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Our Services
In our gallery and studio space in the Towles Court Art Colony in downtown Sarasota, Expressive Arts Florida offers a variety of exhibits and on-going classes throughout the year. The gallery features art by the four members and the local expressive arts community. We have special exhibits relating to our community programs ranging from art made by people with Parkinson’s disease to children with Autism. We also can create custom-tailored programs.
 We offer a variety of workshops and classes, individually and collectively. Classes are structured to use the expressive arts modalities of visual art, creative writing, poetry, movement, music, and drama. All of our workshops are designed for the artist within and do not require any previous art experience. We simply offer an opportunity to express yourself in new and meaningful ways, including: Mind-Body Skills, Art as a Healing Practice, Touch Drawing, Mandala Workshops and more.
We provide consulting, mentoring, art instruction and individual and group expressive arts therapy.
We offer Arts and Health Consultation and Customized Expressive Arts Training Programs
We specialize in contracting with community programs to bring expressive arts into your settings, through staff training, team building, client services, collaborative and community art projects, and more. All programs are tailored to meet the specific needs of each group.
Expressive Arts Florida Institute, our Certificate Training Program in Intermodal Expressive Arts is now fully operational. More information here.
Services from Expressive Arts Florida:
On-Going Services | Workshops | Events | Exhibits | On-Line
ON-GOING SERVICES
Expressive Arts Community Networking
The Expressive Arts Community is flourishing in southwest Florida. Our monthly networking meeting gives practitioners and those in training an opportunity to meet, share, and try out new ideas. Each session will offer a facilitated experience by a community member, as well as networking time. $10 Last Wed of each month Call or email to reserve your spot.
Mind-Body Skills Sessions for Individuals, Couples and Groups
When mind and body are working together there is great opportunity for growth and well being. Participants will explore the scientific basis for mind-body medicine. Participants will also learn effective tools for self-care that can help in dealing with life changes, stress and illness. Call to discuss fees and appointments.
Expressive Arts Mentoring, Consulting, and Supervision
Professional support and consultation is a must for those in this rapidly developing field. At Expressive Arts Florida, our team is available to provide guidance in the fields of therapy, healthcare, education, and more. Our services are available in person, by telephone, email, or Skype. Single or ongoing appointments are available. Call to discuss.
Community/Collaborative Art Making
A collaborative art project is a wonderful addition to your event! We design projects appropriate to your setting and clientele. Conferences, festivals, waiting rooms, educational programs, and even parties are great settings for community art projects, and the finished piece can be hung in a place of honor and posted on your website. Some examples are collaborative mandalas, quilts, mosaics, and Flower of Life.
Creative Team Building
We will design an arts-based team building experience for your agency, business, or work team.
The arts provide a safe and powerful way to increase understanding, tolerance and appreciation, resulting in improved relationships and productivity. And, you will have a beautiful and powerful finished art piece to install in your space.
Call for a consultation; we will create a proposal to meet your needs.
Arts and Health Consultation Sessions
Custom Trainings in Expressive Arts, Arts and Health, Art and Healing
Transforming Trauma through Creative Expression
An 8-week therapy group for women recovering from sexual abuse. Creativity is a powerful way to release the power and transform the energy of past sexual trauma. Small, confidential group. Facilitated by Kathleen Horne, LMHC and Elizabeth Bornstein, LCSW. We are currently forming a new group. Call Kathleen for information 365-6466
Creating Healing Environments
We specialize in transforming your space into one of healing and wellbeing. We will work with you, your staff, students, or residents, to design and collaboratively create mosaics, hand painted furniture, art quilts, and more. Let us show you our portfolio and discuss options, ideas and fees. The possibilities range from a commissioned art work with a healing message, to a complete transformation of an environment.
Here is a powerful example:
http://nicusupport.org/herosjourney/
Wonderful for hospitals, agencies, waiting rooms, schools, retirement centers, or your home.
WORKSHOPS
Touch Drawing
Group and Individual sessions available
Images that arise from a deep inner place can be powerful expressions of our authentic creative voice. Touch Drawing offers participants a simple, profound creative experience. Imagery is created by the movement of hands and fingers on a tissue paper surface. Suitable for any level of experience, including beginners. Our facilitators have learned Touch Drawing from Deborah Koff-Chapin, who created it. www.touchdrawing.com
Art as a Healing Practice
An art-making practice as part of our daily lives is health-affirming and life-enhancing. Participants will take time to pause, connect with inner resources through guided meditation, art-making, writing, and sharing/witnessing. This practice is simple and powerful, and can be done individually at home. Any level of art-making experience is welcome. $40 per session. Series of 6 sessions.
Mandalas for Healing and Creative Expression
The Mandala (Sanskrit for “sacred circle”) is found in nature and as an art/spiritual/healing form within many cultures. Participants will be introduced to this ancient and powerful symbol, and will be guided in creating personal mandalas. All levels of art experience welcome. CEU’s available
Developing Your Touch Drawings
Bring your Touch Drawings and a canvas and learn how to mount and develop them with acrylics, pastels, collage and more. Offered periodically and by request.
Expressive Arts for Self-Awareness
Victoria will guide you in a multi-modal arts process in a studio-type setting. Explore and enjoy visual art making, creative writing, image dialoguing, movement and sound as a way to tap into your authentic creative resources. Discover your path to self-transformation, personal growth and renewal. Taught in series of 3 sessions; $30 per class. Discounts for attending 6 classes. Watch for new dates.
Animal Wisdom
By paying attention to the natural world around us, and taking notice of those creatures big a small who visit us in our day to day life, we can use the language, spirit, and inspiration of animals to communicate and connect with our inner and outer worlds. As we attune to Mother Nature’s presence, and the symbols and powers of our animal guides, we are able to tap into the essence of our inner knowing, gaining positive self-awareness and a deeper understanding of our authentic path and purpose. Join Elizabeth and Victoria for art making, journaling, nature. $35 per class, with discount for attending multiple sessions. Watch for new dates.
ONLINE
Online Mentoring and Support Group for Expressive Arts Facilitators.
This is a private, confidential, members-only blog which provides a forum for mentoring, consultation, and peer dialogue in the field of Expressive Arts. It is designed to give beginning facilitators, or those expanding their practice into new areas, the benefit of both professional and peer support. Openings on the first of every month. Monthly rate (unlimited use) $50 per month. Group size will not exceed 10. Email or call for more information. ONLINE Download flyer.
Mandala as Personal Practice An ONLINE forum
for exploring the mandala, sharing images, writings, and experiences. Kathleen facilitates by providing information, resources, teachings and images, and offers feedback and suggestions to participants. Discussion and sharing is encouraged between participants. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in exploring the Mandala as a personal art practice, learning more, sharing their art and insights, and staying connected with others, without geographical barriers. Call or email for info. $25 per month (1 month commitment required; renewable on the 1st of each month). Download Flyer.
EVENTS
Towles Court Art Walks
3rd Friday of each month, 6-10 pm. Join us, and our neighboring gallieries for a vibrant, art-filled evening. Great art, live music, friends and fun! At Expressive Arts Florida we usually have collaborative art projects as well!
Touch Drawing Community Exhibit: Annually, opening in November
MANDALAS – Sacred Circles in Art and Healing - A Community Exhibit
Annually, opening in February.
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