Day By Danah: Inspiration Blog

MARCH BREAK 2012 and
Expressive Art Afternoon – Take a Creative Break!
 
Join Art InDeed – Wellness Through Creativity and Whole Note Music Therapy for an
Expressive Music and Art Program March Break 2012!
 
Creative Kids! (for ages 7-12) and;
Drumbeats & Brushstrokes (for teens 13-18)
Please click on Link below for  more informatioin.
If wish to register your son or daughter in one of the programs.
We have online payment options available for your convenience (VISA, MasterCard) so please do not hesitate to ask.www.wnmusictherapy.com
Please contact Emily:
Please note: these programs are approved to be reimbursed for eligible families through Special Services at Home.

SEE Links below for Posters and Information Regarding our March Break Progams!

http://www.wnmusictherapy.com/cms-assets/documents/45575-975811.teen-poster.pdf

 http://www.wnmusictherapy.com/cms-assets/documents/45576-219554.creative-kids-poster.pdf

 Expressive Art Playshop! – Discover and unleash your Creativity!

Saturday February 25th, 2012 – 1:00 – 4:00pm – $65.00 (supplies included)

Come, immerse yourself in the magic of expressive art. …an art class
for relaxation, self-discovery, empowerment, healing, affirmation,
fun, creative exploration.

Practice following your intuition and feel increased wellness!

Play, Painting, Poetry, Music, and Movement…
We will embark into the world of pure delight in creation
as Danah takes you on a creative adventure from music to poetry to
paint. Dare to make some serious art from serious play! No previous
experience necessary.

To register: email danah@art-indeed.com or call: 519-977-1829
Register soon, space is limited!

Happy New Year from Art InDeed-Wellness Through Creativity!

We wish you a wonder-full, colour-full and creative 2012.  Please find our 2012 winter schedule below.

Art InDeed – Wellness through Creativity invites you to Open Space Studio!

  

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“You, whose year it is, get out your rainbow colours

and make it beautiful!”

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Art InDeed – Wellness through Creativity invites you to Open Space Studio for our

6 – week Expressive Art Class for Adults, Guided by: Intuitive Artist, Danah Beaulieu

Thursday evenings: January 26 – March 1, 2012

6:30 – 9:30pm

Cost: $175.00

Location: 1267 Victoria Avenue, Windsor Ontario 

“Change rooms in your mind…Leave the familiar for a while!” Immerse yourself in the magic of expressive art…an art class for relaxation, self-discovery, empowerment, healing, affirmation, fun, creative exploration.  Practice following your intuition and feel increased wellness. Sculpture, Play, Painting, Poetry, Music, and Movement…
each night we will embark into the world of pure delight in creation as Danah takes you on a creative adventure from music to poetry to paint! Dare to make some serious art from serious play. No previous experience necessary.

To register: email Danah at danah@art-indeed.com or call: 519-977-1829 

Register soon, space is limited!

March Break Art Programs will be announced closer to the date – we are still at planning stages! Thank you!

 Danah’s Art and Intuitive Readings: Community-based exhibits and Private Services

Talking Hands – Intuitive Reading. Danah Beaulieu shares her gift of deep intuition with you.  She offers her unique form of palmistry to you.  Call for information and to book your appointment .

“Under the Influence of Music” January 11 – February 5, 2012 Mudpuppy Gallery in Amhersburg Hosts a Musical, Visual Art Exhibit! Come out and see art inspired by music created by artists in our community.  Danah will be showing/selling prints featured in the Sam Robert’s Band “Love at The End of the World’s” CD Booklet.  She will also share her latest sketches inspired by Afro-cuban beats from her recent travels in Havana, Cuba.

Art InDeed-Wellness Through Creativity and Partnered Organizations

Maryvale Mental Health Treatment Centre for Children and Families- Expressive  and Healing Art with Danah. Plus, art-making sessions tailored to Maryvale’s self-management program for kids and teens  

House of Sophrosyne, Recovery Programs for Women– Expressive Art Sessions: “Creative Adventure”: Embody Emotions during Recovery, Self-discovery and Healing through Art 

 Hospice of Windsor and Essex County – Art-making for relaxation and fun. 

 Ventureworks – “Creative Breaks!” – Art-making at the workplace for relaxation, fun and self-discovery.

