Archetypal Stages of the Great Round of Mandala

Fall 2011:
Stages 10, 11, 12 + Center
with Pat Otto
7 alternate Thursdays

Oct. 6, 20, Nov. 3, 17, Dec. 1, 15 & 29
6:30-8:30 pm 
$150,  14 CEUs

Come join our sacred circle - giving yourself all the time and space you need - allowing your creative spirit to bring forth imagery that is full of meaning. The Great Round of Mandala as developed by Joan Kellogg (Mandala: the Path of Beauty, 1984) offers us an archetypal source and structure for our art-making and for self-actualization.

Mandalas, or circle forms, have been used for centuries in spiritual traditions around the world as a focus for meditation, healing and creative expression. As we give ourselves permission to become creatively involved, our experiences deepen, giving our art-making - our creations - an opportunity to evolve, to grow and to make manifest. With the intention of creating mandalas as symbolic reflections of our own personal development in the Great Round - a cyclical pattern of wholeness is generated.

We will devote 2 Thursdays a month for each stage, starting at Stage 0: Clear Light. And move through archetypal stages of the cyclical patterns of personal growth: the Void, Bliss, Labyrinth, Beginning, Target, Dragon Fight, Squaring the Circle, Functioning Ego, Crystallization, Gates of Death, Fragmentation, and Transcendent Ecstasy.*

The Archetypal Stages of the Great Round of Mandala workshop is for those who wish to move through its cycle of life exploring each stage using art-making as a vehicle for creative expression and reflection of one’s inner and outer worlds. To see artwork from previous workshops, click Gallery.


To Register: contact Pat Otto via email pat.otto@att.net. Enrollment is limited, with priority given to current workshop participants, therefore pre-registration/ payment is required. Groups fill quickly and in advance. Waiting lists are available. CEUs are available per quarter for a $15 fee.  Be advised tuition is refundable only if or when a workshop is canceled due to lack of initial enrollment.

*Workshops are divided into 4 quarters of 3 months each: Winter, Spring Summer and Fall.
Winter 2011: Jan. 6, 20, Feb. 3, 17, Mar. 3 & 17 (Stages 0-1, 2 & 3).
Spring 2011: Apr. 14, 28, May 12, 26, Jun. 9, 23 (Stages 4, 5 & 6).
Summer 2011: Jul. 7, 21, Aug. 4, 13, Sep. 1, 14 (Stages 7, 8 & 9).
Fall 2011: Oct. 6, 20, Nov. 3, 17, Dec.1, 15, 29 (Stages 10, 11, 12 + Center).
 
Location: Blue Lotus Art Studio, 912 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL 60202,  http://bluelotusartstudio.blogspot.com 
Visit Pat’s website at www.patottoart.com
 
Please Bring: Journal/ Sketchbook and your favorite pen. Some art materials will be available.

Archetypal Stages of the Great Round Mandala:

Stage 8: Functioning Ego by L. Saunders

Summer (Stages 7, 8 & 9)
with Pat Otto
 6 alternate Thursdays: Jul. 7, 21, Aug. 4, 13, Sep. 1, 15, 2011
choose either: 1:30-3:30 pm  -or-  6:30-8:30 pm 
Fee for 3-month session: $125*  
12 CEUs available

Come join our sacred circle - giving yourself all the time and space you need - allowing your creative spirit to bring forth imagery that is full of meaning. The Great Round of Mandala as developed by Joan Kellogg (Mandala: the Path of Beauty, 1984) offers us an archetypal source and structure for our art-making and for self-actualization.

Mandalas, or circle forms, have been used for centuries in spiritual traditions around the world as a focus for meditation, healing and creative expression. As we give ourselves permission to become creatively involved, our experiences deepen, giving our art-making - our creations - an opportunity to evolve, to grow and to make manifest. With the intention of creating mandalas as symbolic reflections of our own personal development in the Great Round - a cyclical pattern of wholeness is generated.

We will devote 2 Thursdays a month for each stage, starting at Stage 0: Clear Light. And move through archetypal stages of the cyclical patterns of personal growth: the Void, Bliss, Labyrinth, Beginning, Target, Dragon Fight, Squaring the Circle, Functioning Ego, Crystallization, Gates of Death, Fragmentation, and Transcendent Ecstasy.*

The Archetypal Stages of the Great Round of Mandala workshop is for those who wish to move through its cycle of life exploring each stage using art-making as a vehicle for creative expression and reflection of one’s inner and outer worlds. To see artwork from previous workshops, click Gallery.

To Register: contact Pat Otto via email at pat.otto@att.net. Workshop is limited to 7 participants, with priority given to current workshop participants, therefore pre-registration/ payment is required. Groups fill quickly and in advance. Waiting lists are available. Fee for 3-month quarter: $125. 12 CEUs are available per quarter for a $15 fee.

