The Art of Self Love

Description

Class Benefits:

• The studio is a safe, judgment-free space.
• Art is a robust growth tool where you combine words, color, texture, and individuality to create something unlike anything else that exists in time and space.
• Art encourages and fosters critical thought.
• Time in the studio helps kids de-stress, self-soothe, and self-regulate. It is a powerful lifelong habit to have and the more comfortable kids get with it now, the more they are likely to turn to it in times of strife. This helps steer them away from more DIS-empowering habits like risk-taking and self-harm.
• Art gives everyone a voice and being creative is a way to tangibly convey what words cannot adequately communicate or explain in a logical, linear way. Got a kid who shuts down? A creativity practice can help.
• Taking time to step away from electronics and be creative is a powerful form of self-care, and restores emotional equilibrium post-trauma/drama.
• Time in the studio is FUN!!!

Your Kids Will Love:

• Exploring art techniques and group discussions that help create a sense of community and inclusivity, increase their sense of self, foster their creative spirits, and encourage them to be the kind of person they can be proud of.
• Actively taking part in their own powerful growth and unique artistic style.
• Working alone and in small groups. Getting regular practice using their voices and speaking from their hearts.
• Engaging in the creative arts and building on the foundation of artistic and creative thought.
• If comfortable, sharing their story in a judgment-free environment.

Fine Print:

• This class will take place on Friday, may 12 from 5-7 p.m.
• The studio is located at 1038 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown RI. Teens from all local communities are encouraged to attend.
• This class is designed for teens who identity as female (ages 12-19).
• Class fee includes ALL art materials, instruction, emotional and artistic support, and snacks and drinks.
  
• You will receive a welcome email from me approximately one week before class starts with additional details. Please use your best email address when registering. Please indicate the teen’s name, pronouns, and age in the comments field when registering.
• Registrants to my classes are added to my email newsletter list. You will begin to receive sporadic Self Esteem Through Art emails.
• I take photos in the studio and those photos are often used on my Web site, in my marketing materials, and on social media. By registering, you understand that your child will be photographed. If you DO NOT want your child photographed, I must be notified before the start of class.
• If you have any additional questions, please reach out to me before signing up. Once you sign up, we have entered into a contract with each other.
• There are no refunds for this class and the class fee is not transferable, so please be sure you/your child can commit to the session.