BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID:-//Embarkation Group Inc//FullCalendar MIMEDIR//EN VERSION:2.0 METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20091119T160000 DTEND:20091119T220000 LOCATION:Still Meadow Conference & Retreat Center, 16561 SE Marna Road, Damascus, OR 97089 UID:5A9E05DB-3048-2D64-9C76680FE26B0208 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:The power inherent in painting is that it can awaken a wild vein of passion that will not go back to sleep. Using only the simple tools of brush, paper and paint, Awakening the Creative invites you on a stimulating journey into the heart of expressive painting, made possible through a safe environment and the personal support of Stewart Cubley. The potential is to tap into an extraordinary resource: the vibrant, driving force of your own creative spirit.=0D=0A=0D=0AIn this workshop, everyone is a beginner. You are welcome even if you've never picked up a paintbrush. There will be no critiques, analysis of the work or focus on the finished product. The goal is free expression, with the emphasis on the creative process rather than on technique or expertise. Awakening the Creative is an opportunity to embark on the greatest of all human adventures-embracing your own path and confidently following it.=0D=0A=0D=0AStewart Cubley is the co-author of the highly acclaimed book: Life, Paint & Passion: Reclaiming the Magic of Spontaneous Expression. Stewart has traveled throughout the world for more than 30 years working with individuals and groups to access the potential within the human heart and imagination. He has conducted seminars at learning based organizations including Esalen and Omega Institutes as well as corporations, prisons and other public forums. This workshop will be co-facilitated by Annie Rousseau=0D=0A=0D=0AThis workshop may be of interest to people from a wide variety of disciplines, including art, education, counseling, social change and meditative practices. All materials are supplied.=0D=0A=0D=0ATopics will include:=0D=0A* Entering the mystery-trusting the source of spontaneous expression=0D=0A* Going through the fire-how to meet and work with creative blocks=0D=0A* Reaching completion-discovering the naturally occurring ending point of a process=0D=0A* Off the page-painting as a metaphor for a more courageous and meaningful participation in life=0D=0A=0D=0ACOST AND REGISTRATION:=0D=0A$465 plus $35 materials fee. Accommodations and meals extra.=0D=0Ahttp://www.processarts.com/pages/programs/workshop/portland.html=0D=0A=0D=0AMORE INFO: =0D=0AEvent Website: http://www.processarts.com=0D=0AEvent Email: info@processarts.com=0D=0AEvent Phone: 415-455-4682=0D=0AVenue website: http://www.stillmeadowretreat.org=0D=0AVenue Phone: 503-658-8793=0D=0A=0D=0ASponsored by Institute for Art and Living=0D=0ASince its founding in 1976, the Institute for Art and Living has touched the lives of thousands of people by enabling them to explore the creative process through painting in an atmosphere of respect and non-judgment. SUMMARY:Awakening the Creative: The Painting Experience with Stewart Cubley PRIORITY:3 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR