An Expressive Arts Approach to Masks and Stories for R.E.A.P.
Wednesday January 21st, 2009 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Bayfront Medical Center, St Petersburg, Florida
I will start by telling a story in mask about courage, discovery, loss and rebirth. Then you will explore the images and symbols that touched you culminating in the embodiment of the essence of the story for you in a simple mask that you will create. Through games, exercises and bodyplay, we will honour your masks by listening to and telling their stories. There will also be a chance to talk about the communities you work with and ways to incorporate two of the most ancient, powerful and healing mediums we know—masks and stories.
To register please call: Julia Riley 941-776-8024, or email Julia@constantsource.com
Masks and Stories as a HEaling ART
Saturday, January 24, 2009, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
H.Lee Moffitt Cancer Center, back of cafeteria
12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL
If your heart were a person, what would it look like? If your heart could speak, what would it say? If your heart could tell you stories, what would they be?
This experiential workshop will explore how we can use masks and stories to dip into the well of our imaginations – the same place in the brain where healing originates. We will play games, create simple masks and discover ways to integrate mask and story. There will be time to share ideas on how to take this work to the bedside and ways to engage people in the process. Come with an open mind and playful spirit!
Your heart and my heart Are very, very old friends Hafiz
Fee: $35 includes materials. To register please call:
Julia Riley 941-776-8024, or email Julia@constantsource.com
Why in the World?
January 30, February 4th, 11th, 2009
Cardiff Elementary School, Haliburton County
An exploration of ‘pourquoi’ stories from around the world. The how and why things came to be as told by the elders across all continents before science and technology gave us different answers. Stories that made sense of who brought fire to us; why the turtle has a cracked shell, and how the sun and the moon ended up on opposite sides of the sky.
Demonstrations of storytelling, games and exercises. An introduction to storytelling skills such as stage presence, breath work and voice projection together with how to learn stories will be covered. Students will plan and write original pourquoi stories; artwork / illustrations / music to inspire and accompany stories; and storytelling skills which include how to use a storyboard to construct and learn a story; body language, voice tone and intonation and the use of props. Students will have an opportunity to present to the class and receive individual coaching.
The links between storytelling and curriculum include: literacy skills, geography, creative writing, natural science, art making and performance / public speaking skills.
Introduction to Expressive Arts Therapies
April 27 - May 1st, 2009.
Sir Sandford Fleming College, Haliburton Campus, Ontario
A mandatory credit towards the Expressive Arts Post Graduate Certificate Program.
More information and to register call: 705.457.1680 or 866.353.6464 or email contact@haliburtonschoolofthearts.ca
Questions about the course content email: fay@thecreativecocoon.com
Storytelling and Sandtray Therapy within the Expressive Arts
May 4th - 8th, 2009
Sir Sandford Fleming College, Haliburton Campus, Ontario
I will be sharing the week with Verity Barrett
An elective credit towards the Expressive Arts Post Graduate Certificate Program
This course is an introduction to the practice and theory of sandtray-worldplay therapy and the application of storytelling within the expressive arts. These modalities give voice to the internal and external worlds of both children and adults. They are tools with which to explore for example issues of loss, abuse, and self-esteem that can provide new perspectives on life experiences. This will be of interest to professionals working with children and adults in educational, health, recreation or therapeutic settings.
More information and to register call 705 457 1680 or 866-353-6464 or email contact@haliburtonschoolofthearts.ca
Questions related to the course content email fay@thecreativecocoon.com
Introduction to Storytelling Workshop.
Saturday June 6th, 2009, 10:00am - Noon.
Lindsay Public Library
Part of the First Lindsay Storytelling Festival organized by The Lakeland Storytellers.
For More information please contact me at: fay@thecreativecocoon.com
The Wonders of Wool - A Contemporary Perspective
Saturday June 13th, 2009, 9:00am
Keynote Talk for the Ontario Handspinning Seminar
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Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario
Wool is a truly amazing and versatile fibre. To understand where we are in our fibre adventures we need to look at where we have been. Therefore the talk will comprise a little history through storytelling before we revel in the exciting work emerging from today's fibre artists. We will tackle questions such as where does inspiration come from and how do we sustain it? And what holds us back from exploration and innovation?
More information: www.OntarioHandSpinningSeminar.ca
Professional Issues in Expressive Arts.
June 15th-19th, 2009.
Sir Sandford Fleming College, Haliburton Campus, Ontario
A mandatory credit towards the Expressive Arts Post Graduate Certificate Program
More information and to register call 705 457 1680 or 866-353-6464 or email: contact@haliburtonschoolofthearts.ca
Questions related to the course content email: fay@thecreativecocoon.com
Vessels - Haliburton School of the Arts Faculty Show
June 30th - July 30th, 2009.
Rail's End Gallery and Arts Centre, Haliburton, Ontario
An exhibition of work created by the Haliburton School of the Arts Faculty. Come and see not only a new piece of mine, but revel in the amazing talent of my fellow artists.
For More information: www.RailsEndGallery.com
Storytelling within the Expressive Arts
July 13th - 17th, 2009.
Sir Sandford Fleming College, Haliburton Campus, Ontairo
'A tale, however slight, illuminates truth.' Rumi
We all have stories waiting to be told. Storytelling is a means of helping us understand ourselves, the world and our place in it. As a modality it can be woven into expressive arts experiences for all ages and abilities. Through demonstrations, exercises and games, the power of fairytales, myths and legends will be explored. Investigate ways to engage people in telling their stories, for example through sandtray or story cards. Practice skills to tell stories that amplify or replace the spoken word through, for example, visual art, group telling, movement and sound. How to select stories, encourage life stories and original story writing will be discussed.
More information and to register call 705.457.1680 or 866.353.6464 or email: contact@haliburtonschoolofthearts.ca
Questions related to the course content email: fay@thecreativecocoon.com
Transformation Mask Making.
August 3rd - 7th, 2009.
Haliburton School of the Arts, Haliburton, Ontario
The most familiar form of mask portrays one face. Transformation masks open up, using a system of strings controlled by the wearer, to reveal another face beneath. Explore the logistics of creating transformation masks, draw on historical references and then design, create and use your own transformation mask/s. A variety of light weight materials will be used; for example fibre/fabric, papier mache, and air drying modeling medium.
More information and to register call 705.457.1680 or 866.353.6464 or email contact@haliburtonschoolofthearts.ca
Questions related to the course content email: fay@thecreativecocoon.com
Take a Dip in the Well: A Playful Approach to the Creative Process
Saturday September 19th, 2009.
Keynote Talk for the Ontario OHS Five Counties Seminar
Gellert Community Centre, 10241 Eighth Line, Georgetown, Ontario.
Email me for more information: fay@thecreativecocoon.com
Expressive Arts - Means, Motive and Opportunity.
October 26th - 30th, 2009.
Sir Sandford Fleming College, Haliburton Campus, Ontario
Combine polishing your art making knowledge and skills with effective application of that knowledge to the populations you work with. Instruction will demystify the myriad of new art supplies on the market as you experiment with their properties,
applications and suitability. Unusual art making processes such as papermaking, beeswax dipping and simple fabric/fibre art will be explored in the context of incorporating them into your expressive arts work. Sharing your experiences in the field will be strongly encouraged.
More information and to register call 705.457.1680 or 866.353.6464 or email contact@haliburtonschoolofthearts.ca
Questions related to the course content email: fay@thecreativecocoon.com
