You’re craving social connection and community..
But….you’re not interested in another coffee date or gym class.
This open art studio is a place to get creative, relax, reflect, grow and be energized.
Life has been so busy lately.
You’re doing everything you need to and more, but the stress is still there.
Join this group if you are looking for….
A place where you connect with like minded women, kick your shoes off, and let the stress and anxiety of the day glide right off of you.
Where you finally give yourself a pause from your busy life, and the endless to-do lists.
Where you can finally prioritize your emotional wellbeing..
And, express your creativity in a meaningful way.
A cozy escape, where you tap into creative energy, and calm ambiance.
Take in calm, and let go of stress.
Take in ease, and let go of tension.
Take in inspiration, and let go of doubt.
Take in playfulness, and let go of rigidity.
Sound like something perfect for you?
You’re ready to EXPERIENCE a shift.
Art Groups Can Help!
Let go of stress, invite calm
Kind Words From Our Past Participants
What To Expect
Artwork from past art group *shared with permission
This group is led by Licensed Creative Art Therapist Cirri Shafran. You can expect to have the choice of these two options each week.
Self Led:
To express yourself freely with a variety of art materials and have the opportunity to let-go, unwind, and “just be”
Guided:
To guided through creative and engaging exercises that will utilize evidence-based expressive arts interventions aimed to support:
developing deeper levels of self-awareness
connect with yourself + others through creativity
Artwork from past art group *shared with permission
The Details
Tuesday mornings 11:30am-1:00pm EST at the IntegrativePsych Cedarhurst
Begins November 14th, 2023
$50 per session
If you cannot pay, we offer a sliding scale. We do not turn anyone away due to fee.
Next Steps: Once application is completed you will receive a link to schedule via an online portal
Materials Offered
Get creative with……
Artwork from past group *shared with permission
Colored pencils, crayons, oil pastels, gel pens, markers
Watercolor paint, acrylic paint, water-soluble pastels
Model magic, air-dry clay
3-D materials; picture frames, mugs, masks, boxes, Russian nesting dolls
Building materials; cardboard, fabric, string, ribbon, hot glue/glue-stick/paste
Various types of paper, scrapbooking, construction paper, tissue paper, etc.
Have more questions?
Check out these FAQ’s or ask a more detailed question when you reach out!
Can I come for one group or do I need to sign up for all at once?
You can come for one group, and decide if you want to join for a future group. There’s no commitment needed. Come for one, for all or for some. Up to you =)
Do I need to bring my own art supplies?
No! All materials will provided and are included in the fee, bring only yourself!
I’m not an artist, will I be able to participate in this group and get something out of it?
Absolutely! In Art Therapy we have a phrase “there is no right or wrong way to express yourself”.
The goal is not to be an artist, but to express yourself with art media (maybe for the first time), tap into your unique creative ways of expression (everyone is different and thats okay), experience the art process (it can be powerful and soothing), and learn from the art product. All levels of experience with art mediums are welcome!
How much is the group cost per week?
The group will cost $50 per week.
(sliding scale available. inquire within)
Has your practice run a group like this before?
Yes, here is a video of a past Open Art Studio that Allison Harari has been running for the past year and a half (and the group won’t stop ranting an raving about how much they love the group + the art!)