Creativity and Connection: Expressive Arts for Mental Health
Level One Partner Workshop With Lindsay Dixon
Date
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Location
Swanston Room
Peterborough Lions Community Centre
347 Burnham Street
Peterborough, Ontario K9H 1T5
Course Description
Expressive Arts (ExA) refers to the use of creativity and artmaking for personal and collective transformation. This immersive and interactive workshop is a discussion of the relationship between Arts and Health – a growing global movement. We will look at the therapeutic arts continuum, explore different forms of artmaking, discuss the central principles and theoretical orientation of ExA, and look at ways to integrate ExA safely and effectively into work with clients. In this workshop, we will create a temporary studio space; a container for exploring our inner and outer worlds through the language of the arts. No previous art experience is required. Cost includes art supplies.
Learning Objectives
- An overview of the global Arts and Health movement;
- Appreciation for the Science of Art and the Art of Science;
- Understanding of the relationship between Creativity & Resiliency;
- Learn and practice new ways of coping through creativity;
- Generate ideas for work with clients and group programming.
Facilitator Biography
Lindsay Dixon
Lindsay is an artist, educator, mental health advocate, student, yogi, and devoted mom. Lindsay has worn many hats in the Peterborough community, having previously spent over 15 years working in Social Services and the past few years paving her way as an entrepreneur, teacher, and researcher. Equal parts artist and scientist, Lindsay’s neurodivergent mind has led her on many journeys of discovery, yet she always returns to the arts as a way of knowing.
Pricing
- Early Bird Ticket for Peterborough-Based Participants: $49.00*
- Regular Ticket for Peterborough-Based Participants: $59.00*
- Regular Ticket for Participants Outside of Peterborough: $69.00*
*Plus Eventbrite's fee.
The cost of this workshop has been subsidized through a partnership with the Peterborough Drug Strategy and its members. Additionally, local participants can contact us to apply for a bursary.
