Winter Ephemeral Artmaking Series

Winter Ephemeral Artmaking Series
Join us for a series of three creative workshops inviting mindful, nature-based creations in and around the Richelieu Park in Vanier. We will be exploring the question: how do we find light, comfort and connection in winter?

Labyrinth & light | Sat Jan 24, 2026 | 10-11:30am
Collectively create a temporary site-specific labyrinth by stepping on snow and/or using natural materials that we collect from the location. Explore the metaphor of cultivating light during dark times and learn about the origins of labyrinths along the way.

Snow & connection | Sat Feb 28, 2026 | 10-11:30am
Mindfully connect with snow and the natural world as you create sculptures and visual messages for other people passing by. Experiment with tree trunks and other natural surfaces as your canvas! We will explore the theme of creating connection.

Shelter & comfort | Sat Mar 28, 2026 | 10-11:30am
Gather nature's gifts to use as materials to create a shelter such as a nest, lean-to, or fairy house, to explore the theme of comfort during cold times. These creations will be temporary as the elements and creatures of the forest interact with them.

Richelieu Park| 300 Pères-Blancs Ave | PWYC, approx $30 value

Pre-registration required through Eventbrite:
http://www.eventbrite.ca/o/leap-of-faith-art-as-therapy-86783702073

Leap of Faith, Art as Therapy was founded on the understanding that engaging in the creative process requires a leap of faith into the unknown, yielding many benefits for overall well being. The facilitators are able to support artistic creation with a variety of populations, and work hard to support individuals' strengths and capabilities, helping overcome one’s perceived limits. They find joy in seeing people begin to identify themselves as artists at any stage in life, or never having touched art materials previously.
For more information see our website at https://leapoffaith-artastherapy.weebly.com/
Or contact us at leapoffaith.artastherapy@gmail.com