"Motanka" is a traditional Slavic doll, which was not only a toy, but had many spiritual functions like protecting the household from evil spirits and ensuring fertility. Historically, it was made from old fabric scraps, even baby clothes that had some sentimental valueDuring the 2 hour workshop, we will learn basic principles of making such doll. You are more than welcome to bring your own scraps of fabrics, we will be working entirely with upcycled materials and no sewing skills are required as this project only involves very minimal or no stitching.The doll could be used both as a toy or as an ornament. It may be the beginning of exploring your spirituality, roots and folk art and craft linked to fertility and protection, which is a vital element of all native cultures. This workshop is led by Anna Baran, a trauma informed designer, artist, and maker based in the north of Edinburgh. She has always drawn inspiration from the sea, with her walks to local beaches, particularly Wardie Bay during the lockdown, becoming not only a source of new ideas for her artistic practice but also a way to gather materials such as driftwood, pieces of plastic ropes, and seashells. Anna has consistently sought to incorporate upcycled materials into her art, using her work to raise environmental awareness and promote art as an accessible medium for self-expression, regardless of financial circumstances. In addition to participating in various art exhibitions and fashion-related events, she has delivered a wide range of art and craft workshops to diverse communities across Edinburgh. This FREE workshop is for Adults women only and is sponsored by CORRA and HENRY DUNCAN GRANTS By attending this class you release Anna Baran, Giada Gaslini and Art and Spirituality Cic, from any liability arising out of any personal injuries, emotional or physical release, death, physical reaction, expectations of results, theft in the venue or damages that may happen to people and objects while attending. Pictures will be taken during the workshop, if you prefer not to be in them, please inform the teacher.
Reclaiming Regulation is a series of individual, in-= person workshops for women who are seeking to explore nervous system regulation, somatic awareness, and embodied wellbeing. These 90 minute workshops offer accessible, practical tools to support emotional balance, reduce overwhelm, manage nervous system regulation and develop a deeper connection with the body. Each session is a stand alone experience that blends nervous system theory with somatic practices, breathwork, and grounding practices. The workshops are inclusive, trauma informed, and accessible to all levels, including complete beginners. Who These Workshops Are For WOMEN ONLY These sessions are ideal for women: seeking body based tools for managing stress and supporting calm feeling disconnected, tense, or emotionally fatigued curious about nervous system regulation and somatic practices wanting to reconnect with the body in a safe, supportive space No previous experience is required Somatics & Nervous System Regulation: Benefits for Stress, Trauma, and Emotional Regulation: Reduces chronic stress → Helps shift the body from fight-or-flight into rest-and-digest (parasympathetic state) Supports trauma recovery → Allows stored tension, stress and trauma symptoms to be released safely through the body Improves emotional regulation → Builds capacity to experience emotions without overwhelm or emotional shutdown Enhances self-awareness → Encourages a deeper connection to bodily sensations and internal states Increases resilience → Strengthens the nervous system's ability to recover from stress more quickly Promotes grounding and presence → Helps you feel more centred, calm, and connected to the present moment Reduces anxiety symptoms → Calms overactive stress responses through breath, movement, and awareness Improves sleep and rest quality → Calming the nervous system supports better rest and recovery Empowers self-regulation skills → Teaches tools to manage emotional ups and downs independently Strengthens mind-body connection → Enhances the ability to listen to and trust bodily signals Workshop Format Schedule: One in person workshop each month (October–July) Duration: 90 minutes per workshop Structure: Each workshop is a stand alone experience, attend one or as many as you choose Location: Art & Spirituality Facilitator: Led by a trauma informed integrative somatic therapist Provided: Comfort props, optional reflection prompts, and follow-up resources Each session includes: Accessible nervous system education Guided breathwork and somatic practices Restorative and grounding practices Optional moments for reflection or group connection Take home practices for integration Monthly Workshop Themes November: Befriending the Body Reconnect with body awareness through gentle movement and body scanning Learn to interpret internal signals and physical cues Cultivate presence using breath and orienting practices Workshop Outcomes By attending one or more of these workshops, participants will: Understand key nervous system principles that support emotional balance Build body awareness and confidence in reading internal cues and sensations Gain practical breath and movement tools for everyday regulation Reconnect with the body as a resource for rest, presence, and wellbeing Cultivate more compassion and awareness of widening their your window of tolerance Why This Work Matters In a fast paced and often dysregulated world, many women are seeking grounded, body based tools to support their wellbeing. These workshops offer a gentle, empowering, and science informed space to reconnect with the body’s organic intelligence. Through movement, breath, and embodied awareness, participants can cultivate more resilience, rest, and a renewed sense of aliveness, one moment, one step at a time. This FREE workshop is for Adults women only and is sponsored by CORRA and HENRY DUNCAN GRANTS By attending this class you release Cori from Koa, Giada Gaslini and Art and Spirituality Cic, from any liability arising out of any personal injuries, emotional or physical release, death, physical reaction, expectations of results, theft in the venue or damages that may happen to people and objects while attending. Pictures will be taken during the workshop, if you prefer not to be in them, please inform the teacher.
