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Art
in The Arts of Wellness
Creative Community
with Estelle Krestos RN, BSN
Most Tuesdays in the Social Hub
Join us in our lobby at 329 Maine Street, Brunswick, to reconnect with your creative side! Enjoy a peaceful and inspiring afternoon of creativity and conversation whether you are re-invigorating a favorite hobby, or feel inspired to try something new.
- 10:15am - Art Demos (time will vary from 30 - 60 minutes every Tuesday) All Supplies included, Projects will vary each week
- 1:15 to 2:15 - Creative Community, Participants may bring along your own small project such as knitting, crochet, sketching, or whatever you love to do! Or… take advantage of learning something new – our community is full of talent and willing to share! Free embroidery lessons will be offered with supplies provided, or you can choose to bring your own if preferred. No experience required. Take this opportunity to learn the restorative benefits of creating something by hand. Slow down, be present and reconnect!
- No Registration Required, Open to All
Call 207-373-6585 for more information and ask for Estelle.
MH Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick, 329 Maine Street (Parkview), Brunswick, Maine, Main Entrance
Community Collaborative Painting
with Estelle Krestos RN, BSN
Creative Reset: Community Watercolor
December 3, 9:30-11:30 am
Enjoy a relaxing morning of creative experience, conversation and connection - one brushstroke at a time!
Everyone will contribute to one beautiful collaborative painting that each participant will bring home a section of as a meaningful reminder of connection, creativity and shared experience.
You will be led through a series of drawing and painting prompts to guide the process – No experience needed! All supplies will be provided - Just bring your curiosity and willingness to try something new. Discover the joy of creating art together, slowing down and being present, and seeing the individual contributions joining together as one.
Cost is $12 per person.
Registration is required.
MH Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick, 329 Maine Street, Brunswick, Maine, enter through Main entrance.
Collage Workshop
with Estelle Krestos RN, BSN
The Art of Wellness: Collage Workshop
Art and creativity can help you connect to your feelings, increase your self-awareness and ability to think of new ways to problem solve and develop healthy habits and routines.
- Learn how to let go of stress and improve your overall sense of well-being through a creative drawing experience.
- Learn how to use simple creative exercises to create your own sense of calm.
- No drawing or artistic skill is required.
Enjoy a mindful and meditative experience with this Collage Workshop!
- Learn how collage can spark ideas, creativity, and self-expression.
- Create your own art through the use of various mixed media, paper, fabric, or found objects for a one of kind piece of art!
- Supplies will be provided - participants are encouraged to also bring any favorite images, memorabilia, or items you would like to use in your collage. You may also bring favorite pens markers or other supplies desired.
This class is not currently scheduled. To learn more or find out when the next session will be offered, call 207-373-6585 and ask for Estelle.
Intuitive Painting
with Estelle Krestos RN, BSN
Intuitive Painting
Art and creativity can help you connect to your feelings, increase your self-awareness and ability to think of new ways to problem solve and develop healthy habits and routines. Class will meet for two sessions.
- Learn how to let go of stress and improve your overall sense of well-being through a creative drawing experience.
- Learn how to use simple creative exercises to create your own sense of calm.
- No drawing or artistic skill is required.
Learn how intuitive painting can help you discover your creative energy. Enjoy a calm, mindful practice that focuses on the process of creating and experimenting with color, shapes and techniques to develop your own unique and one-of-a-kind painting. This process will teach you there are no mistakes, and that it’s okay to break some rules, let go of perfection and trust your inner voice.
Supplies will be provided – participants may also use their own supplies if preferred. No previous painting or art experience required.
Sessions are 2-hours each of instruction and projects.
This class is not currently scheduled. To learn more or find out when the next session will be offered, call 207-373-6585 and ask for Estelle.
Neurographic Art
with Estelle Krestos RN, BSN
Art and creativity can help you connect to your feelings, increase your self-awareness and ability to think of new ways to problem solve, and develop healthy habits and routines.
Class will meet for two sessions with one additional optional class.
- Learn how to let go of stress and improve your overall sense of well-being through a creative drawing experience.
- Learn how to use simple creative exercises to create your own sense of calm.
- No drawing or artistic skill is required.
All supplies will be provided. You may bring any favorite markers, colored pencils or pens if you would like to — though they are not required.
This class is not currently scheduled.
For more information call (207) 373-6585 and ask for Estelle.
MH Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick, 329 Maine Street, Brunswick, Maine (Parkview) - MAIN ENTRANCE