 Expressive Art: One to One sessions

Danah offers one-to-one private expressive art sessions for children, teens and adults – open to the public. The sessions are all individualized and tailored to your needs.  Danah’s team also provides one-to-one session for seniors and children and teens with special needs.  Half an hour, 45 minute and  hour-long sessions are available. We use the art-making process and healing benefits of creativity to increase well-being. Please see our mission, vision and guiding principles below. Please contact, me, Danah anytime to learn more about our service.

Thank you for reading and being a part of our services.  If you would like to learn more about Danah and Art InDeed- Wellness Through Creativity the information below is provided for you! Or visit our website: www.art-indeed.com

 Art InDeed’s Mission Statement: 

Art InDeed provides holistic arts-based and art-making experiences to increase well-being.  The heart of Art InDeed’s mission is guided artistic adventures of free self-expression to inspire spontaneous, in-the-moment creativity for children, teens, adults and seniors of all backgrounds. We focus on the process of creating, rather than the end product, to allow opportunities for personal growth, self-exploration and discovery. 

 Art InDeed’s Vision:

Art InDeed is an open space where creativity flows and abounds.  Creative journeys are guided and participants are invited to delight in the magic and mystery of the art-making and creative process.  Art InDeed believes that creating a non-judgmental space where participants can freely express and explore their thoughts, feelings, and follow their intuition: creativity will flourish and thrive, individuals, families, communities and the world will be a healthier, happier and more peaceful place. 

 Art InDeed’s Guiding Principles:

 Art InDeed is founded by Danah Beaulieu, an Intuitive Artist.  The principles and beliefs are based on her vision of creative process, creativity and well-being.  These drive her life and practice as an Artist and Expressive Arts Practitioner.

Art InDeed believes that creating a non-judgmental space where participants can freely express and explore their thoughts, feelings, and follow their intuition: creativity will flourish and thrive, individuals, families, communities and the world will be a healthier, happier and more peaceful place. 

Art InDeed believes that :

  • creativity is a way to practice trusting intuition.
  • art-making is a fun and healthy choice!
  • everything is about remembering who you are: whole and healthy and wise!  Creativity is an adventure into that remembering.
  • creativity is a mind, body, emotional and spiritual practice.
  • art-making and creativity is a process that brings us insights and allows us to look through a window into a different reality of self.  This new reality can guide us to greater wellness and balance and happiness.
  • through the art-making process we can access our own inner knowing and learn from the revealing symbols, colours and images.
  • free self-expression is not only self-discovery, it is self-affirming.
  • playfulness facilitates and inspired spontaneous, in-the-moment creativity which results in authentic expression.
  • Having more than one medium to create with is ideal…the environment Art InDeed creates and holds, plus the media that we offer that is key…..this meets the necessity of what needs to be created, come to life, be recovered or explored.

Art InDeed Provides:

  • holistic arts-based “playshops”/creative adventures/workshops/classes/groups/one-on-one sessions.
  • art programs for the purpose of increasing well-being.
  • original and fun “processes” like ColourPLAY and Constellation Drawings developed by Danah Beaulieu
  • arts-based experiences for the development of self-expression, self-worth and self-esteem.
  • opportunities for social contact and participation.
  • fun, exploration and discovery.
  • opportunities to inspire relaxation, sense of purpose, a sense of meaning and improved quality of life.
  • a creative way to help develop coping skills, deal with loss, reduce anxiety and articulate feeling.
  • opportunity to invest time and energy to create art.
  • opportunities for healing and renewal in the artistic process.
  • workshops to increase your art skills, relieve creative blocks.
  • experiences of being inspired and feeling successful.
  • discovery of meaning in your life through symbols and images.
  • sessions that foster feeling free; this helps revive your mind, body, emotions and spirit.

 

 

Happy Autumn!

Intuitive Artist – Danah Beaulieu, and her company Art InDeed – Wellness through Creativity’s Updates, Upcomings and Offerings are listed below!

TO CONTACT DANAH: 519-977-1829  or danah@art-indeed.com

On November 25, 26 and 27, 2011 come and celebrate Windsor’s Homegrown Talent at the Vollmer Culture and Recreation Complex in Lasalle.  This is an wonderful event showcasing Windsor’s artistic talent!  There will be music, demonstrations and books and art for sale.  Danah will be showing and selling her art and jewlery.

