Therapeutic Mixed Media Collage Workshop, Part 1

Basic to Intermediate Workshop

This two-day therapeutic workshop will take attendees step by step through the creative layering process that includes acrylic paints, collage materials, stencils, stamps, etc.; exploring different techniques and ending with a finished artwork. Students will be encouraged to use the multiple techniques presented and new found skills to express themselves in therapeutic ways. Each step of the process will be demonstrated for you and experimented with throughout this workshop.

Instructor – Lynn Underwood

This instructor received her BA in Psychology and teaching credential from Sonoma State University.  She also received her graduate degree in Expressive Arts Therapy  and Coaching with an emphasis in Education from European Graduate School, Switzerland.  Lynn is also a certified trauma practitioner as well as a certified yoga instructor.  She was a classroom teacher inclusive of arts education.  As an arts therapist, she has worked with a variety of populations to include abused and traumatized children and adolescents, domestic violence, and substance abuse, and trauma.  She has facilitated a variety of workshops to include creative expression, positive life changes,team building, and therapeutic art interventions for mental health professionals.  Lynn has conducted trainings for organizations inclusive of CA Arts Project and Betty Ford Clinic.  In her private practice she works with individuals and groups. This instructor has been a credentialed classroom teacher inclusive of art instructor.  She has facilitated numerous arts classes and workshops through various organizations.  These workshops have been focusing on expressive art therapy techniques.

All art materials are extra. Supply list can be found here.

If you wish to view more information about this instructor, please feel free to visit Lynn’s website.

This workshop has a minimum of 4 attendees required to proceed. A maximum of 7 attendees is allowed in the studio space.

Expect a one-hour lunch break. We recommend for you to bring a snack and a drink for your break.