News: July 2024
Welcome to the July Newsletter!
This month, immerse yourself in the enlightening workshop Image to Symbol, where creativity meets expression. Continue nurturing your artistic journey through our ART & SOUL Sessions, fostering deep connections and personal growth. You can explore the therapeutic benefits of Mandala colouring, join our supportive C-SAW Group for artists, or enhance your practice with our Supervision sessions, providing professional support and guidance. We also invite you to take a look at our Gift Vouchers, which make perfect presents for those looking to explore their creativity.
Also, don't miss our Featured Artist: Nancy Spero, whose work can inspire and captivate.
Stay warm and creative,
The Creative C Team
Image to Symbol:
Expressive Play with Collage
This workshop guides you though the creative process to make an intimate book or set of cards unique and personal to you. It aims to expand your awareness while settling you into a mindful state of being. Based on Jungian psychology and Senea Frost’s Soul Collage, this visual journey will nurture your personal growth, strengthen your intuition and recognise your innate wisdom.
In whatever stage of life you may find your self, collating images into a personal artwork in the company of others is a joyful and rewarding way to nourish and expand your self-understanding for greater acceptance.
No prior art experience needed. All sessions will guide you step by step through a creative process to connect with your inner experience.
To find out more about Tania your facilitator
www.integratedtraumatherapy.com.au
When: Saturday July 13th 2024
Saturday Nov 29th 2024
Time: 1-4pm, half day, 3hours
Investment: $209 incl. GST
Where: The Creative Continuum
Register: by email info@creativec.com.au with subject title ‘Image to Symbol’
All materials provided. No prior experience required. Beverages and afternoon tea available.
SoulCollage with Seena B. Frost
We invite you to explore the transformative practice of SoulCollage, founded by Seena B. Frost. This expressive arts method nurtures creativity and intuition, fostering self-discovery and personal guidance. It's accessible to everyone, regardless of artistic ability, and can be practiced individually or within a community. I think It can meet you wherever you are on your life journey, offering profound insights and enjoyment.
I have engaged in the process of SoulCollage as a personal practice since 2009. Over the years, I have created more than 100 cards and continue to do so. The process feels like conscious dreaming, allowing images to speak and form relationships on the card. As I reflect on the different elements and images, their meanings begin to unfold, much like interpreting a dream. Often, these cards are prophetic, making sense weeks or even months later.
Please join me for this wonderful process on July 13th and experience the magic of SoulCollage!
Find out more here:
https://soulcollage.com/about/
Art and Soul Sessions
Upcoming Dates: Dates for 6th and 20th July
Booking is required to guarantee a spot as places are limited.
(to te kanohi, tona kite. to te hinengaro, tona kite. to te wairua, tona kite)
‘The eye, the mind, the soul, each has its own perspective.’
– Māori proverb
Welcome
We welcome Angus who will be taking on Beth’s role as the group facilitator for ‘Art n Soul’. He will continue to offer a welcoming space to share creativity, where we reflect on and explore making and getting into ‘the Zone’.
He brings a deal of artistic knowledge & experience along with an open creative spirit to Creative C.
Born in New Zealand, Angus has been living in Melbourne since 1984. He is a practicing artist who works in a variety of mediums including print making (specifically mono printing) and blue chemical photography (Cyanotypes). He has many years of experience working in the community sector on community projects and extensive education/qualifications and experience in the Arts. This includes an Undergraduate degree with Honours in Painting from RMIT, a Master of Art in Performance Studies from Victoria University and a Diploma of Education in Visual Art from the University of Melbourne.
He loves to explore/experiment with new techniques. He uses art to express himself personally, to relax and have fun.
Further Information
Carving out time and space to connect with your Heart & Soul through art on a regular basis can have profound benefits in all aspects of your life. For those of you who are yet to experience this soulful time we highly recommend giving yourself this time to just be, no pressure, relax, listen to soft music & create whatever is in your Heart & Soul in the moment. There's something about being in the creative studio alongside others which makes the Art & Soul time beautiful. It is a welcoming creative space to explore and share creativity in a variety of mediums. Learning about art is optional, the main purpose of the group is to make a space to explore, reflect and get in ‘the Zone’.
Explore different mediums such as watercolour, pastels, acrylics, clay, ink, collage, natural fibres and other craft materials. Session includes 2 hours of creative zone time listening to music without chit chat and an hour for self reflection, witnessing & group connection at the end with a cuppa.
Amazing for creative expression & connection, no experience necessary. A supportive group environment.
The Art and Soul Creative Sessions welcomes new facilitators, Angus and Tania. Both are Artist with a desire to facilitate creative expression. They brings a great deal of artistic knowledge & experience along with a gentle, creative and deeply respectful presence to Creative C. Meet your new facilitators Tania and Angus.
When: Fortnight session on Saturdays at 9.30am-12.30pm
Upcoming Dates: 6th and 20th July
Investment: $35 cash, per session
Where: The Creative Continuum, Upstairs 2/2 Colin Ave, Warrandyte
www.creativec.com.au/workshops
Min: 5 participants
Max: 12 participants
The intention of offering fortnightly sessions is so that if your heart desires you have the opportunity to cultivate and commit to a regular practise with a group of like minded souls.
Please note: You don’t need to commit to every fortnight to be able to attend a session you can just come along if and when it suits you.
Booking is required to guarantee a spot as places are limited
For further info & bookings
Contact Angus: angus@creativec.com.au, 0434 158 117
New! Gift Cards
Exciting News: Introducing Creative C Gift Cards!
