How to Cope with Being Human: An Artistic Exploration of the 5 Senses

How to Cope with Being Human: An Artistic Exploration of the 5 Senses

Join us for a multidisciplinary art exploration at Trout Lake where we will delve into the intricacies of our human experience and how to cope with the difficulties through the lens of our 5 senses. Through a series of interactive activities, we will explore how art can help us cope with the challenges of being human. From sight to taste, touch to smell, and sound, we will engage all our senses to unlock new ways of understanding ourselves and the world around us. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with others and tap into your creative side!
Bringing snacks/ something to drink is encouraged!
About the facilitators:
Franz Seachel is a South-Asian multidisciplinary artist and settler residing on unceded Coast-Salish lands of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and šxʷməθkʷəy̓əmaɁɬ təməxʷ (Musqueam) nations. Franz has a B.A. in Creative Writing from Kwantlen Polytechnic University. She is the Founder/ Executive Director of Enable: Arts Society, a nonprofit that supports community-based and collaborative art projects by emerging and/or marginalized voices. Their work has been featured at several events and festivals across so-called Canada, and they are currently working on her debut novel among other multidisciplinary projects. Franz is a creator of space. She believes art creates genuine connections. Art makes living bearable—she does her best to put more colour into the world, both by brightening up the mundane with creation, and in her mission to uplift the truths of marginalized bodies. Franz hopes you dream often; she hopes you find reasons to stay. Follow them on Instagram @franz_seachel.

Patricia Mirth is a first-gen Filipina poet, artist, workshop facilitator and intern counsellor. She is passionate about holding authentic, soft, brave spaces for communities to connect and learn. Patricia is working through her Master's in Clinical Counselling to better serve the community with more anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, BIPOC-led mental health resources. Combining her experience and love for poetry and crafts with her education in Psychology and Counselling, she works to facilitate workshops that mix psychoeducation, self-expression, creativity, and silliness. She believes in art creating meaningful pathways of healing and connection.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Trout Lake, Trout Lake, Vancouver, Canada