Danah Beaulieu’s art is currently part of two, collaborative art exhibits at: Mudpuppy Gallery in Amherstburg:  “Haunted Harvest” Showing and at Leamington Arts Centre’s Far Out” exhibit.  Please come out and see the wonderful creativity and artistic talents in our community!!

Check out Nancy John’s Gallery for the Community “Art Party” Exhibiting: Community Living’s clients and employees.  It is a celebration of colour and creativity! 

Art InDeed – Classes and Sessions 

 For Children and Teens

 “Little Picassos”: Expressive Arts and Drawing Skills – Open to the Public (ages 5 – 11)

 Art InDeed Wellness Through Creativity is Partnered with Whole Note Music Therapy and is offering a ten-week music and art program “Drumbeats and Brushtrokes”: Expressive and Therapeutic Arts Program for Teens with Special Needs.

 For Adults

Danah is currently designing new courses for adults! Thank you for your patience everyone….new courses will be offered in the new year in the NEW “OPEN SPACE STUDIO!”  YES…it is really here!  Stay Tuned for more information.

Art InDeed and Partnered Organizations

Maryvale Mental Health Treatment Centre for Children and Families- Expressive  and Healing Art with Danah. Plus, art-making sessions tailored to Maryvale’s self-management program for kids and teens  

House of Sophrosyne, Recovery Programs for Women– Expressive Art Sessions: “Creative Adventure”: Embody Emotions during Recovery, Self-discovery and Healing through Art 

 Hospice of Windsor and Essex County – Art-making for relaxation and fun. 

 Ventureworks – “Creative Breaks!” – Art-making at the workplace for relaxation, fun and self-discovery.

 Expressive Art: One to One sessions

Danah offers one-to-one private expressive art sessions for children, teens and adults – open to the public. The sessions are all individualized and tailored to your needs.  Danah’s team also provides one-to-one session for seniors and children and teens with special needs.  Half an hour, 45 minute and  hour-long sessions are available. We use the art-making process and healing benefits of creativity to increase well-being. Please see our mission, vision and guiding principles below. Please contact, me, Danah anytime to learn more about our services.

NEW SERVICES and Products!

“Talking Hands” – Intuitive Reading. Danah Beaulieu shares her gift of deep intuition with you.  She offers her unique form of palmistry to you.  Call for information and to book your appointment .

“D’s Beads” – Danah delights in designing and making jewlery.  Mostly stringing beads, Danah creates colourful, fun, earthy and funky designs.  Jewlery is available at art showings and by appointment.   

 Creative Art-making and Expressive Art Workshops and Retreats with Art InDeed.  Exhibits where you can find Danah’s Art  in the Community

Family Night: Engagement through Creativity Programs for Families – Septmeber 30, 2011

Culture Days: Art Sale at Windsor Light Opera – October 1, 2011

University of Windsor – Music Therapy Department – Danah Beaulieu, Guest Speaker in Practicum Class. Open to course students only.  November 2, 2011

Mudpuppy Gallery Amherstburg “Haunted Harvest” – October 12 – October 30, 2011

Leamington Centre for the Arts “Far Out Show” – October 12 – November 5, 2011

Windsor Endowment for The Arts “Home Grown Talent” – November 25, 26, 27, 2011

Grief and Loss Recovery (through the Holidays and Always)- Retreat at Oxley offered by Connie Latam, Doctor of  Natural Medicine, including Healing Art sessions with Danah –  December 9, 10, 11 , 2011

Walkerville Winter Walkabout: Danah’s Art at Bump Maternity – dates  TBD

TO CONTACT DANAH: 519-977-1829  or danah@art-indeed.com

Our upcomings and updates are completed! Thank you for reading and being a part of our services.  If you would like to learn more about Danah and Art InDeed- Wellness Through Creativity the information below is provided for you!

 Art InDeed’s Mission Statement: 

 Art InDeed provides holistic arts-based and art-making experiences to increase well-being.  The heart of Art InDeed’s mission is guided artistic adventures of free self-expression to inspire spontaneous, in-the-moment creativity for children, teens, adults and seniors of all backgrounds. We focus on the process of creating, rather than the end product, to allow opportunities for personal growth, self-exploration and discovery. 

