Calendar 2019 - 20
Workshop booking procedure varies depending on the venue. If in doubt how to book, please contact me!
AUTUMN
The Art Of Mandala
Fridays 11am to 1pm, Oct 4th to Nov 29th (exc Oct 25th half term)
Venue: Llanilar Old School Centre, SY23 4PA
This is an 8-week course for anyone with a long-term condition, or their carers, or who has suffered a setback like an accident or a bereavement, and feels stressed, depressed or lonely. Explore the absorbing, mindful art of mandala to create a unique design; using compass, ruler and pencil, adding colour with paint and pens. This course is very accessible to all - no previous art experience is necessary.
Workshops are FREE and run by HAUL - arts in health.
Please contact Heather if you would like more information Email:
Or to talk about whether it is suitable for you: Ring Pod on 01545 570005
CRAFT FAIR at RSPB Ynys Hir, Eglyws-fach, Machynlleth SY20 8TA
11th October to 11th November - Open Daily 10am to 5pm
My stall is there selling cards, prints, sculpture and some original watercolour paintings. The reserve is well worth a visit, truly beautiful epic landscape.
AUTUMN KIRTAN
Monday 18th November 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Venue: The Iron Room, Eglwysfach, SY20 8SX
An evening of sacred song and mantra as we move deeper into Autumn.
‘What is Kirtan ?
In the way that yoga or any focussed physical activity can bring calmness to the mind, so too does kirtan through sound & music.
In a typical Kirtan session we sing rounds of melodic phrases to a musical accompaniment (usually a harmonium & a drum). Singing the phrases repetitively over a sustained period of time can settle our thoughts to such an extent that we can experience a quieter mind & a deeply relaxed state.’
If you want to find out more come & join Mikaela who offers space for all to come together & explore their voices as a key to diving into the depths of themselves.
Suggested donation £5, pay on the night
ADVENT FAIR
Steiner Academy, Much Dewchurch, Hereford HR2 8DL
23rd November 10am to 4pm
Come and visit me at this lovely event!
REIKI CIRCLE
Monday 25th November 6.30pm to 8pm
Venue: Gregson House, Ynyslas, SY24 5JX
Open to all students and practitioners
Gathering to share, meditate, send out healing energy.
Contact Anne (annethomas23@hotmail.co.uk
WINTER
Drawing to Centre - Mandala Painting Day
Sunday 1st December, 10am to 4pm
Venue: The Goddess Temple, Bristol
Explore the mindful art of mandala painting and wonder of sacred geometry, as a beautiful practice for orientation and contemplation.
Dream in, draw and paint a design inspired by the wild wisdom of nature, multi-cultural mandala art and ancient wisdom.
This workshop offers an introduction to drawing geometric patterns using compass, straight edge and pencil. Adding colour with paint, pencil and pen. Beginners welcome - suitable for adults and Children over 14.
Cost: £45 Including materials (concessions available) Contact me to book, or use the payment button below.
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CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
Fri 6th December 9.30am to 7pm
The Guildhall, Cardigan, Ceredigion
Followed by the wonderful lantern procession
I'll be there with my stall, selling cards, prints, ceramic sculpture, table decor, handmade incense and Ayurvedic tea blends.
Looking Deeply - Mandala Painting Day
Friday 28th February 2020
Venue: Denmark Farm Conservation Centre, Lampeter, SA48 8PD Wales
In this workshop we practice looking deeply, to cultivate a quality of attention that helps us appreciate the exquisite structures of flowers and positively affects how we relate to our plant relations.
The geometry of nature and symbolic language of shapes provide inspiration for creating mandalas. We'll be drawing geometry with compass and ruler and painting with watercolour, while taking time to relax with guided meditation.
Creating a mandala provides a satisfying way to work artistically that can bring a feeling of alignment and connection within yourself and with the world around you, whether your design is simple or complex.
Suitable for beginners.
Cost £40 including materials
Please book directly with Denmark farm
SPRING
Beltane Mandala Retreat
1st to 3rd May
Venue: Denmark Farm Conservation Centre, Lampeter, SA48 8PD Wales
An immersive weekend in the heart of mid Wales, celebrating the celtic festival of Beltane, welcoming in the summer.
Come, delve deep into the magic of this land; kindle new fires of creative inspiration, through soul nourishing contemplation...
Denmark farm offers a range of comfortable accomodation, set within a 40 acre nature reserve. With freshly cooked vegan meals, cosy study space, outdoor fire circle, roundhouse, space to roam and connect with nature.
Our journey together will include song, meditation, mandala painting and ceremonial labyrinth.
Places limited to 12.
More info and booking: https://www.denmarkfarm.org.uk/events/beltane-mandala-retreat/
Dyfi Song Circle
A monthly gathering in the Dyfi valley (nr Machynlleth, Wales) to share sacred chants and medicine songs from various traditions, to align with the seasons; lifting up our prayers and intentions through the power and resonance of song.
Bring a blanket or sheepskin to sit on, drums, rattles or other sacred instruments.
