Explore the basic principles of mindfulness, the neuroscience that supports the practice, meditation techniques and exploratory art practices. The first half of each class will begin with mindfulness instruction and meditation practice followed by art studio in the second half of class during which participants will use simple art materials to give expression to the lesson’s mindfulness experience. The art practices will be accessible to art-makers from beginner to advanced. There will be no formal art instruction, but many examples and suggestions for ways to use materials based on participants’ skill and comfort levels will be given. Materials may be as simple as paper and pencil, although markers, highlighters, crayons, paints, pastels, sketchbooks, etc. are also welcome.
