arts therapies into a dynamic intermodal journey that will nourish you and enliven your work.
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We invite you to try this - Begin with a line. You may want to make a line with paint, markers, crayons, oil pastels, or a pen. Start somewhere on
your page and continue with it, slowly following its lead allow it to continue for as long as you like then make another line, then another. Listen within as you make your lines. Notice what arrives and when it feels like "just enough", stop and write a few words. A list or a short "I am" statement. Then move your body in response to the image as you look at it and say the words out loud or in a whisper. Notice what arrives for you and offer gratitude for its
arrival. Would you like to share your personal practice images? Our private Facebook group is a sanctuary for witnessing one another. (If you are a new member, please be sure to answer the questions and agree to the rules. That helps us to hold a safe and welcoming
space.) With love and gratitude, Tamara, Kathleen, and the Expressive Arts Florida
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Take a look at our live online & in person events happening this week! |
Mark your calendar for
these upcoming classes & workshops! Registration is open for all events unless otherwise noted. To see a schedule of all upcoming events, courses and workshops visit our calendar of events here. If you have questions about an upcoming course or event, please email us at admin@expressiveartsflorida.com.
March 10th and April 17th (Live Online - Times are different for each one) Expressive Arts Discovery monthly sessions are back! Click here to learn more!
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The final workshop in a 3 part online storytelling workshop series featuring Fay Wilkinson! Learn innovative and unconventional ways of telling stories. Click here to learn more!
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In case you missed it, we have a new SoulCollage® Seeking Wisdom workshop in a few weeks! Join Diane Lampitt in a gentle, creative practice that will help you reconnect with your inner wisdom and intuition. Click here to learn more!
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Join Kathleen and our wonderful online creative community to connect and engage, explore, and witness. Click here to learn more!
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Join Eliana Gil, Kathleen, and Tamara for an integrative training in Sarasota that weaves together the threads of Sand, Play and Expressive Arts therapies into a dynamic intermodal journey that will nourish you and enliven your work. Click here to learn more!
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The final opportunity to begin and complete the Certificate Training Program in its final form will be starting with this course in April. This course can also be taken as a stand alone course. Click here to learn more!
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Creative Wisdom: Introductory Training in Expressive Arts
What if you could start incorporating expressive arts into your personal and professional life right now? All while learning from the comfort of your home on your own time?
In this 8 week self-study training you will learn a basic overview and understanding of the field of expressive arts and how to use key expressive arts practices in your work. Whether you are a counselor, educator, healthcare professional, spiritual director, coach, artist or someone who is simply interested in this field, we invite you to join us in this 8 week self-study introductory training in
expressive arts.
*Certificate of completion for 16 hours of Expressive Arts training and 16 CEU’s for LMHC, LCSW or LMFT |
All 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! |
Tamara is accepting new expressive arts therapy clients seeking support using to heal and grow. Using her expertise in expressive arts and a compassionate approach, she helps clients access their inner strengths and create the change they need 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, LMHC, REACE® Kathleen Horne MA, LMHC(S), REACE®, REAT® www.expressiveartsflorida.com |
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