Mindful Doodling for the Entire Community!

Why do we doodle? Art educator and cartoonist Cara Bean shows how even the smallest marks on paper have a lot to teach us about expressing ourselves, feeling creative, and connecting to everyone around us. During this workshop, participants will learn to recognize their drawing personality and how they uniquely engage with the creative process. Cara will lead participants through a series of doodling prompts, starting simply and building from there. Open to all ages and no experience necessary.
Registration is encouraged! Register here: https://www.westerlylibrary.org/event/artist-residence-cara-bean-mindful-doodling-entire-community
About Cara:
Cara Bean is a cartoonist, art educator, and the author of Here I Am, I Am Me: An Illustrated Guide to Mental Health. Her book was named to the Children’s Book Council’s 2025 Favorites lists for both Middle Grade and Teacher Favorites and was shortlisted for the Graphic Medicine International Comics Awards. Cara leads interactive workshops that spark creativity for people of all ages and backgrounds, with a special focus on how drawing can nurture mindfulness and imagination.
For more on Cara and our AIR program, please visit: westerlylibrary.org/artist-in-residence