Reflections on Colour:
Art & Nature Meditation Workshop
Sunday, September 15
12:30 – 3:30 pm
About the workshop
Join a unique stress-relieving workshop inspired by the Japanese tradition of shinrin yoku (forest bathing). The workshop begins with an instructor-led silent meditation walk on the McMichael’s grounds in the Humber River Vallery, followed by a post-walk conversation in which participants may, if they choose, share their observations. Following a break, the group will tour the exhibition Maud Lewis, after which participants will be encouraged to express their thoughts and emotions in an acrylic painting studio.
Maud Lewis (1903 – 1970)
Untitled (White Cats with Blue Eyes), c.1965
oil on board
35 x 40.5 cm
Private Collection
© Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
Length
3 hours with a 20-minute break.
Fee
The workshop is free with admission and by registration only.
A $5 donation is suggested. All donation proceeds will go towards McMichael’s Creative Learning Materials Fund.
Requirements
- No previous painting experience is required.
- This workshop is open to adults only.
- Please wear close-toe shoes and consider bringing sunscreen and/or bug spray.
If you have any questions regarding accessibility, or require accommodation, please click here to contact our programs staff.
Lead Sponsor
The McMichael would like to acknowledge Morneau Shepell’s generous support of this mental wellness workshop.
