Art As Medicine Series - Markmaking

Name: Art As Medicine Series - Markmaking
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Course 1 - Introduction to Mark making basics

Created byJacqueline Auvigne

Last updated 2/2024

English

What you'll learn

explore mark making and some drawing basics
let your imagination, intuition and emotions lead or inform how you express and create
how to unwind and relax your mind, your spirit, your nervous system
Help you stay in the present moment as you explore your feelings and emotions
exercises and techniques that will help you reduce stress and anxiety

Course content

7 sections • 27 lectures • 3h 36m total length

Introduction2:21
This video is an introduction to the instructor and the concept of Art as Medicine as a self study, mindfulness and creativity adventure.
About Me4:26
This video will introduce the instructor's background and education in Art and Mindfulness.
Intention and Goals of this course1:34
This video will outline the motivations for how the information will be presented and the overall goals of the course.
Authentic Whole Hearted Creations1:39
This video will outline motivations on whole hearted creating and being authentic.

Traditional Art Therapy3:44
This video will discuss the role of traditional art therapy with a therapist, vs how to borrow from this field to create your own self care journey.
Benefits of Art Therapy1:50
In this video we will be discussing the benefits of art as a therapeutic process.
Disclaimer1:39
This video will talk about the importance of seeking medical advice prior to embarking on a self help journey and for contraindications. While for most people this exploration is perfectly safe, others will do well to seek professional guidance.

Materials - Paper9:03
In this video we will explore different types of paper weights and pads.
Materials - Pens and Pencils8:06
In this video we will explore different types of pencils and pens.
Materials - More on Pens and Pencils7:25
In this video I test out a variety of pencils on 3 different types of paper, with the intention to showing a visual on how soft and hard lead/graphite look.
Materials - Even More on Pens and Pencils7:43
Materials - Recyclables as Paper2:28
In this video we will explore what's in your recycle box? We can repurpose and reuse discarded as "paper", which is also known as a drawing substrate.

Mindfulness Tips18:50
In this video we will talk about different techniques to enhance mindfulness, before, during and after our creativity. We will cover breathing, stretching, and grounding.
Meditation 120:08
This video is a longer meditation and speaks to the benefits of sitting vs laying down and how to ground afterward.
Meditation 28:00
This video is a shorter version of the first meditation, more suited for use immediately before starting the drawing exercises.
Intentions and Prayers4:51
In this video I will share how I set intentions and prayers and how they have been helpful in my journey.

The Basics17:05
In this video we will cover basic mark-making skills, lines, dots, shapes and more. The downloadable resources are images of what I drew in these last few lectures as further reference.
Drawing Exercise - Zen-Tangle23:25
You will find the first drawing exercise in this video. It is a long format using many of the techniques covered in Lesson 18 - The Basics. You are encourage to draw along.
Drawing Exercise - Neurographic Art21:46
You will find the second drawing exercise in this video. This technique encourages you to loosen up your mark making, using more gestural marks.
Drawing Exercise - Zen-Tangle in Colour13:33
Drawing Exercise - Neurographic Art in Colour11:18
This is a neurographic drawing in colour, to show you another example of the exercise.
Extra Drawing Demonstration10:05
In this video I show a short drawing demonstration where I use recycled materials as my "paper" and I combine the techniques we have explored throughout the course.

Questions to contemplate2:39
In this section you are encourage to explore questions provided in the video and in a down loadable file. It is an added layer to work with as your explore how mindfulness and creative work together for greater self care and self awareness.
Keeping a Journal4:44
In this video we will explore the benefits of keeping a journal, or written record alongside your creative project.
In Conclusion1:47
This video is the course wrap up. Thank you for trusting me on this Art as Medicine Journey.

Requirements

No previous experience or knowledge is required
Interest in arts and crafts
Interest in exploring how creativity can be a form of self care
Come with an open mind and a desire to explore the theme: Art as Medicine in your own life

Description

Are you looking for ways to unwind and relax your mind, to quiet your racing thoughts? Do you enjoy arts and crafts?

Are you interested in self care? Are you a DIYer? Are you drawn to all things self-help?

This course will help you explore your emotions, your feelings, at your own pace in the comfort of your own creative or sacred space. The exercises we will explore aim to calm the nervous system, while letting your inner world be expressed in safe ways, in a judgment - free zone. These exercises are also designed to unwind those trapped energies, emotions, feelings, stressors that often have no words. We will be using basic mark making skills as your starting point. No special or expensive supply's needed. We will start where you are at and build a strong foundation for future Soul Sojourns.

Creativity helps bring clarity and focus while remaining in the present moment. Art helps us explore and process our inner workings when words are not enough, it can help process pain, unresolved emotions and lessens stress. Creating art can be immensely beneficial on your healing journey. In this course my intention is to help you experience Art as Medicine - a salve for your soul.

This course is not meant to take the place of treatment by a medical professional, nor is it a diagnostic tool. This is meant to be an additional resource in your self care tool box.

Who this course is for:

anyone who is interested in exploring their inner world - the joyful, the messy, the heartache and everything in between
anyone interested in self care, self expression, self healing, those seeking to heal on a spiritual and soul level
anyone seeking a way to self sooth, explore the things we can’t find words for, or don’t have a safe place to release
interested in arts and crafts - or the doodlers, the finger painters, the “I can’t draw”ers, the “I’m Fine”ers, those who have an art background and those who have no artistic bone in their body
anyone wanting to practice good self care, self growth, self reflection

Art As Medicine Series - Markmaking

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Course content

Introduction4 lectures • 10min

Traditional Art Therapy3 lectures • 7min

Materials5 lectures • 35min

Getting Started2 lectures • 7min

Mindfulness and Meditation4 lectures • 52min

Drawing Exercises6 lectures • 1hr 37min

Conclusion3 lectures • 9min

Requirements

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