Creative Art Sessions | Mindful and Relaxing : Arborfield

An opportunity to spend a couple of hours together being creative and chatting about experiences. Materials are supplied. Four-Week Art Workshop Thursdays from 1 – 2.30/3pm. September 24th, October 1st, 8th 15th Limited to 6 people | FREE for network members | Arborfield Workshop overview Welcome! My name is Julie and I run weekly art classes for children and adults in my studio in Arborfield Green. I would like to welcome you to a four-week art workshop where you can explore ideas, try creative techniques, and create artwork in a supportive setting. Each 2 hour session includes guided activities, time to experiment, and encouragement to develop your ideas. No previous experience is needed. Refreshments included. What participants will explore Participants will build creative confidence while learning how to develop an idea from design to finished artwork. You can either bring your own idea to paint, or I will be leading an exercise step-by-step if you prefer to join in with that. It does not matter how experienced you are, it is about enjoying the great mental well being benefits that art brings to all of us. · Week 1 —We will be using acrylic paints. · Week 2 — We will be using air-drying clay to make either a small pot or a tile. · Week 3 — We will be painting our clay work. · Week 4 — We will be using watercolours. I look forward to meeting you soon! https://juliesartclasses.co.uk/ Emotional Expression & Release Many people with cancer carry emotions that are hard to verbalise - fear, grief, anger, uncertainty, sadness, and hope all at once. How painting helps: • Provides a non-verbal outlet for complex feelings • Reduces emotional bottling and overwhelm • Allows people to externalize what they’re experiencing • Creates a sense of relief and emotional lightness afterward Mindful creative painting helps people with cancer by: • Reducing stress and anxiety • Improving mood and emotional expression • Restoring a sense of control and identity • Building social connection • Creating moments of peace, beauty, and meaning ❤️ The Cancer Support Network Come along and join us to get to know others that understand how your cancer diagnosis may have made you feel - as well as the complexities of treatment and the journey you find yourself on. It's a chance to meet up, be creative and enjoy some time doing something a little bit different. FREE for members of the Cancer Support Network. Location: Arborfield Green Community Centre Princess Marina Dr, Arborfield, Reading RG2 9NN Parking is available Any queries, please contact the Cancer Support Network : 01344 304404 Reminders Please ensure that if you are coming along to this event that you are not ill as we have many people who are immunocompromised. Thank you. The Cancer Support Network has been established to support people living in and around Wokingham and Bracknell, Berkshire that are affected by cancer. Meeting other people with similar experiences can be invaluable. Self-help and support groups offer a chance for people to talk to others and come together to share experiences and concerns. www.involve.community/cancer