Therapeutic Arts & Mindful Creativity

During Covid19 we will be meeting in our zoom classroom :) After having taught abstract art for more than ten years at an art school in London I decided to bring some classes in Abstract Painting to Brighton.... with a twist though. The classes started in June last year and have been really popular and brought together a fantastic group of people. I have designed them as a drop-in so you can sign up for a one-off or continue on a weekly basis if you like it. You will learn different approaches to abstract painting and each week I'll offer some information on an interesting artist. The classes are usually held at the Windmill where we make use of a bright room upstairs but for the next months we will meet online. And this has proven to be a lot of fun also! You don't need any experience, complete beginners are welcome but you will need to have some materials to get started: acrylic paints, some paint brushes, a pallet/plate, jar for water, old tea towel, pencils/charcoal. Students sign up from various locations so you may not see the full list of participants on here. Make sure you sign up on time to secure a place :) Looking forward to seeing you soon! Anniek

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed or anxious? This online workshop is designed with you in mind. In a safe and creative space you'll be guided through a therapeutic painting exercise, this method teaches an effective way to managing stress and anxiety by making use of a therapeutic and creative process which includes the use of a relaxing water colour technique, awareness of breathe and the body, identifying personal blockages and connecting with yourself in the moment. This lovely water colour technique is wonderfully relaxing and supports a calming down of your breathing and nervous system. The workshops are facilitated by myself, I'm a qualified artistic therapist with over 20 years of experience. I have a private practice in London and a second therapeutic arts studio in Brighton where I get to run these wonderful groups and therapy sessions with individuals interested in self-development. During the Covid19 crisis I offer these classes online in our zoom classroom. Materials you'll need: water colour paper, water colours, brushes, jar for water, a sponge and some paper to write on. And important - find a private space for the duration of this workshop so you can relax and tune in.1 Please sign up in advance to secure your place online. See you soon!

During Covid19 we will be meeting in our zoom classroom :) After having taught abstract art for more than ten years at an art school in London I decided to bring some classes in Abstract Painting to Brighton.... with a twist though. The classes started in June last year and have been really popular and brought together a fantastic group of people. I have designed them as a drop-in so you can sign up for a one-off or continue on a weekly basis if you like it. You will learn different approaches to abstract painting and each week I'll offer some information on an interesting artist. The classes are usually held at the Windmill where we make use of a bright room upstairs but for the next months we will meet online. And this has proven to be a lot of fun also! You don't need any experience, complete beginners are welcome but you will need to have some materials to get started: acrylic paints, some paint brushes, a pallet/plate, jar for water, old tea towel, pencils/charcoal. Students sign up from various locations so you may not see the full list of participants on here. Make sure you sign up on time to secure a place :) Looking forward to seeing you soon! Anniek

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed or anxious? This online workshop is designed with you in mind. In a safe and creative space you'll be guided through a therapeutic painting exercise, this method teaches an effective way to managing stress and anxiety by making use of a therapeutic and creative process which includes the use of a relaxing water colour technique, awareness of breathe and the body, identifying personal blockages and connecting with yourself in the moment. This lovely water colour technique is wonderfully relaxing and supports a calming down of your breathing and nervous system. The workshops are facilitated by myself, I'm a qualified artistic therapist with over 20 years of experience. I have a private practice in London and a second therapeutic arts studio in Brighton where I get to run these wonderful groups and therapy sessions with individuals interested in self-development. During the Covid19 crisis I offer these classes online in our zoom classroom. Materials you'll need: water colour paper, water colours, brushes, jar for water, a sponge and some paper to write on. And important - find a private space for the duration of this workshop so you can relax and tune in.1 Please sign up in advance to secure your place online. See you soon!