*Workshops are divided into 4 quarters of 3 months each: Winter, Spring Summer and Fall.
Winter 2011: Jan. 6, 20, Feb. 3, 17, Mar. 3 & 17 (Stages 0-1, 2 & 3).
Spring 2011: Apr. 14, 28, May 12, 26, Jun. 9, 23 (Stages 4, 5 & 6).
Summer 2011: Jul. 7, 21, Aug. 4, 13, Sep. 1, 14 (Stages 7, 8 & 9).
Fall 2011: Oct. 6, 20, Nov. 3, 17, Dec.1, 15 (Stages 10, 11 & 12).
Be advised tuition is refundable only if or when a workshop is canceled due to lack of initial enrollment.
 
Location: Blue Lotus Art Studio, 912 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL 60202,  http://bluelotusartstudio.blogspot.com 
Visit Pat’s website at www.patottoart.com
 
Please Bring: Journal/ Sketchbook and your favorite pen. Some art materials will be available.

Creativity Class for Women

Supporting Wellness and Emotional Balance through
Expressive Art and Writing

with Joanne Ramseyer, MA, LCPC, ATR

Winter Session: 6 Sundays, 2:30-4:30 pm or 6 Wednesday, 6-8 pm on alternate weeks, January 9 - March 23, 2011

$125.00, 12 ceus offered

Women readily nurture others in their many roles but often feel too depleted or guilty to consistently nurture their own creative interests, strengths and supportive connections. In this class, expressive art and writing activities, along with exploration of mindfulness techniques, will be taught as tools for supporting women’s emotional, relational and physical well-being. These tools will be used to strengthen understanding of the transformative metaphors of the creative process and explore obstacles that block women’s use of creativity as an on-going resource for restoring emotional balance and wellness. Visual imagery and themes related to personal and professional roles will also be explored to increase awareness of individual and cultural messages that impact women’s self-esteem and identity. A wide range of expressive art materials and methods will be taught to those who wish to increase their comfort level using creative arts techniques as a source of self-discovery in their personal or professional lives. Class members will be encouraged to share readings and other resources related to creative expression and wellness topics. Please dress for mess!

Fee includes a large selection of art materials. Please note: there are no make-up sessions for classes missed. Contact Joanne at 847-845-4853 or email joannejram@yahoo.com to register.
BLUE LOTUS ART STUDIO, 912 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL

Joanne Ramseyer, ATR, LCPC, is an artist, educator and art therapist with extensive experience facilitating expressive arts activities for all ages. Joanne is on the adjunct faculty of The School of the Art Institute of Chicago and Northwestern University and is the Director of Blue Lotus Art Studio in Evanston, IL. Joanne has taught classes and workshops on many topics, including the creative process and artistic development; art, nature and spirituality; exploring fairy tales and myths through art and story writing; group art therapy and the role of women’s creativity in trauma recovery.

A Creativity Class for Women: Fall 2010

A Creativity Class for Women: Fall 2010
Supporting Wellness and Emotional Balance through
Expressive Art and Writing

Facilitated by Joanne Ramseyer, MA, LCPC, ATR

August 18-December 1, 2010 (No Class 11-24) $125 

                                        8 Wednesdays, every other week, 6-8pm

Women readily nurture others in their many roles but often feel too depleted or guilty to consistently nurture their own creative interests, strengths and supportive connections. In this class, expressive art and writing activities, along with exploration of mindfulness techniques, will be taught as tools for supporting women’s emotional, relational and physical well-being. These tools will be used to strengthen understanding of the transformative metaphors of the creative process and explore obstacles that block women’s use of creativity as an on-going resource for restoring emotional balance and wellness. Visual imagery and themes related to personal and professional roles will also be explored to increase awareness of individual and cultural messages that impact women’s self-esteem and identity. A wide range of expressive art materials and methods will be taught to those who wish to increase their comfort level using creative arts techniques as a source of self-discovery in their personal or professional lives. Class members will be encouraged to share readings and other resources related to creative expression and wellness topics. Please dress for mess!

Fee includes a large selection of basic art materials. Class meets every other Wed. beginning August 18. Please note: there are no make-up sessions for classes missed and no class scheduled for November 24. Contact Joanne at 847-845-4853 or email joannejram@yahoo.com to register. BLUE LOTUS ART STUDIO, 912 Sherman Ave., Evanston

Joanne Ramseyer, ATR, LCPC, is an artist, educator and art therapist with extensive experience facilitating expressive arts activities for all ages. Joanne is on the adjunct faculty of The School of the Art Institute of Chicago and Northwestern University and is the Director of Blue Lotus Art Studio in Evanston, IL. Joanne has taught classes and workshops on many topics, including the creative process and artistic development; art, nature and spirituality; exploring fairy tales and myths through art and story writing; group art therapy and the role of women’s creativity in trauma recovery.

