Art For Change

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Description: This workshop is designed to foster the desire and ability to take part in the healing of our world. In the morning we will move through a four part spiral process created by Joanna Macy, known as The Work That Reconnects. Beginning with gratitude, then, honoring our pain for the world, seeing with fresh eyes, and finally, going forth. In the afternoon we will express ourselves through mixed media collage.

Since its inception in the late 1970’s, The Work That Reconnects has helped people honor their pain for the world (be it grief, outrage or despair) and learn to reframe it. Creating a space for the hearts of individuals to open, heal and find their power. To learn more about Joanna Macy and her work, please visit https://www.joannamacy.net/main

Audience: 16 +

Supplies to bring:

• A journal and pen
• Packed lunch and water bottle (there are no food services on-site)

Registration cost: $ 150.00 (this includes GST & Eventbrite fees)

Did you know that Members of the Leighton Art Centre get 10% off the registration cost of all workshops and kids’ summer camps? Please visit https://leightoncentre.org/join-us/become-a-member/.

*Please note that the fee for this workshop includes admittance to our historic museum , walking paths and art gallery on the property, which can be enjoyed at your own discretion after the workshop is completed. Leighton Centre is a proud non-profit organization that relies on donations to help meet demanding operational costs. We appreciate your contribution by attending our workshops and other events that allow us to continue thriving!

Artist/ Instructor Biography: Andrea (she/her) is a mixed media artist and jewellery designer based in Moh-kíns-tsis (Calgary, Alberta). For over 25 years she’s been involved in social and environmental justice work and her art is part of her journey and reflects her love for all beings. Andrea’s been creating opportunities for people to connect with the earth and themselves through art for over a decade and currently leads free monthly gatherings in Fish Creek Provincial Park, teaches workshops and sells her art through the Leighton Art Centre Gallery Shop and her website www.andreamerredew.com. You can follow her on Instagram @andreamerredew

Cancellation and Refund Policy: Please note there is a NO REFUND policy on all Leighton Art Centre workshops. A refund will only be issued to participants if the workshop is cancelled by the workshop coordinator due to insufficient enrollment, extreme weather conditions, or Covid-19 restrictions. Workshops may be cancelled prior to the start date and participants will be notified via email and/or phone, and a full refund will be processed.

Withdrawal from workshops for medical reasons must be accompanied by a doctor’s medical note or a positive COVID 19 rapid test and must be received by the Leighton workshop coordinator prior to the workshop start date to be qualified for a full refund.