
On this page:

A gathering of artists, creatives, and makers.
To explore the intersections of our art, our lives, our journeys.
To share our struggles, our triumphs, our creations, and our stumbles.
To hold one another. To witness. To be witnessed.
To remind ourselves "I matter." "I am enough." "I am valuable." "I am loved, wanted, and needed." "I am essential."
Short Version:
Isolation vs. Connection
I want to:
See what you’re doing beyond the facebook or Instagram posts
Hear about your experiences - stories, details
Learn and be inspired
Share my experiences
What I bring:
Invitation to circle up
Creating and maintaining a safe space through group agreements
Personally Practicing my balance of humor, fun, humility, and sacredness
Hosting (structure, agenda, topics)
You are invited to:
Show up with an open mind, open heart, and an open sketchbook
or JUST SHOW UP!
Share what you’re working on or dreaming in
Ask questions of others about their art, process, experience
Share what you’ve learned / are learning
explore your relationship with art
Next Step:
Ten week watercolor class series, to explore the medium, techniques, and styles. July 3 - September 4th. Register and pay through Hollister Artisans Mercantile.

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