Forest Creating & Connecting - 90 minute workshop
Forest Creating & Connecting with Zoey Zoric
đď¸When: 1pm on Saturday, June 27 during the Sustainable Shores & Garden Event
đWhere: Solar-poweredâď¸ "Event Tent" at Abbey Gardens (1012 Garden Gate Drive)
đď¸ Admission: By donation. Every $ raised from this event supports our Haliburton-Muskoka-Kawartha Children's Water Festival!
Escape the digital noise and rediscover your connection to nature! Forest Bathing isn't just a trendâit's an ancient practice backed by modern science that transforms mental and physical wellbeing. Join our 90-minute guided journey where you'll:Â
- Experience the scientifically proven benefits of mindful nature immersion
- Learn simple techniques to de-stress and recalibrate your senses
- Create artistic impressions of local flora (no artistic experience required!)
- Connect with like-minded nature enthusiasts in a supportive setting
Whether you're a seasoned artist or have never drawn a thing, all you need is curiosity and a desire to slow down. This workshop blends ancient wisdom with creative expression to help you discover nature's restorative power.Â
â Come prepared: We will venture outdoors, so wear comfortable walking shoes and be ready to sit comfortably in nature. Rain or shineâwe embrace all weather as part of the forest experience! All required artist materials provided. Come discover how nature can heal, inspire, and transform your wellbeing.
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Meet Zoey, a fine artist and educator who left Toronto for the peaceful Haliburton Highlands. Previously teaching digital and traditional fine art at Centennial College, she now finds inspiration in connecting with nature's beauty. You'll often discover her painting in local forests or leading workshops at the Haliburton School of Art & Design. Zoey combines technical expertise with a deep connection to place, helping students experience the world through their own Artistic eyes.