Who Am I? – An Embodied Self-Discovery Art Workshop

• Release physical and emotional tension through gentle, body-guided drawing
  
• Express feelings without words and explore hidden emotions
  
• Reconnect with your body, breath, and internal energy
  
• Create personal artwork while experiencing emotional release
  
• Leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and more grounded in yourself
  

This workshop is perfect for anyone who:

1. Creative Expression – looking for a playful way to relax, explore art, and enjoy some “me time” away from daily routines.
   
2. Feels stuck or disconnected – noticing life’s busyness has left them out of touch with their body, emotions, or creativity.
   
3. Is navigating change or uncertainty – going through career transitions, relationship shifts, moving homes, or any major life changes that bring stress or doubt.
   
4. Carries tension or emotional baggage in their body – feeling physical tightness, fatigue, or emotional overwhelm from past experiences or ongoing pressures.
   
5. Craves deeper self-awareness and emotional release – wanting to reconnect with themselves, understand their feelings, and feel grounded, calm, and inspired.
   

Octavia Xiaozi Yang Octavia is an award-winning artist and trauma-informed creative facilitator. She blends Eastern wisdom with art, movement, and somatic awareness to guide emotional release and foster inner reconnection. Her work has been exhibited internationally and featured in Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar. She holds an MA from the University of the Arts London and is certified in Guided Drawing and Clay Field through the Institute for Sensorimotor Art Therapy.

Lina Elijose (ADCH, PsyDip, Cert. C, Pos Ps) Lina is a trauma-informed psychotherapist who integrates somatic therapy with creative approaches. She supports individuals in releasing tension, processing emotions, and reconnecting with their authentic selves. Her holistic perspective honours each person’s innate capacity for growth and meaningful connection.

Our Collaboration

Octavia and Lina have teamed up to create a unique space where creativity, somatic awareness, and psychological insight meet. Both guided by their personal experiences and a shared belief in the transformative power of mindful expression, they are committed to supporting women and families in reconnecting with their inner strength and authenticity. Through art, movement, and reflective practices, they empower participants to release emotional blocks, nurture resilience, and rediscover joy — spreading the belief that every individual carries their own inner light waiting to be seen and expressed.

Practical Info

• Duration: 3 hours
  
• Date & Time: Sunday, 19th April 2026, 2pm–5pm
  
• Location: Firepit Art Gallery, North Greenwich
  
• Group Size: Small, all materials provided

This is a supportive and relax space for emotional exploration and relaxation. It is not a substitute for medical or psychological treatment.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Firepit Art Gallery and Studios CIC, 10 Cutter Lane, London, United Kingdom

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