 Art InDeed’s Vision:

 Art InDeed is an open space where creativity flows and abounds.  Creative journeys are guided and participants are invited to delight in the magic and mystery of the art-making and creative process.  Art InDeed believes that creating a non-judgmental space where participants can freely express and explore their thoughts, feelings, and follow their intuition: creativity will flourish and thrive, individuals, families, communities and the world will be a healthier, happier and more peaceful place. 

 Art InDeed’s Guiding Principles:

 Art InDeed is founded by Danah Beaulieu, an Intuitive Artist.  The principles and beliefs are based on her vision of creative process, creativity and well-being.  These drive her life and practise as an Artist and Expressive Arts Practitioner.

Art InDeed believes that creating a non-judgmental space where participants can freely express and explore their thoughts, feelings, and follow their intuition: creativity will flourish and thrive, individuals, families, communities and the world will be a healthier, happier and more peaceful place. 

Art InDeed believes that :

  • creativity is a way to practice trusting intuition.
  • art-making is a fun and healthy choice!
  • everything is about remembering who you are: whole and healthy and wise!  Creativity is an adventure into that remembering.
  • creativity is a mind, body, emotional and spiritual practice.
  • art-making and creativity is a process that brings us insights and allows us to look through a window into a different reality of self.  This new reality can guide us to greater wellness and balance and happiness.
  • through the art-making process we can access our own inner knowing and learn from the revealing symbols, colours and images.
  • free self-expression is not only self-discovery, it is self-affirming.
  • playfulness facilitates and inspired spontaneous, in-the-moment creativity which results in authentic expression.
  • Having more than one medium to create with is ideal…the environment Art InDeed creates and holds, plus the media that we offer that is key…..this meets the necessity of what needs to be created, come to life, be recovered or explored.

Art InDeed Provides:

  • holistic arts-based “playshops”/creative adventures/workshops/classes/groups/one-on-one sessions.
  • art programs for the purpose of increasing well-being.
  • original and fun “processes” like ColourPLAY and Constellation Drawings developed by Danah Beaulieu
  • arts-based experiences for the development of self-expression, self-worth and self-esteem.
  • opportunities for social contact and participation.
  • fun, exploration and discovery.
  • opportunities to inspire relaxation, sense of purpose, a sense of meaning and improved quality of life.
  • a creative way to help develop coping skills, deal with loss, reduce anxiety and articulate feeling.
  • opportunity to invest time and energy to create art.
  • opportunities for healing and renewal in the artistic process.
  • workshops to increase your art skills, relieve creative blocks.
  • experiences of being inspired and feeling successful.
  • discovery of meaning in your life through symbols and images.
  • sessions that foster feeling free; this helps revive your mind, body, emotions and spirit.

 

 

Happy Holidays

The Perfect Gift Idea!

Give The Gift of Creativity!

Gift certificates are available for expressive art classes. If you’ve taken classes with Art InDeed, you know how fun and renewing they are! Art InDeed would be pleased to assist you with your gift giving. Order by phone or email.

danah@art-indeed.com or 519-977-1829

Seasons Greetings and Happy Holidays from Art InDeed – Wellness Through Creativity!

The cold has arrived and with it the snow and the excitement of the upcoming holiday season. We hope you are enjoying your time preparing for the holiday season with family and friends. With this greeting, I would like to take this opportunity, to thank all customers and clients at Art InDeed for giving me the honour to be your educator and your guide into your creative adventures, artistic discoveries and healing journey!

To our friends, private clients, families and community partners Maryvale, House of Sophrosyne, Hospice of Windsor and Essex County, Whole Note Music Therapy, and The Alzheimer’s Society thank you for allowing us to serve you. Our goal is to offer holistic, multi-modal arts-based processes that increase well-being – where creative expression fosters self-expression for healing, transformation and personal growth!

We are very excited about Art InDeed’s expansion and new opportunities with The Windsor Essex Therapeutic Riding Association and The Downtown Re-vitalization Project. We are also excited about our aim to maintain the highest standards of professional practice; All to serve you even better!

I would like to offer you 15% off gift certificates up until January 31, 2011. Please stayed tuned for updates and our new classes and programs in 2011.

We wish you and your families a wonder-full, colour-full holiday season!

May the joy and magic of the season fulfill you the whole year through!

Wishing you peace, health and happiness,
Danah Beaulieu and the Art InDeed wellness through creativity team.

