Art at Glenn’s Studio

TUESDAY

Mandala Workshop

- by appointment -

$60/person

to book a place

WEDNESDAY

Life Drawing

7.00 - 10.00 pm

$35/session

$300/10 sessions

THURSDAY

Art Therapy

Open Studio

- by appointment -

$60/session

to book a place

FRIDAY

Art Therapy

Open Studio

- by appointment -

$60/session

to book a place

SATURDAY

Portrait Workshop

BASIC DRAWING

12.30 - 2.30 pm

$420/8 sessions

$60/session

What is Art Therapy? (AT)

Art Therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art media as its primary mode of communication. Clients who are referred to an art therapist need not have previous experience or skill in art, the art therapist is not primarily concerned with making an aesthetic or diagnostic assessment of the client's image. The overall aim of its practitioners is to enable a client to effect change and growth on a personal level through the use of art materials in a safe and facilitating environment.

The relationship between the therapist and the client is of central importance, but art therapy differs from other psychological therapies in that it is a three way process between the client, the therapist and the image or artefact. Thus it offers the opportunity for expression and communication and can be particularly helpful to people who find it hard to express their thoughts and feelings verbally.

At some point in their lives, people may find themselves overwhelmed by the intensity of their emotions, which are difficult to face either by themselves or with others. Art therapy offers an opportunity to explore these intense or painful thoughts and feelings in a supportive environment. It involves using a wide

variety of art materials, to create a visual representation of thought and feelings. Art Therapy can be an

individual activity but is often used very successfully in group situations.

Who is it for? It’s for everybody…

-For managers and staff under pressure

· -For people who are generally stressed and overworked

· -For people with mental health problems

· -For people with severe learning difficulties For children and young people who have problems conforming in school and with personal problems at home

· -For people who feel they are problem free but would like the opportunity to explore issues

within themselves

AT can be used as a means of exploring inner issues. It is a safe way to express strong and sometimes sensitive or destructive feelings. It can be used for stress and anxiety management. To enhance communication between individuals, groups or professional teams. It is used to explore change. It is of particular benefit to people experiencing difficulties with written and verbal communication and also with children who have behavioural problems, as well as private family sessions.

"It is the process that is important, not the product".

"I’m interested to see how my mind works - that part of my mind I’m not conscious of.”