Watercolours for Wellness: New Year Wishes with Watercolour

Explore your wishes, visions and intentions for the fresh new year with soothing watercolours. Enjoy connecting, creating, painting, and playing at beautiful, historic Emily Carr House with local Therapeutic Arts Practitioner, Helga Strauss. No experience necessary and all materials are provided.

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About the instructor
Helga Strauss is an artist, educator, and therapeutic arts practitioner. She is also a tree lover and writes a monthly column called Glorious Trees in our Neighborhood for the James Bay Beacon. In her personal art practice, she creates art every day, following her joy and curiosity. As a teacher for over 30 years, she encourages her students to do the same. Her mission is to help people spark joy, connection, and healing through creative, art-filled play. Find her at HelgaStrauss.com.

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