Making Mindfully
Connecting to self, connecting to others, and connecting to your creativity
Hi, I'm Rhiannon, a qualified counsellor and early childhood educator who loves being creative. Making Mindfully was born from my passion to help individuals tap into their creativity through simple mindfulness exercises and art expression through creative workshops. I believe in the power of the creative process, not just the final product. These mindful art workshops are designed to be accessible, easy to follow - especially beginners, and help you come alive as you explore your unique artistic expression.
What is Mindfulness and what is mindful art?
Mindfulness
Why These Workshops are for You?
Mindfulness
Mindfulness is about drawing your attention to the present moment, focusing on the here and now rather than the past or future. It's about bringing awareness to your thoughts, feelings, emotions, and sensations in the present moment. You can be mindful while sipping a cup of tea, while going for a walk, or enjoying a meal.
Mindful Art
Why These Workshops are for You?
Mindfulness
Mindful art integrates mindfulness practices with the act of creating art. It serves as a meditative practice where the emphasis lies on the creative journey rather than the end result. This approach invites individuals to attentively engage with their feelings, thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations, fostering a non-judgmental stance towards the creative process.
Why These Workshops are for You?
Why These Workshops are for You?
Why These Workshops are for You?
In a busy world it's never been more important to learn how to connect to the present moment. By learning to do this in a fun, playful, and safe environment, not only are you engaging in self-care but developing a tool to use in your everyday life. Mindfulness is an evidence-based practice that helps reduce anxiety and depression, improve
In a busy world it's never been more important to learn how to connect to the present moment. By learning to do this in a fun, playful, and safe environment, not only are you engaging in self-care but developing a tool to use in your everyday life. Mindfulness is an evidence-based practice that helps reduce anxiety and depression, improve concentration, improve mental and physical wellbeing, improve emotional regulation, and increase the ability to handle stress.
Exploring Artistry: A Visual Journey with Making Mindfully Workshop
Upcoming Workshops
Meet and Make - Social Night for Women
If you've been looking for a way to connect with others, make new friends whilst being creative, our Meet and Make nights are for you!
Life can get busy and finding opportunities to connect with others can be hard, so this workshop is the perfect opportunity to come along to meet other people who enjoy creativity too.
The evening will start with a quick art related game (nothing scary don't worry) to generate a bit of laughter, then we'll get arty with some drinks and tasty snacks!
Date & Time: Thursday 22nd May 7-9pm
Location: 128 Parkers Rd. Parkdale 3195 (workshop studio at St. David's Uniting Church Parkdale)
Cost: $45 which includes all art materials, snacks and non-alco drinks.
Art Journalling Series
"Art journalling is about the creative process of pulling together colour, words, and images as you wish, on a page. Unlike many other forms of art, it is not about the outcome." Tammy Garcia.
Join us for a 3-week series exploring the wonderful world of art journalling over 3 Sunday afternoons in June.
- Designed for any skill level - it's process over product!
- Explores Art Therapy techniques and Mindful Art exercises to foster self-expression and reflection.
- Art journals and all materials provided - watercolour and acrylic paints, pastels, collage materials, pressed flowers, stickers, pencils, markers, fine liners etc. Light refreshments also included.
- Not looking for "nice" or "pretty", rather an opportunity to explore, play and gain self-awareness.
Cost is $150 for 1 ticket which includes all 3 sessions:
1st session - Sunday 8th June, 2-4pm
2nd Session - Sunday 22nd June, 2-4pm
3rd Session - Sunday 29th June, 2-4pm
Dates & Time: As above.
Location: 128 Parkers Rd. Parkdale 3195 (workshop studio at St. David's Uniting Church Parkdale)
Cost: $150 for 1 ticket which includes all 3 sessions.
Our Mission
At Making Mindfully, we are committed to providing high-quality workshops that empower individuals to develop their skills and achieve their goals. Our mission is to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that promotes growth and self-discovery.