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On our creative mindfulness courses you can relax, unwind, and develop both your creativity and well-being.
With this in mind, you will find a great selection of creative courses here, among which are: An introduction to creative mindfulness and nature journalling.
So, simply scroll down to discover more details.
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An Introduction to Creative Mindfulness
A one-day course offering a full introduction to mindful practice with focus on creativity.
Nature Journalling
In this 2 day course, you will explore the benefits of becoming immersed in nature and develop creative content for a nature journal.
An introduction to Creative Mindfulness Course.
Join us for this wonderful one-day creative mindfulness introduction course.
Throughout this course, there will be informative sessions in mindful meditation, mindful movement and creative mindfulness.
So, why develop a mindfulness practice? The answer lies in compelling research studies that have concluded that, by undertaking mindful practice, you can significantly promote a healthier lifestyle.
The benefits of mindfulness practice include: reducing stress, helping with anxiety and depression, lowering blood pressure, and improving sleep.
Furthermore, if you couple creativity with mindfulness practice, you have the perfect pairing for improved well-being.
A full creative mindfulness programme
Firstly, we will start the day with an introduction to mindfulness. We will explore a variety of strategies to develop a more mindful lifestyle.
Following this, we will undertake a short photography walk in order to collect visual inspiration for creative mindfulness. Furthermore, this will be an opportunity to practice mindful walking by appreciating the beautiful surroundings via all of your senses.
Finally, you will undertake an art workshop to create unique and expressive artworks inspired by nature.
Please note:
This creative mindfulness programme is suitable for both novice and the more advanced practitioner. In addition, we will take great care to offer tailored support to all attendees.
| Session | An example itinerary of the one-day creative mindfulness programme: |
|---|---|
| Mindfulness Techniques | We will start the day by developing practice in mindful meditation and mindful drawing techniques. Various approaches will be explored with practical workshops and further reading notes to take home. The aim is to develop a range of approaches to offer a good grounding in mindfulness practice. |
| Mindful photo walk | The second session will be an opportunity to explore the surrounding woodland, paddocks and orchards in a mindful photography walk. Furthermore, you will be encouraged to experience and appreciate nature through all of your senses as well as collect creative imagery to inspire your artworks. |
| Art workshop | Finally, the afternoon session will focus on developing your creativity by exploring drawing and painting tasks. You will be fully guided in order to develop wonderful expressive imagery developed during practical workshops designed for all ability levels. |
| The day will conclude at 3:30pm. |
An Introduction to Creative Mindfulness Course
- A 1-day introduction to creative mindfulness.
- Includes: sessions in mindful meditation, mindful drawing, a mindful photo walk, practical art sessions, refreshments and lunch for just £85.
To discover the next scheduled course and to book your ticket, please visit our Events & Bookings Page.
We do not include accommodation for this course. So, please visit our accommodation page to explore places to stay within the area.
Nature Journalling Course
This creative mindfulness course will involve becoming fully immersed in nature and experience the benefits of this activity. So, come and join us for this fabulous creative well-being course and escape from life’s pressures and reset your mindset.
In summary, we will start the course by undertaking a gentle nature walk where you will record observations about the beautiful nearby surroundings by listening, looking and investigating. In addition, you will be encouraged to record your observations through sketches, creative writing, rubbings, and foraging for creative inspiration.
Afterwards, you will use your experiences to develop a personal nature journal which may contain creative writing and sketches, for example. You will also explore techniques such as: collage, printmaking and other crafting techniques in order to develop a creative approach to nature journalling.
What’s more, we include both a spring and autumn nature journalling course in order to capture the diversity of the different seasons.
Please note that great care will be taken to cater for all artistic ability levels as we offer one-to-one tailored support for all attendees.
During the Nature Journalling course you will:
- Experience a gentle 2/3-mile nature walk within the surrounding picturesque Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
- Undertake practical sessions exploring how nature can inspire creative writing and expressive drawing.
- Receive expert tuition through practical workshops in drawing, painting, printmaking and crafting techniques.
- Benefit from individual, tailored support from a fully-qualified teacher.
| Day | An example itinerary of the Nature Journalling Course: |
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| Sat | Meeting at Backbury House at 10:30am, we will then complete a nature walk to a nearby nature reserve and woodland. During our gentle walk, we will take time to absorb our surroundings and develop our observational skills. This will be a fully guided session. Later, back at the art studio, we will start to develop our nature journals and you will be guided in drawing and painting activity inspired by your findings. In addition, you will be encouraged to use annotation and poetry to develop your responses. The session will conclude at 3:30pm. |
| Sun | We will meet at Backbury Studio for morning refreshments at 10:30am. Following on, we will then spend the day exploring a variety of creative techniques in order to further develop your nature journals. The emphasis will be on completing expressive and explorative pages. During these sessions, you will be offered tailored one-to-one support in order for your to develop your personal approach to nature journalling. |
| The course will conclude at 3:30pm. |
Nature Journalling Course
A 2-day course which includes professional tuition, refreshments and all course materials for just £170
To discover the next scheduled course and to book your ticket, please visit our Events & Bookings Page.
We do not include accommodation for this course. So, please visit our accommodation page to explore places to stay within the area.
Quick links to alternative weekend courses
Backbury House Retreats
Backbury House
Checkley
Hereford
HR1 4NA
sbrookes@bhretreats.co.uk
07584 081970