Ephemeral Artmaking Workshop

Ephemeral Artmaking Workshop

Join us for the first in a series of four mindful forest walks and nature-based creations throughout the Richlieu Forest in Vanier on Friday March 14th from 3-5pm.

In the first three workshops you will be invited to collect natural materials and find a spot that speaks to you for your own individual creation. By returning to the same forest we will witness both the changes in the forest and ourselves. In the tradition of landart, these creations will be temporary as the elements and creatures of the forest interact with them.

The fourth session takes place on the summer solstice and National Indigenous People's day, and will focus on a collaborative creation made with nature and fellow participants. Half the proceeds from this workshop will be donated to the Minwaashin Lodge: Indigenous Women's Support Centre.
Join us for one or for all workshops! They are for anyone who is curious to give it a try! No artistic skills required, just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to explore the natural environment. Mobility is required to navigate the paths of the forest. Don't forget to dress for the weather!
Note: The workshop may be cancelled with 24 hours notice if the minimum number of participants hasn't been reached.

Where: Richelieu Park
Meet outside of the Richelieu-Vanier Community Centre/Vanier Museopark: 300 Avenue des Pères-Blancs Ottawa, ON K1L 7L5

When: Fri Mar 14, 2025 | 3-5pm
Sat Apr 12, 2025 | 10am-noon
Fri May 16, 2025 | 3-5pm
Sat June 21, 2025 | 10am-noon

Pre-registration required through Eventbrite ($20 suggested donation):
http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ephemeral-art-making-series-tickets-1245136610119?aff=oddtdtcreator

Facilitated by : Leap of Faith, Art as Therapy
http://leapoffaith-artastherapy.weebly.com/