Mandalas, in essence, can be understood to be diagrams, patterns and pictures that are distillations of cosmic wisdom and harmony; repositories of archetypal intelligence. Mandalas offer a potentially powerful means of deepening one’s spiritual and contemplative practice. This is especially true when they are constructed - using the traditional tools of compass and straightedge - in a considered and contemplative manner. During this week-long course, Daniel Docherty will guide participants through the construction of a number of mandalas from different traditions including mandalas that embody significant planetary patterns. We will explore their inherent symbolism and cosmic correspondences. Participants will also make their our own inks and paints from plant and mineral in order to colour and ensoul their designs.
Come and join us to learn this beautiful meditative technique and let your mind and body relax with your hands engaged in this amazing creative and mindful activity. Weaving is a technique that has existed for thousands of years, present in every culture across the globe. You can weave with various materials and we will be using only upcycled wool and other textile pieces. You are also more than welcome to bring your own fabric scraps or wool and incorporate them it into your project. During the 3 hours workshop, you will learn how to set up a basic weaving loom, see some examples, and discuss various possibilities how they could be incorporated into clothing and fashion projects. This workshop will familiarise you with basic weaving techniques. We will cover how to prepare a loom, the plain weave and the soumak stitch. You should be able to complete a small wall hanging about size A6 (4,1x5,8 inches) or a bookmark if you are a complete beginner. This workshop is led by Anna Baran, a trauma informed designer, artist, and maker based in the north of Edinburgh. She has always drawn inspiration from the sea, with her walks to local beaches, particularly Wardie Bay during the lockdown, becoming not only a source of new ideas for her artistic practice but also a way to gather materials such as driftwood, pieces of plastic ropes, and seashells. Anna has consistently sought to incorporate upcycled materials into her art, using her work to raise environmental awareness and promote art as an accessible medium for self-expression, regardless of financial circumstances. In addition to participating in various art exhibitions and fashion-related events, she has delivered a wide range of art and craft workshops to diverse communities across Edinburgh. This FREE workshop is for Adults women only and is sponsored by CORRA and HENRY DUNCAN GRANTS By attending this class you release Anna Baran, Giada Gaslini and Art and Spirituality Cic, from any liability arising out of any personal injuries, emotional or physical release, death, physical reaction, expectations of results, theft in the venue or damages that may happen to people and objects while attending. Pictures will be taken during the workshop, if you prefer not to be in them, please inform the teacher.
