We are excited to introduce a new series of classes that combines an art history lesson with a fun and meaningful hands-on art project. Looking back on contemporary art history there are certain artists that define a period, a movement, a medium, or a style. Familiarity with these artists and their work enriches both the artist and the non-artist’s understanding of and appreciation of art. This artistic intelligence provides a fundamental context in which to view and/or make art. In this 4 … [Read more...] about Art Appreciation: a hands on art class with Jas Milam
Art Appreciation: a Hands-on art class with Jas at Townsend Atelier
Wednesday evenings in 2019 January 9-30 6-8 pm Instructor: Jas Milam No experience required. Artists and non-artists are all welcome! We are excited to introduce a new series of classes that combines an art history lesson with a fun and meaningful hands-on art project. Looking back on contemporary art history there are certain artists that define a period, a movement, a medium, or a style. Familiarity with these artists and their work enriches both the artist and the … [Read more...] about Art Appreciation: a Hands-on art class with Jas at Townsend Atelier
Individual Sand Mandala Workshop
Join others making individual sand mandalas this Sunday afternoon and experience the beauty and simplicity of the transitory nature of life. Participants will view a collection of mandalas from many cultures and religions while seeking inspiration for their very own mandala design. There will be plenty of brightly colored (environmentally friendly) sand to complete the mandala before we honor, thank the experience, sweep the sand into saffron bags and distribute it into the nearest body of … [Read more...] about Individual Sand Mandala Workshop
Art Therapy and Metaphysics
This client came in to her regular session with physical complaints - both shoulders debilitated in two ways. Both ached enough to interfere with work, chores and even sleep. She is under the care of a medical doctor for the underlying torn rotator cuff and the old, knotted muscle and is making plans for surgery. This is art therapy AND the medical model in collaboration. It is important to address “disease” on all levels. We thought it a good idea to take a look at the metaphysical causes of … [Read more...] about Art Therapy and Metaphysics
April Oracle: HUGE Saturday Blow-out
SATURDAY APRIL 7th from 1-4pm BODY POSITIVE CLOTHING EXCHANGE with Body Positive Chattanooga, SACRED ADORNMENT HENNA HANDS with Victoria Priest, JEWELRY SALES with Nicole Adkins Hooks, ROCK AND CRYSTAL SALES with Jo Wheat King, INTRODUCTORY BRAINWORK SESSIONS with Jeff Atkins, DOT MANDALA PAINTING ON RIVER ROCKS with Jas Milam, TAROT READINGS with Kali Meister and her Spirit Guides and more...contact Jas with questions or to make reservations. (423)322-2514. Then start hoping for a … [Read more...] about April Oracle: HUGE Saturday Blow-out
Acting Out Sexually
This bold drawing in four parts tells the story. Seeking OUTSIDE oneself for validation, love and esteem is the set up for addiction. How do you know it’s addiction? Because it fuels or feeds SELF HATE. That is the root of all addiction; how we hate ourselves and teach others to hate us too. In the case of this particular oil pastel drawing we see the addiction cycle acted out as relationship addiction complicated by body image stuff. Feeling alone, fat like Jabba the Hutt, depressed and … [Read more...] about Acting Out Sexually
Mandalas and The Great Round: A Map of the Unconscious
SATURDAY, JUNE 23rd, 2018 from 10am - 2pm with Jas Milam, MAAT Mandalas are drawings in circle format and have an old and established place in healing - physically, mentally and spiritually. The word mandala is Sanskrit for “circle”. Carl Jung re-introduced the West to mandalas and inspired several art therapists to study them, including Suzanne Fincher, MAAT in Atlanta. At this introduction to mandalas Jas Milam, artist and art therapist, will offer participants a chance to create their … [Read more...] about Mandalas and The Great Round: A Map of the Unconscious
Expressive Painting Techniques
SATURDAY, MAY 19, 2018 from 10am-2pm Feel like you got something to say? Do you know what it is? Join artist/art therapist Jas Milam in this mixed media approach to self expression. Using LARGE paper, charcoal, acrylic paint, stencils, spray paint and chalk participants will engage in art making as a way to focus and refine their message. Consider this day long workshop a metaphorical "clearing of your throat" as you move through warm-up exercises, demonstration and plenty of … [Read more...] about Expressive Painting Techniques