About this Event
Art Journaling for Wellbeing
In these introductory sessions, we will explore what is important and inspiring in your life, learn art techniques, and develop ways to enhance your well-being.
The sessions are designed to be fun; the emphasis is on your enjoyment rather than artistic outcomes, although you will practice using different media and develop your own style. Art journals are not intended to be perfect; instead, they serve as a space for exploration, learning, enjoyment, reflection, and spontaneity.
The journaling journey never ends. The most important prerequisite is not experience; it is a mindset of permission - you give yourself permission to play and explore.
We will explore various source materials, including printouts/photos, images from our imagination, and items from life.
In this session, we will reflect on our day, drawing a seasonal bird and a flock of birds using biro, pencil and watercolour pencils.All materials are provided.
Your life in drawings:
A chance to reflect on the things that matter as well as the things that maybe don’t go so well at times. Each session serves as a starting point. Your journal is there for you to use as much or as little as you like, however you want.
Techniques:
You will learn various techniques for drawing in your journal using multiple, but accessible materials. You’ll learn to embrace imperfections and become more aware of what colours work together and how best to represent your thoughts. This will help develop your own style. The sessions will comprise a brief introduction, a warm-up activity (if the main activity allows), and the main journaling activity. If there’s time, we will do a group share at the end.
Wellbeing:
Throughout the sessions, you will be guided into the present moment and be encouraged to pay full attention. You will be able to reflect on your day, be vulnerable and honest, and play! Each session will provide an opportunity for connection with other journalers and to reflect on your own practice.
This session is for ages 18+ only.
Only one booking is permitted per person. Additional bookings may be cancelled to ensure fairness.
Please note: A small fee applies to this session to help support the Hub’s ongoing operation and sustainability. Your contribution enables us to continue providing a diverse range of wellbeing activities for the community - thank you for making this possible!
We want our sessions to be accessible to everyone. If cost is a barrier, please get in touch - we’re happy to support you to attend.
Priority is given to Rushcliffe residents. Participants from outside the area are welcome, however, an additional charge may apply. If you are a non-Rushcliffe resident and wish to attend, please get in touch at [email protected] for further details.
All bookings are non-refundable.
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Attendance Policy
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
West Bridgford Young People Centre, Bridgford Road, West Bridgford, United Kingdom
GBP 6.13
