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Gathering Inward - A four week art journaling course

  • 920 41st Ave suite b · Santa Cruz
  • From USD 129.89
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Gathering Inward - A four week art journaling course
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Dive into four weeks of creative vibes and self-discovery through art journaling in this chill, hands-on experience.
About this Event

As autumn gives way to winter, it's the perfect time to slow down, get curious, and turn a little inward!

Join us every Sunday afternoon from 12:00-2:30pm, for a four-week creative journey. *Registration includes admission to all 4 sessions:

November 15th, November 22nd, November 29th, and December 6th

Let's gather and explore art journaling as a way to express, reflect, and discover. Through collage, mixed media, intuitive mark-making, color, and words, we'll explore the many layers of ourselves while creating personal pages that tell our stories in unexpected ways.

Each week offers new creative prompts, guided meditations, and art tips to help you connect with your imagination, while exploring your inner landscape.

Theme and weekly class flow-

The theme of the 4 week series is based around Shadow Work, a gentle process of exploring the parts of ourselves we often keep hidden, bringing them into awareness through curiosity, creativity, and self-compassion.

-Each week will begin with a guided meditation with a focus on a few art journaling prompts to get our creative juices flowing. After which we will work in our art journals. The instuctor will provide art tips and guidence while allowing you plenty of time for reflection and creativity.

-At the end of the class there will be space for an optional show and share. No pressure!

What we'll explore:

  • Mixed-media art journaling techniques
  • Collage, layering, image gathering, and mark-making
  • Exploring the hidden and unexpected parts of ourselves
  • Using art as a playful tool for self-discovery

Who is this for?

Anyone interested in creativity, personal exploration, and trying something new. No previous art or journaling experience is necessary.

Whats included?

Art supplies, tons of ephemera, journaling prompts, guided meditations, and instruction.

Whats NOT included?

Art journals. Please bring your own art journal or sketchbook.

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920 41st Ave suite b, 920 41st Avenue, Santa Cruz, United States

Tickets USD 129.89
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