Draw and paint for the process. Don’t worry about the outcome.

The act of drawing and doodling can be a form of self-care, especially when it helps us feel calm and in a state of “flow.” Our brains work hard to predict the future or spend time ruminating over the past. Doodling can help give our “focus” circuits a break, allowing for more calm that can help heal worries.

Learn creative relaxation techniques, be playful and enjoy an escape from daily stresses using mindfulness and meditative drawing practices that are scientifcally proven to decrease stress and increase focus. No drawing skill is required.

Walk through art history to learn and explore how artists have used similar methods to inform their art practices and engage in mindfulness.

Understand the science behind why drawing and doodling makes you feel better.

Have fun with simple art materials through simple process-oriented exercises without worrying about the outcome. Choose methods that work best for you–take what works and use it to create more space and calm where needed.

This is an encouraging, no-pressure environment to help you kickstart or deepen self-care through drawing practices in a safe, fun, and non-judgmental way.

Supplies

– Something comfy to wear

-Lots of A4 paper, drawing pad or similar

-pencil and eraser

-black marker or regular Sharpie

-crayons, markers, colored pencils

-one or more pieces of watercolor or bristol paper

-watercolor brush

-ink, watercolor or acrylic paint

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Are you looking for ways to relax, quiet your mind and inspire creative flow?

I will guide you through a short mindfulness practice before we settle into a fun, creative painting session. We will focus on breathing and present moment awareness to create more ease and calm in the mind and body. No meditation or mindfulness experience is necessary.

These mindfulness practices are simple and accessible for everyone.

This online workshop is suitable for ALL LEVELS – However, please get in touch with me if you have any questions about what to expect.

Supplies

Feel free to sit on in the same chair you will use for the painting portion of the workshop and you are also welcome to sit on a yoga mat, bolster, or meditation cushion if you have one. Comfortable clothing is encouraged.