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Dear Creative Friend, In Friday’s Heart of the Elder workshop, we explored how the energies of the elements are moving through our lives. This morning, I (Kathleen) invite you to try this simple practice for yourself. Nature-based practices reconnect us with an essential truth: we are not “connected to” nature—we ARE nature. When we pause, look around, and attune to the elements moving through both our inner and outer lives, we remember this truth and open to the profound wisdom it offers. The elements help us recognize that wisdom is always present,
taking different forms—steady as earth, spacious as air, alive as fire, and deep as water. Be curious about which elements are moving through you right now. You may find all of them present, and
some may be more prominent than others. EARTH is the energy of rootedness and embodiment. It gives shape, structure, and support.
Ask:
Where do I stand on solid ground in my life? AIR is the energy of the mind, communication, and perspective. It moves, connects, and brings lightness and spaciousness.
Ask: What has become clearer with time? FIRE is the energy of intensity, desire, and change. It fuels action and transformation.
Ask:
What wants to be expressed or created now? WATER is the energy of feeling, intuition, and relationship. It flows, softens, deepens, and connects.
Ask: Where am I being invited to flow, forgive, or release? You might respond to these questions through writing, visual art, movement, rhythm—or a weaving of them all. What arises for you? What is the nugget of wisdom you take away? We would love to know what you discover. If you would like to share with us, you can do that in our private Facebook Group. We would love to witness you. If you are not already a member of that group, please be sure to fill out the membership questions in order to join. You may also enjoy following Kathleen's personal practice on Substack. |
In case you missed it, registration is now open for the following brand new events! Whether you're looking to deepen your practice, learn new skills or stay connected in community, we have something for you. Removing Blocks, Creating New Paths (live online training) with Anin Utigaard MFT, REAT® - May 30, 2026 | 12:00-5:30 pm ET - In this experiential training, you'll explore how expressive arts practices can help reveal, understand, and transform the obstacles that keep us from moving forward. CEU's and Expressive Arts training
hours. Centering the Circle (live online workshop) with Dr. Heidi Heft LaPorte, DSW, MSW - April 20, 2026 | 7:00-8:30pm ET - Missing the steady company of others who understand this work? This monthly gathering offers a place to come home to your creative practice—held in community, rooted in presence, and open to whatever is unfolding within
you. The FOAT Institute is hosting Kathleen and
Tamara for,The Creative Wisdom Approach: Embodying a 5-step Intermodal Expressive Arts Process (live online) April 20, 2026 - 6:00-8:00pm ET - Join us to learn about and experience Kathleen’s and Tamara’s
5-step intermodal expressive arts process that draws on the natural world and the deep inner wisdom accessed through the arts. They will share an intermodal sequence of checking in, nature witnessing, guided meditation, art-making, movement, sound, witnessing and sharing. Didactic and experiential with applications to clients, students, mentees, or workshop participants. If you feel called to explore things more deeply, we invite you to join us in one of the upcoming offerings below. |
NEW!!! Save the Date for the following events! Take a look at what's coming up for the rest of 2026!
Registration will open soon for these training workshops. |
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 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 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 [email protected] With gratitude and love, Kathleen, Tamara, and the Expressive Arts Florida Institute Team |
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