This class will focus on finding beauty in our day to day. Looking and seeing the simple, and ordinary that become extraordinary when you take time to slow down and witness the intricate design and details of life.
Through different drawing, mindful, and movement exercises, we will observe the practice of letting go of perfection, and control of the outcome so that we can better flow with life. Observing all the textures, shapes, and contours of our inner and outer landscapes. Learning to have the courage to show up, and express our authentic visions despite all the vulnerability that can exist in a given moment. We will learn to surrender to the moment, being open to allowing whatever is at the time to be expressed, through the body and mind.
Take note of the moments
When: 6:00-7:30pm
WHERE : Outside - We will take to the streets, to stroll like a flaneur, through Montreal, wandering off the beaten path into nearby alleys and parks. Taking the time to observe, and tune into our direct experience. Using creative and mindful exercises, to look and see, listen to hear, and connect to feel. Having a conscious effort set to be mindful through our senses.
1 ) DRAWING INWARD : Choosing a nearby park to begin, we will pause to bring ourselves to the moment by checking in : Using our breath, and mindful meditation to slow down and observe our body and mind as it is at the moment. We will then move to a brief movement practice that is meant to release stagnant energy, circulate the chi, to the body and mind and calm the nervous system. So we can prepare to flow and use our senses to observe our direct experience.
2 ) DRAWING OUTWARD : Throughout the stroll, we will be taking moments to PAUSE and CREATE. Using several different drawing exercises to LOOK and SEE what is truly there.
3) I will be instructing a variety of different drawing methods and techniques from blind contours, continuous, mark-making, direct experience, and Enzo zen circles.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
Comfortable clothes and shoes.
a pen/ journal for writing prompts
WHAT will be provided:
drawing materials ( boards, papers, pens, pencils, paintbrush.
drawing instruction
mindful and movement guidance
walking guide.
INVESTMENT
$33.00
Payment can be made by e-transfer or cash.
Limited to 10 people- RSVP
***special discount on group rates. contact Jennifer directly for rate and times available.