We are thrilled to announce the addition of Creative C Gift Cards, now available for purchase! These gift cards are the perfect way to share the joy of creativity with your loved ones. Whether for birthdays, holidays, or just because, a Creative C Gift Card opens the door to a world of artistic exploration and self-expression.
Why Choose a Creative C Gift Card?
Versatility: Redeemable for any of our inspiring workshops, including favourites like Art and Soul Sessions, Nourishment of Clay, and more.
Flexibility: Available in various denominations to suit every budget, making it easy to give the gift of creativity.
Thoughtful Gift: Perfect for anyone looking to explore their creative potential in a supportive environment.
How to Purchase:
Visit our website at www.creativec.com.au.
Navigate to our online store and select the Gift Card option.
Choose your preferred denomination and complete your purchase.
Instantly receive the gift card via email, ready to forward to your special someone with a personalised message.
At Creative C, we believe in the transformative power of creativity. Our gift cards are more than just a present; they are an invitation to embark on a journey of artistic discovery and personal growth.
Give the gift of creativity today and inspire a loved one to explore their artistic spirit!
For more information or to make a purchase, visit our website or contact us directly. Let’s make this season extra special with the gift of art and creativity.
Happy Creating, The Creative C Team
C-SAW Group
Expression of Interest to participate in a C- SAW Group
C-SAW emerged out of a need to collaborate and vision with other women. Bridget, the creator, initiated the group based on 4 guiding principles which organically became known by its acronym ‘C-SAW’
C- Collaboration / Creative
S- Support
A- Accountability
W- Witnessing
C-SAW (see-saw) also suggests the deep exploratory and often hilariously funny play ground where participants can enjoy freely creating and expressing held in the safety of the group.
The group meets once a month to collaborate using creative methods to find solutions to personal & professional challenges.
Via creative methods and processes one engages in the sacredness of allowing your own experience to guide you. The group aims to support participants to trust their own experience and develop their inner listener. In witnessing, we hold and allow the other’s own journey to be as it is.
‘It has been so wonderful to witness each member creatively discover their deepest truth and then to live this out in their lives in a genuine and ongoing way. We witness each other and support each other during this process.’ - Group participant
If you have a group of associates, friends, colleagues, or connections and would like a refreshing way of connecting, perhaps you may like to C-SAW. If you feel called to share this wonderful way of gathering connect with us at info@creativec.com.au
Embrace Winter with Mandala Colouring
This winter, consider immersing yourself in the soothing practice of colouring hand-drawn mandalas. This mindful activity offers a lot more than just a creative outlet. It can serve as a meditative process that can help you feel more centred, calm, and present. I love colouring mandalas and for me it allows me to slow down and focus, fostering a state of mindfulness that reduces stress.
As you fill in these beautiful intricate patterns, you engage in a form of what’s called ‘active meditation’. This practice helps you observe your thoughts without judgement, leading to a deeper understanding of your inner desires and emotions. The repetitive, rhythmic motion of colouring can be incredibly grounding, providing a sense of stability and peace during these colder months. It also offers a unique way to connect with your creativity, bringing a sense of fulfilment and joy. Something lovely to hang on the wall perhaps.
So, I think we should all take a moment this winter to breathe colour and life into a mandala. You can find them here on our store page, they are all currently A4 in size and we will be adding more options over the coming weeks.
Happy colouring :)
Supervision
Next in person supervision July 17th 2024 at 5pm.
$80+GST
In Person Art Therapy Peer Supervision Opportunity
As art therapists, it is important to honour our creative and artist selves. Our creativity is a valuable component of our work that we offer clients but may not make time to engage in for ourselves. This in person art based peer supervision gathering will cater for your creative needs as well as provide an opportunity to engage in reflective practice.
Where: In person @ The Creative Continuum, Upstairs 2/2 Colin Ave, Warrandyte, Victoria
Time: 5pm - 7pm
Cost: $80 + GST
Min: 4 people
These 2hour sessions will contribute to 1hour of supervision credits.
Please register your interest by emailing me at tania@tanivrgona.com.au Please nominate which group you would like to attend. Eg. In person peer Sup March 8th Registrations close one week prior to the date of each group.
Please let your peers know about this offering. All materials provided and beverages available.
For professional art therapist there is a calendar of dates for 2024 offering online and in person Art therapy peer supervision.
More information can be found here
Feature Artist: Nancy Spero
I have always been inspired by the incredible work of Nancy Spero. Nancy was a trailblazer in feminist art. Her powerful pieces, created with raw intensity on paper and also as installations, boldly challenge the ubiquitous abuse of power, Western privilege, and male dominance in this world. Her work has been an unapologetic statement against these injustices. Nancy’s art often draws on historical and contemporary events, such as the torture of women, the Holocaust, and War.
I think her work is a testament to the enduring power of art to provoke thought, inspire change, and champion justice. If you haven't explored her work yet, I highly recommend diving into the world she created.
You can find more about her in a short video here
~ Tania
A Glimpse Into Our Upcoming Blog
Milad Fakurian
Reflections on Creativity and Why Art Matters
For me, art and creativity connects us with our unique individual selves and I have witnessed countless times the amazing outcomes of creative engagement, where the discovery of one's unique relationship with oneself is affirmed, consolidated, and available to be offered to the world. This is my deeper motivation, and for me, why art matters more than ever.
Coming soon on the Creative C blog!
Thanks for reading :)
