In this Mindful Maker Session, we explore abstract art as a way to gently process and express memory—without pressure, perfection, or the need to “know what you’re doing.”
Abstract(ing) Memories invites you to loosen your grip on what art is supposed to look like and instead discover how creativity already lives within you.
Together, we’ll use color, line, and shape to express emotion and memory without needing recognizable forms.
No painting skills required.
No right or wrong outcomes.
This isn’t about talent.
It’s about translation.
Turning memories into movement, color, and connection.
Our Process
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Pause
creating space to breathe, settle the nervous system, and arrive fully in the moment. There is no rush, no performance, and no expectation of what should be made
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Create
intuitively, using color, line, and shape to translate a memory into abstract form. There are no rules to follow and nothing to get “right.” This is about allowing your hands to move, your intuition to lead, and the process to unfold naturally.
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Reflect
what surfaces—emotions, sensations, shifts, or insights—without judgment or analysis. The art becomes a mirror, offering gentle awareness rather than answers that need fixing.
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Connect
We close by anchoring the experience through connection—first to yourself and the story held in your artwork, and then, if you feel comfortable, to the collective through shared reflection. This moment honors both personal meaning and the quiet power of being witnessed.