Reclaiming Regulation is a series of individual, in-= person workshops for women who are seeking to explore nervous system regulation, somatic awareness, and embodied wellbeing. These 90 minute workshops offer accessible, practical tools to support emotional balance, reduce overwhelm, manage nervous system regulation and develop a deeper connection with the body. Each session is a stand alone experience that blends nervous system theory with somatic practices, breathwork, and grounding practices. The workshops are inclusive, trauma informed, and accessible to all levels, including complete beginners. Who These Workshops Are For WOMEN ONLY These sessions are ideal for women: seeking body based tools for managing stress and supporting calm feeling disconnected, tense, or emotionally fatigued curious about nervous system regulation and somatic practices wanting to reconnect with the body in a safe, supportive space No previous experience is required Somatics & Nervous System Regulation: Benefits for Stress, Trauma, and Emotional Regulation: Reduces chronic stress → Helps shift the body from fight-or-flight into rest-and-digest (parasympathetic state) Supports trauma recovery → Allows stored tension, stress and trauma symptoms to be released safely through the body Improves emotional regulation → Builds capacity to experience emotions without overwhelm or emotional shutdown Enhances self-awareness → Encourages a deeper connection to bodily sensations and internal states Increases resilience → Strengthens the nervous system's ability to recover from stress more quickly Promotes grounding and presence → Helps you feel more centred, calm, and connected to the present moment Reduces anxiety symptoms → Calms overactive stress responses through breath, movement, and awareness Improves sleep and rest quality → Calming the nervous system supports better rest and recovery Empowers self-regulation skills → Teaches tools to manage emotional ups and downs independently Strengthens mind-body connection → Enhances the ability to listen to and trust bodily signals Workshop Format Schedule: One in person workshop each month (October–July) Duration: 90 minutes per workshop Structure: Each workshop is a stand alone experience, attend one or as many as you choose Location: Art & Spirituality Facilitator: Led by a trauma informed integrative somatic therapist Provided: Comfort props, optional reflection prompts, and follow-up resources Each session includes: Accessible nervous system education Guided breathwork and somatic practices Restorative and grounding practices Optional moments for reflection or group connection Take home practices for integration Monthly Workshop Themes December: Breath as Medicine Discover the link between breath, energy, and emotional states Learn techniques to calm or energise the nervous system Explore breath and movement together to support coherence and focus Workshop Outcomes By attending one or more of these workshops, participants will: Understand key nervous system principles that support emotional balance Build body awareness and confidence in reading internal cues and sensations Gain practical breath and movement tools for everyday regulation Reconnect with the body as a resource for rest, presence, and wellbeing Cultivate more compassion and awareness of widening their your window of tolerance Why This Work Matters In a fast paced and often dysregulated world, many women are seeking grounded, body based tools to support their wellbeing. These workshops offer a gentle, empowering, and science informed space to reconnect with the body’s organic intelligence. Through movement, breath, and embodied awareness, participants can cultivate more resilience, rest, and a renewed sense of aliveness, one moment, one step at a time. This FREE workshop is for Adults women only and is sponsored by CORRA and HENRY DUNCAN GRANTS By attending this class you release Cori from Koa, Giada Gaslini and Art and Spirituality Cic, from any liability arising out of any personal injuries, emotional or physical release, death, physical reaction, expectations of results, theft in the venue or damages that may happen to people and objects while attending. Pictures will be taken during the workshop, if you prefer not to be in them, please inform the teacher.
Hatha yoga tuition in the style of shadow yoga, includes asana (yoga postures) and a meditative aspect using mantra and a focus on the breath
Join us for a quiet and relaxing art doodling session, focusing on the present moment and the act of creating rather than the outcome. Inspired by Zentangles and mandalas, mindful doodling offers benefits including stress reduction, improved focus and increased creativity. The repetitive, structured patterns can be meditative, promoting relaxation and a sense of calm. It also provides a creative outlet, boosting self-esteem and artistic confidence. You do not need to be able to draw to create a beautiful, small piece of art. We will explore patterns and colours, learning step by step how to create intricate looking structured patterns which are simple and calming to draw. All materials for the session will be provided and you can take your work away on the day. Our course is delivered by a certified Art Practitioner.
Zenjangle doodling is easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun and it allows you the freedom to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns that are a combination of dots, lines, and simple curves.
