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Hello Creative Friend, We are writing to you in the afterglow of a beautiful week of journeying the world through Expressive Arts! Fourteen of our remarkable students gathered on Zoom, and we were joined by 10 extraordinary presenters from around the world for sharing, learning and inspiration! Our hearts are full! In the midst of so much divisiveness,
despair, and separation in the world, a gathering like this inspires hope and possibility. Gloria Simoneaux and Joyce Oketch from Harambee Arts (Kenya) described their amazing program as a 'love story' and this really resonates as we consider the global expressive arts community. Watch a moving film from the Haramabee Arts love story here. Hector Aristizabal from Colombia led us through powerful encounters with the more-than-human world, and spoke to us about the illusion of separation - from nature and from one another - and the possibilities that working with the arts in community offer.
You can watch a moving video here. Fay Wilkinson offered us 'the power of story', and you can witness heartfelt examples of her 'Stories in Motion'
project on her Vimeo channel here. You are sure to be moved and inspired. We are deeply grateful for each of our presenters: Fiona Chang (Hong Kong), Be Water: Person-centered Expressive Arts in Hong Kong Mayari Hernandez (Guatemala). Technicolor Path: Journey Along the Sacred White Road Markus Scott-Alexander (Canada), Creating Clarity Fay Wilkinson (rural Ontario, Canada), The Power of
Story Manju Jain and Aslam Khader (India, USA) Social and Emotional Learning in India Varvara Sidorova (Russia), Reality and Imagination: Analogue and Digital Art in EXA Hector Aristizabal (Colombia), Listening to the More than Human World Gloria Simoneaux and Joyce Oketch (Harambee Arts, Kenya), A Unique Expressive Arts Program in Kenya Impacts Thousands Each of our students created a visual map of their journey, as a way to reflect along the way, and integrate the experience. The map is one of our favorite "visual arts containers". Here is one exquisite example, created by Renee Bhatia, EAFI Graduate Mentor, who was our teaching assistant in this course. "I imagine an enchanted world" Witnessing maps on the last day. The maps we made in this class are maps of where we traveled, rather
than maps to help us plan a trip. Have you ever made a personal 'map' of any kind? Perhaps tracing a journey you have taken (outer or inner), or your life journey, your family, or community? Or even of your day or week? What about a gratitude map that you add something to at the end of each day? There are so many possibilities, and it can be an illuminating and enjoyable process. If you decide to try it and you want to share with us, you can do that in our FB group. We always love to witness your process. We are currently enrolling for our next in person training course
EAFI 130: Scope of Expressive Arts - Individual, Group & Community. We have a few spots available for those who would like to take this course as a stand alone workshop. It is in person, in Sarasota, FL, October 14-17. All participants will receive a certificate of completion. LCSW, LMHC & LMFT can submit for CEUs. We also have a lot
going on this month and we hope you'll join us for something! Our next In Person Open Studio is Friday, September 19th! Join us and create in community. Supplies and light refreshments are provided. If you can't make if for the In Person Open Studio we will have Online Open Studio the following Tuesday from 1-4pm. On Saturday, September 20th Kathleen will be hosting an Art as a
Healing Practice live session for anyone enrolled in the Arts as a Healing Practice self-study course. Monday, September 22nd, is our next Expressive Arts Discovery! This is a guided expressive arts workshop for self-discovery; helping you connect with your intuition through guided meditation, artmaking,
writing and more. On Monday, September 29th, we have our next Mindful Art Play Live session! These are monthly live sessions for all Mindful Art Play members. We had such a fun time at the last one and I'm looking forward to creating with you all again! If you aren't yet a member, you can still join! Click the button below for more info. |
Thank you for being a part of our community. We hope to see you in the circle soon. May we all encircle the world with love, Kathleen, Tamara & the Expressive Arts Florida
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Follow your creative thread through guided meditation, artmaking, writing, moving and witnessing in this 90 minute workshop. Learn more here!
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Join us for In Person Open Studio and work on a creative project! We have basic art supplies, tea and light snacks. 1031 S. Euclid Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237 Room 9 Learn more here!
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Gather together with Kathleen online and work on a creative project. Learn more here!
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This is more than a continuing education training—it’s an immersive, soul-nourishing experience designed for therapists who are ready to connect with the healing power of imagination, creativity, and presence. Learn more here.
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See all our upcoming offerings here! 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! |
Featured Self-Study Course |
Expressive Arts Intention Setting A beginning is an opening for surprises. Beginnings are new horizons that want to be seen. What is the new horizon in you that wants to be seen?
~ John O’Donohue We always have the option to begin, again. Connect with yourself in this guided self-study course where you'll discover, create, craft, and work with an intention that will act as your personal inner compass. *No previous art experience necessary |
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 |
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