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Art as a Contemplative

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  • 90 minutes

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In this class, we explore short guided meditations, art exercises, reflections, and discussions to establish authentic connections to our creative selves. Using simple materials, we approach art making as a process-based contemplative practice – building and experiencing an awareness of our natural curiosity and creativity. We will also explore how our minds and perceptions operate, how to move through creative blocks, and how to use creativity as a mode for stress reduction.

Open inquiry, playfulness, and discovery are at the heart of this approach. Guided experiences are emphasized over technical instruction and innate skill, as we seek the deep understanding that comes through doing.

No experience with art making or meditation is required.

Adventurers at all levels are welcome.

Stay curious.

Stay compassionate.

Find the treasures.


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This week we will be using drawing, color, line, shape, and pattern to explore intentional aimlessness as we reflect on multi-layered levels of awareness.

Suggested materials:

  • Paper

  • Pencil

  • Something to add color with (colored pencils, crayons, markers, etc.)

Refund Policy

If you must cancel your enrollment:

  • You will receive a full refund (minus $5 processing fee) up to 6 business days before the first class.
  • A 75% refund (minus $5 processing fee) less than 6 business days before the first class.
  • We cannot refund class fees once the series has begun.

One-day classes are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Courses are subject to minimum enrollment; if enrollment is not met by 24 hours before the first class, the session will be canceled. You will have the option to have the fee refunded less a 5% non-refundable registration fee, or applied toward a later session.


In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at ESS Community Projects (64)

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This class: 4.0 out of 5 from 1 review

  • Art as a Contemplative

    I really enjoyed the class, which coming from someone with zoom fatigue says a lot. I would only suggest a bit more of an overview in the beginning explaining how the class would possibly go. That was more for my comfort level as this was the first time I've done this type of class. Other wise, great way to spend a Sunday afternoon
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Eckford Street Studio is a place where North Brooklyn's youngest artists come together to explore materials and processes, realize visions, inspire and be inspired, and make beautiful messes. Our teaching artists are practicing artists and master educators, with years of experience facilitating art...

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