**Explore the world of therapeutic practices with Art Therapy Course** Scientific information shows that art therapy can help people heal and grow. This Art Therapy and Arts Management Advanced Diploma Bundle course will teach you the fundamentals of art therapy, from the psychology of colour to the different art therapy techniques. You will also learn about the business side of art therapy, such as marketing and fundraising. Along with this Art Therapy course, you will get 10 premium courses, an original hardcopy, 11 PDF Certificates (Main Course + Additional Courses) Student ID card as gifts. Learning Outcomes: Understand the history and development of art therapy. Identify the different art therapy techniques and their applications. Apply art therapy principles to work with individuals, groups, and communities. Develop your own art therapy practice. Manage arts Management and projects effectively. This Art Therapy and Arts Management Advanced Diploma Bundle Consists of the following Premium courses: Course 01: Art Therapy Course 02: Mental Health Laws and Awareness - Level 2 Course 03: Arts Management Course 04: Journal Therapy Course Course 05: Dialectal Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Course 06: Understanding Autism Awareness and Diagnosis Course 07: Safeguarding Children Level 3 Course 08: Adult Safeguarding Course 09: Landscape Paintings with Acrylic Course 10: Paint Your Own Portraits in Watercolour Course 11: EFT - Emotional Freedom Technique Enrol today and start your journey to a rewarding career in art therapy and arts management! This Art Therapy and Arts Management Advanced Diploma is a comprehensive course that provides you with the knowledge and skills to work in the field of art therapy and arts management. This course covers a wide range of topics, including the history and theory of art therapy, the psychology of colour, different art therapy techniques, and the business side of art therapy. The Course Curriculum of Art Therapy and Arts Management Advanced Diploma Bundle: Course 01: Art Therapy Foundation of Art Therapy Introduction to Art Therapy The Psychology of Color The Psychology of Art Therapy Art Therapy Techniques - Step-by-Step Guide Zentangles - Step-by-Step Guide Mandalas - Step-by-Step Guide Zendalas - Step-by-Step Guide Doodle Art - Step-by-Step Guide Scribble Drawing - Step-by-Step Guide Stippling - Step-by-Step Guide Comic Strip - Step-by-Step Guide Line Art - Step-by-Step Guide Color Wheel - Step-by-Step Guide Emotion Wheel (Painting Emotions) - Step-by-Step Guide Gratitude Tree - Step-by-Step Guide Vision Board - Step-by-Step Guide Mind Mapping - Step-by-Step Guide Self-Body State - Step-by-Step Guide Meditative Painting - Step-by-Step Guide Art Journal - Step-by-Step Guide Self-Soothing Image Folder - Step-by-Step Guide Healing Postcard - Step-by-Step Guide Affirmation Cards - Step-by-Step Guide A Letter to Your Younger Self - Step-by-Step Guide Box of Forgiveness - Step-by-Step Guide Paint a Mirror or Window - Step-by-Step Guide =========>>>>> And 10 More Courses <<<<<========= How will I get my Certificate? After successfully completing the course, you will be able to order your CPD Accredited Certificates (PDF + Hard Copy) as proof of your achievement. PDF Certificate: Free (Previously it was £6*11 = £66) Hard Copy Certificate: Free (For The Title Course: Previously it was £10) Enroll today and start your journey to becoming a certified art therapist! CPD 110 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Artists who are interested in using their skills to help others. Mental health professionals who want to learn more about art therapy. Social workers who want to add art therapy skills to their toolkits. Educators who want to create a more creative and therapeutic learning environment. Anyone who is interested in the therapeutic power of art. Requirements This Art Therapy course has been designed to be fully compatible with tablets and smartphones. Career path Having this Art Therapy and Arts Management Advanced Diploma Bundle, will increase the value of your CV and open you up to multiple job sectors: Art therapist: £25,000 - £40,000 Arts manager: £20,000 - £35,000 Creative facilitator: £18,000 - £28,000 Arts educator: £22,000 - £37,000 Community artist: £18,000 - £28,000 Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included Certificate of completion Hard copy certificate - Included You will get the Hard Copy certificate for the title course (Art Therapy) absolutely Free! Other hard-copy certificates are available for £10 each. Please Note: The delivery charge inside the UK is £3.99, and the international students must pay a £9.99 shipping cost.