Therapy Express! Huge Success!!

Art InDeed had a wonderful summer with the ”Therapy Express” program! Art InDeed partnered with Whole Note Music Therapy, by providing the expressive art therapy component of the program. Marcie, one of Art InDeed’s warm, creative and talented staff did a super job and the kids had a brilliant time. Take a look at Therapy Express’  video and don’t forget to check out our fall programs below.  Hope to see you and create with you soon!

Summer Program video - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAYMvsdwLN8

FALL 2010 Private Classes for Adults – Open to the Public

Tuesday October 19, 2010 6:30 -9:30pm- Nature Sculptures –  Sculpture with Nature materials and Found objects

Life is full of changes and adjustments, let us find comfort in the promise and beauty of the changing seasons. Fall is upon us, let us celebrate its beauty through sculpture with natural materials. Follow your  nature: your intuition, in this expressive art class. No background necessary.  Supplies will be provided but you are welcome to bring any items that you have that are meaningful to be a part of your art-making.  $45.00  Classes are held at the old convent on Prince Rd.

Wednesday November 17, 2010 6:30 -9:30pm- SandPLAY – Discover the mysteries in Sand!

This is a very unique art class combining sand-art or sand pictures with story and painting.  Come and experience this introductory class to the SandPLAY process.  This class will surely awaken your creativity.  This is a very compelling process – it is also fun and playful. Danah will be your guide – no background experience necessary.   $55.00  Classes are held at the old convent on Prince Rd.

Saturday December 4 , 2010 9:30am-12:30pm - ColourPLAY Expressive Painting.

Discover the freedom of painting in the moment.  It will bring you relaxation, renewal, insights and a rediscovery of the benefits of creative play!  $45.00  Classes are held at the old convent on Prince Rd.

To Register: danah@art-indeed.com or 519-977-1829

Maryvale Child and Youth Services

There are many ways to assist children create and understand themselves, one of those avenues is through the art-making process. Expressive Arts Therapies offer an opportunity for children to explore their feelings both verbally and non-verbally. Children translate their feelings, ideas, thoughts, and experiences into art. It is a process, with specific goals that foster growth, discovery, self-affirmation, emotional regulation, healing, and behavior changes. This program is offered at Maryvale Campus: Monday – Thursdays – This program is offered to children participating in Maryvale’s Residential and Day Treatment Mental Health Programs and Maryvale’s Program for Children with Autism.

Kids Classes for Homeschool Program

In this three week session we will engage the children in a playful creative process using various art materials like chalk pastels, paints and sculpting clay. We open our sessions with story-telling, drama, movement, music, and/or sand-play activities, then children begin to explore the art-making process while, at the same time, practicing problem-solving skills, building social skills and building confidence and discovering their individual artistic, unique and talented selves! No previous experience is required to participate. The program is geared to children ages 7 – 15.

To register call: 519-977-1829

Hospice – Healing Through Art Programs for Caregivers and Patients Adult Class

Friday Afternoons 1:30 – 4:30pm
September – Nature Scultpure
October 29 – Healing through Art: Body Talk Drawings and Healing Paintings

November 26 – Intuitve Wellness through Art “Running the Rainbow” Expressive Painting

December 17 – Healing through Art: Purely Expressive Art

To register call: 974-7100

Hospice Expressive Art For Children – patients and caregivers

Wednesday evenings – September and November

This is a fun time for children with Danah. We open our sessions with story-telling, drama, movement, music, and/or sand-play activities, then children begin to explore the art-making process while, and discovering their individual artistic, unique and talented selves! No previous experience is required to participate. The program is geared to children ages 7 – 15.

To register call: 974-7100

House of Sophrosyne – Healing Addictions Through Art

This program is offered for residents in the substance misuse rehabilitation program
September, October, November and December 2010

Alzheimer’s Society of Windsor and Essex County – Art Eases Alzhiemer’s Anxiety

This program is offered to participants in the Day Away program.
Expressive Art Program October 2010 and December 2010

If you are interested in private sessions for seniors – please call: 519-977-1829

Looking Ahead and in the Works: Art InDeed’s “Open Space Studio and Gallery”

After almost six years Art InDeed – Wellness Through Creativity is proud to announce the plans for a studio/gallery site in downtown Windsor.