Nadya King's Art & Well Being

We are creative beings, and recent research shows expressing this creativity contributes to well being, compassion and self esteem. What a wonderful resource! Creative practices engage both sides of the brain, and can provide insights and clarity. 

In over 5 years teaching intuitive painting, I've spun a series of classes around the Compass or Medicine Wheel - you can enter at any point. Many of us find creativity can act as a bridge during times of transition. These could include: empty nest, Retirement, rebalancing after a move or a loss, 

Each turn of the wheel offers opportunity to explore different aspects of ourselves, using the qualities of the elements to navigate. Often we discover new paths around old obstacles, and allies to support our journey.

* Experience level: Kindergarten!

Medicine Wheel

Spring is such a potent time - Mama Gaia invites us to stretch our limbs and reawaken. We may be drawn to plant, to nurture new life and ideas. 

Spring is a perfect time to listen for Gaia's call, honor her, and tune into fresh energy. 

East, sunrise, element of air.

Muses light fuses and nudge us to grow. In Summer, our creative juices are flowing, and our lives are often action packed.

The world needs every Woman to recognize her personal light and gifts, and engage her own Super Powers, Muse inspired creativi-tea can be the perfect way to acknowledge and harness them!

South, midday, element of fire.

In the fall, our Mystical Magical Mermaid beckons us to go within and discover our intuitive wysdom ways. A creature of water, her allies help her navigate the shallows and depths. She can dive deep, and resurface in calmer waters.

West, sunset, element of water.

 Serena of the 7 Seas - 2015

As days lengthen and WInter sets in, we appreciate each bright day, and are reminded to Shine our own light more brightly. This is a time of contemplation and renewal, of remembering that, like snowflakes, we are each unique and perfect in our own way.

North, night, element of Earth.

I invite you to join me in this journey around the wheel, deepening with the teaching of each direction, and into your own true essence. Unlike classes where everyone's painting looks the same, you will be guided to access your own allies, images and symbols, and use colors and shapes you're drawn to! 

Muses light fuses, and help us tame the critic's voice. My decades of experience as a bodyworker have reinforced my belief that we are all worthy and whole!

* no experience or *talent* necessary, really - Kindergarten level is fine!

Our classes will include simple instruction, journaling, group sharing, and chocolate!!  Gals are encouraged to post your paintings and process in my Facebook group, and attend our bimonthly circles. Materials are provided for in person workshops, you'll receive a materials list for virtual classes.

Contact me to learn more about these in person and virtual Medicine Wheel journies.