Have you ever considered using expressive arts to help you reach your social, emotional and personal goals in life?
Our work focuses on support for...
DIVERSE ABILITIES
MENTAL WELLBEING
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
WHO DO WE HELP?
Our clients include those who face mental, physical, and/or social challenges, and we help those who are looking for a local, complimentary service that works in harmony with mainstream therapies and an alternative addition to existing support and social networks. Our small team of creatives also facilitates community connection projects – including children, adults, and elders. And we love to collaborate with local community organisations too, as art for wellbeing advocates and facilitators.
The people we have worked with include those who ...
- Have always felt the desire to explore music, movement or visual art as a therapeutic outlet, but not been brave enough to take the plunge. (because of a belief – or someone’s told you – that they’re not musical or creative!).
- Are a primary care giver wanting to see your loved ones social and emotional needs met in a nurturing and holistic way.
- Are a new NDIS participant considering local community participation service options, or are wanting to try or ad something different.
- Are a parent wanting to foster and encourage their child’s natural creative spark.
- Are a local health care professional seeking alternative supports for your clients.
- Are in need of an alternative or creative addition to their current routine for motivation and inspiration.
- Struggle with low energy, stress or depression and searching for the ‘right fit’ as far as support and opportunities.
- Would like to try different options for meaningful and fulfilling community participation.
- Know and understand the benefits of creative expression and just want to have a go.
- Want to see their strengths recognized and nurtured, and be supported and challenged in positive ways.
- Feel good when they’re moving, dancing, singing, drumming, painting, drawing, being in nature.
WHO ARE WE?
Expressive Art Tasmania is based on the north east coast of Tasmania, located within the Break O’ Day Municipality and we are here inspire positive change.
We are professional art practitioners who are completely passionate about sharing the power of the creative arts to heal, inspire, educate and connect. Together with our clients we are continually experiencing first hand the positive effects of expressive arts participation for individuals, families and community. The growing body of evidence-based research can back us wholeheartedly on this.
PLAY & CREATIVITY
Play and creativity are key factors that support and sustain health, happiness, vitality, and peace of mind in all humans – at any age.
PLAY is integral to fullfillment in life.
EXPRESSIVE ART FOR HEALING
Engaging in expressive arts is the bridge between our inner and outer world. It offers a safe space for self reflection, expression and learning and it is a powerful tool that we can use to engage and communicate with others.
Right Relationship
When we explore and nurture our own unique creativity, we also create a greater sense of balance and place within the world. We believe in the importance of fostering right and balanced relationship with ourselves, others and the natural world.
Expressive Art Tasmania is built on a foundation of respect and acceptance. We respect, accept and also celebrate human differences and diversity. We believe in a healthy and sustainable planet for future generations and use creative action as our voice for positive change.
CREATIVE PATHWAYS
The CREATIVE PATHWAYS program helps our NDIS clients discover, grow and nurture their creative ‘edge’ and potential, helping them build the skills and confidence they need to participate in the local community. With us, they know they will be supported, accepted, and respected for who they are.
In one clear annual package Creative Pathways provides access to a wide range of local creative opportunities like music, visual art, movement, rhythm n’ drumming. Creative Pathways is an ideal complementary service to support capacity building goals.
RHYTHM BEING
Our RHYTHM BEING program offers those who are looking for ways to improve their personal wellness and mental health. Rhythm Being helps you utilise the power of rhythm and drumming to release body’s stress and calm mental chatter. Rhythm Being also supports those who are interested in meditation…but just can’t keep still!. It helps build a positive self image, and supports you to face life’s challenges with greater confidence and ease.
AFTER THE BELL
Our AFTER-THE-BELL programs support children’s social and emotional wellbeing through group music, dance and art participation sessions. Programs include after school group lessons for beginners and fun school holiday programs.
HEALTHY GUT HEALTHY MIND
Our HEALTHY GUT HEALTHY MIND Workshops teach practical tools and wisdom that support us establish a healthier relationship with our bodies and with the food that we eat. We learn how ….
Nature Girl
NATURE GIRL is our program created especially for girls aged 16-21 who often struggle in social situations due to anxiety, communication difficulties, shyness, or for other reasons..
Our day trips are designed to support feelings of belonging and a sense of connection by getting out into nature, exploring places in our local environment and simply being together. The nurturing, safe, and accepting space we create helps reduce anxiety and an opportunity to create new friendships. One vehicle, 6 girls max, wholesome food provided.
TALK-STORY CIRCLES
Talk-story is sharing ideas, stories, events, feelings and opinions in a friendly and casual way. It’s an opportunity to take time out, to slow down, and to simply be in each other’s company. Our talk-story circles are always accompanied by a simple craft or new skill for people to learn, and are facilitated by different elders, wisdom keepers and guests in the community. Reciprocity, non-judgement and the sense of belonging and respect is nurtured.
Time-out for Carers
This offering is especially for parents, relatives, friends, and professionals whose primary work is care and support for others. We recognise and honour the constant and ongoing energy that you put out and understand that it is so easy to forget about your own self-care. However, maintaining a healthy and happy mind and body is crucial to functioning at your best, and also to avoid unnecessary burn-out. For as little as two hours, to a day, or as long as a whole weekend retreat, we are here to offer you the perfect rest, rejuvenation, and time-out experience you deserve.
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
Throughout the year we also partner up with our favourite local holistic practitioners, artists, elders, educators, community groups and organisations through a range of events and workshops. Join us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up to date with the latest.
CREATIVE TEAM
Marita Mangano
Multidisciplinary artist (visual art, music, creative writing) + Support Worker.
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