Emergent Mandala Making: Creating without a Map
Learn to make mandalas improvisationally - one layer at a time - as you create. No art experience necessary.
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Emergent Mandalas ©Michelle James 2021
Manadala making is an ancient practice. In this workshop, we explore making them emergently, letting the structure emerge one layer at a time - a visual improvisation - as a practice for presence, creativity, stress-reduction, and getting more comfortable creating in the unknown. We focus on your creative self – including the self-talk, judgements, and stories you carry when creating with no outline - and the tools and techniques, such as what to do when you make a "mistake" in the process and there's no starting over, among other things.
Creating this way is about choosing presence over polish, adapting in the moment, and creating as you go. The practice of doing them regularly can open you up to new levels of presence, intution, and creativity that transfers to all areas of life. And, you have an end product that is your own unique expression.
Creating this way is about choosing presence over polish, adapting in the moment, and creating as you go. The practice of doing them regularly can open you up to new levels of presence, intution, and creativity that transfers to all areas of life. And, you have an end product that is your own unique expression.
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When: May 27. 1:00am-2:30 EST
Bonus: There is also an optional 30-minute post-workshop time (2:30-3:00pm) for anyone who'd like extra support
Where: Zoom
Investment: $50. Due to size limitations, there are no refunds. Materials: Colored pencils and an art pad. Zoom link and suggested brands for materials will provided upon registration.
Requirements: This group will be small – limited in size for maximum participation and customization. It requires being visible – using a lap top or desk top so all can fully participate in the exercises. Questions? Email or call Michelle James at 434-995-5077
Note: This is a one-session workshop that will eventually become part of a larger program. Because this is the first one, anyone who takes this workshop will also be able to apply this registration fee toward the registration of the larger program. In the program, we'll create a series over time, using the process as a way of deepening your relationship with spontaneity, creative expression, and feeling more at ease in life when there is no road map and you have to make it up as you go.