Creative Circle is a monthly gathering to play with creativity! Each craft is inspired by the colors, shapes, textures, properties and symbolism of a chosen flower or plant. Calendula Seeds that were sown months prior have blossomed into abundant nourishment for body and mind. Calendula, commonly known as Marigold, has long been used as a […]
Creative Circle is a monthly gathering to play with creativity! Each craft is inspired by the colors, shapes, textures, properties and symbolism of a chosen flower or plant. Aster – Astrum, from Latin “star” for its star-shape, is a late summer bloomer, often marking the transition into fall and new beginnings. With ties to folklore […]
The Center invites you to join us for a special and delightful evening of sensory immersion on Friday, September 27th, from 4-8:00 PM. This special event will feature nature-based paintings by Patricia Baker Ellis as well as star sign video animations by Emily Downes. Experience the harmony and resonance of the season, including tea tasting […]
Creative Circle is a monthly gathering dedicated to showing up for ourselves – a precious time to experiment, play and engage in art making. During each workshop, we will explore the energetic properties of a flower or plant and consider how these apply to the seasons as well as our approaches to making art. Chrysanthemum […]
Embrace the cozy magic of winter by creating a paper luminary! Learn the art of silhouette and paper cutting techniques with x-acto knives for an illuminated lantern with a wooden frame. Create your own design or use one of the many winter themed templates provided. Each participant will leave with their own handmade creation along […]
Create a Watercolor Wishing Mobile! In this workshop, we will consider what symbols, images, words and colors we would like to inspire this New Year and create watercolor images on paper to reflect these visions. We will then cut out our creations and assemble into a mobile or wall hanging. There will be plenty of […]
Discover the art of intuitive painting in this watercolor still life workshop, where we’ll explore stillness, presence, and personal expression. Inspired by a variety of carefully chosen objects, you’ll be encouraged to paint from a place of curiosity and inner connection. This meditative approach invites you to slow down, tune inward, and connect deeply with […]
Something to hold, carry and keep close. In this gentle, hands-on workshop, we’ll create soft cloth pouches with upcycled fabric to become containers for personal treasures or hand painted stones with thoughtful words. We will be hand stitching, but no sewing experience is needed—just a willingness to move slowly and listen inwardly. All materials provided! […]