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Art and Mindfulness: Get Out of Your Head and Into Making Art, Collage Making Series

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Free

Location: The Village Office (2502 N Clark)
Members & guests: free.

This series is designed to introduce you to using collage as a visual tool to:
– Connect with your creativity
– Explore your inner world
– Express thoughts and feelings
– Manage stress and elicit positive emotions
– Generate insights and ideas to move you forward in life

You’ll also learn mindfulness and grounding exercises to help quiet your mind and focus on the present moment, making collage creation more spontaneous and intuitive.

Details:
– Materials Provided: Collage supplies such as magazines and decorative papers.
– What You’ll Do: Create a collection of images and words that hold personal meaning
and reflect your inner self.
– No Experience Needed: You don’t have to be an artist. Join us for fun, relaxation, and the chance to bond with others through art-making. You might even discover answers to questions you’ve been pondering!

About Nancy Gordon, LCSW:
Nancy Gordon is a psychotherapist and mixed media collage artist with a Master’s in
Social Work from the University of Michigan. She works with clients of all ages using
cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based therapies, along with guided imagery,
dreamwork, and art. Nancy is skilled at teaching people how to be more mindful, helping them avoid harmful, unproductive thoughts that lead to self-defeating actions. She meditates daily and loves living on the lake with her dog, Archie.
Come and experience the transformative power of art and mindfulness with us!

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Details

Date:
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Time:
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Cost:
Free

Venue

Village Office
2502 N. Clark
Chicago, IL 60614 United States
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Phone
773-248-8700
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773.248.8700