A weekly painting and drawing class for adults with special needs. Wednesdays 1-3pm. Apply by email to attend. Tuition is covered by the Dooley ArtZ Fund in memory of Michael Dooley.

 

  • The program includes weekly drawing and painting classes facilitated by a trained instructor.

  • The activities and environment are facilitated specifically for adults with special needs who have a strong interest in the arts. 

  • The program is focuses on teaching the individuals and their support person(s) how to use art mediums as a communication and self-regulation tool.

 
 

WHAT WILL PARTICIPANTS DO DURING EACH CLASS?

  1. Warm up/mindfulness drawing activity (15min.)

  2. Set up our supplies and watch a demo (15 min.)

  3. Learn a new skill using a variety of art mediums. (15 min.)

  4. Receive help and instruction expressing ideas and vision. (30-45min.)

  5. Review and share time

 
 

OBJECTIVES

  1. Provide a creative program for adults and their advocates for self-care.

  2. Learn painting and drawing skills and create a project in a single class.

  3. Connect with others through the creative process.

  4. Individuals foster a sense of belonging by attending weekly/regularly.

 
 

REQUIREMENTS: SETTING UP FOR SUCCESS

  1. Communication about any special needs prior to registering.

  2. Schedule a visit with the teachers prior to first class.

  3. Express an interest in creating art.

Mindfulness + Art

Every art class offers a short mindfulness activity using art mediums. Click here to see our most used guided mindful art activity.

5min video using pen and paper