Arts Learning
ACHF Arts Education
Low-income individuals in health crisis will learn about the Zen Buddhist practice of Enso Painting, and practice creating art. A survey will evaluate the participant's knowledge of Enso Painting, including history and pieces from the guided tour, and knowledge on some of the skills involved with using the materials provided (Sumi-e Ink, Sumi-e Brushes, Rice Paper, etc.). 2: The instruction and practice of Enso Painting in mindfulness-based therapeutic programs will become more widespread. A variety of healthcare and community organizations will be sent a survey to determine their interest in partnering to offer their clients a mindfulness-based learning experience in Enso Painting.
Low-income individuals in health crisis learned art skills, including vessel-making using origami and sculpting, focusing on mindfulness. Participants were asked to fill out evaluation surveys. Questions focused on: Knowledge of drawing, origami and sculpting as art forms, Knowledge of the skills involved with using the artmaking materials, The role of the Process of Artmaking versus finishing a work of art, The likelihood that participants will bring these skills home and elsewhere, to continue to use of this art form in their personal practice. Participant’s ability to use artmaking as a mindfulness tool. 2: The use of artmaking as a mindfulness tool will become more widespread among those facing health crises and barriers to accessing art. Instead of a survey, Mia and Pathways discussed and contacted various community organizations about offering this program to their staff and/or clientele. In addition, future funding sources have also been explored and contacted, to support the continuation and expansion of this program into the community.
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