 

 

Supporting Wellness and Emotional Balance through
Expressive Art and Writing

Facilitated by Joanne Ramseyer, MA, LCPC, ATR

September 19-December 19, 2010

8 Sundays, twice/month, 1-3 pm

                                    Cost: $125.00, 16 CEUs available

Women readily nurture others in their many roles but often feel too depleted or guilty to consistently nurture their own creative interests, strengths and supportive connections. In this class, expressive art and writing activities, along with exploration of mindfulness techniques, will be taught as tools for supporting women’s emotional, relational and physical well-being. These tools will be used to strengthen understanding of the transformative metaphors of the creative process and explore obstacles that block women’s use of creativity as an on-going resource for restoring emotional balance and wellness. Visual imagery and themes related to personal and professional roles will also be explored to increase awareness of individual and cultural messages that impact women’s self-esteem and identity. A wide range of expressive art materials and methods will be taught to those who wish to increase their comfort level using creative arts techniques as a source of self-discovery in their personal or professional lives. Class members will be encouraged to share readings and other resources related to creative expression and wellness topics. Please dress for mess!

Fee includes a large selection of art materials. Class meets every other Sunday beginning Sept. 19. Please note: there are no make-up sessions for classes missed. Contact Joanne at 847-845-4853 or email joannejram@yahoo.com to register.

BLUE LOTUS ART STUDIO, 912 Sherman Ave., Evanston, IL

Joanne Ramseyer, ATR, LCPC, is an artist, educator and art therapist with extensive experience facilitating expressive arts activities for all ages. Joanne is on the adjunct faculty of The School of the Art Institute of Chicago and Northwestern University and is the Director of Blue Lotus Art Studio in Evanston, IL. Joanne has taught classes and workshops on many topics, including the creative process and artistic development; art, nature and spirituality; exploring fairy tales and myths through art and story writing; group art therapy and the role of women’s creativity in trauma recovery.

 

Creating Mandalas with Universal Shapes

Sunday, September 12, 2010
12:30 to 3:30 pm

with Pat Otto, ATR-BC, LCPC

$40 before 9-8-10, $50 after

CEUs: 3

Mandalas, or circle forms, are often depicted with geometric designs that are recognized throughout time and by all cultures. These five shapes are universal: the circle, cross, spiral, triangle, and square. As archetypal symbols, each universal shape carries its own meaning.

By creating mandalas using the universal shapes as a practice, we may better understand the connection between how the meaning attributed to each shape also stands for a process of human growth and development. Referencing Angeles Arrien's The Signs of Life, we will discover our preferred universal shapes at this time in our life, and begin our own mandala practice.

No previous art experience is necessary. Please bring a sketchbook or journal and favorite pen/pencil. Art materials will be available.

To register for Creating Mandalas with Universal Shapes please go to www.cgjungcenter.org or call 847-475-4848 x 221. There is a $15 fee for CEUs

Held at Blue Lotus Art Studio 912 Sherman Ave. Evanston, IL 60202

WINTER SESSION (II) - CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
JANUARY – FEBRUARY 2010
ADULT CLASSES

TUESDAYS, 10:00 am-12:00 pm – (Adults)
CREATIVE DRAWING – with PAT OTTO

Learn the fundamentals of art - line, value, form, shape & composition - to provide a structure for the creative impulse to build upon and grow, allowing a greater vocabulary for self-expression. Non-traditional drawing tasks will stimulate the imagination as well as demonstrate these basic concepts. For beginners & those with experience.
$115 if registered by 1/6; $130 after/7 wks. (Jan. 12-Feb.23)
14 CEU’S OFFERED THROUGH C.G. JUNG CENTER, EVANSTON
Please register by calling 847-475-4848, x221 or online at http://www.cgjungcenter.org/

THURSDAYS, 6:30-8:30 pm – (Adults)
THE ARTIST’S WAY: A CREATIVITY WORKSHOP (Session I) – with PAT OTTO

(Re)-discover your own creative gifts, in whatever form they may take, be it through painting, pottery, performing, poetry, or prose. Loosely based on Julia Cameron’s book, The Artist’s Way, we will touch on the first six chapters/concepts of the book to gain a deeper understanding and experience of your own unique creative process as reflected in your life and in your art expressions. Come and enliven your creative spirit through readings, writings, art making, observations, & discussion.
$125.00/6 wks. (JAN 28, 28, FEB 4, 11, 18, 25, MAR 4)
PRE-REGISTER by email to pat.otto@att.net BY JAN. 6 FOR 20% DISCOUNT!

FRIDAYS, 6:00- 8:30 pm - (Adults)
WOMEN’S ART STUDIO – INSTRUCTOR: JOANNE RAMSEYER

Nurture your creative spirit, explore materials and artistic themes, develop technical skills or use your art process for relaxation and wellness in the company of other creative women. Class will also include a variety of writing activities for those who wish to use them to stimulate imagination and insight. Fee includes basic studio materials. Bring water-based paints of your choice, or other favorite materials, embellishments, ideas or just yourself! No art experience necessary!
$95/4 wks (SESSION I: JANUARY 8, 15, 22, 29)
$95/4 wks (SESSION II: FEBRUARY 5, 12, 19, 26)
GROUP MEMBERS CONTINUING FROM JAN. PAY $80 FOR FEB. SESSION!
SUNDAYS, 2:30-5:00 PM (Adults)

PAINTING FOR SELF-EXPRESSION: MATERIALS & IMAGE EXPLORATION – Increase your ability to access your imagination while strengthening self-expressive and technical skills. Dreams, emotions, memories, direct observation and spontaneous art exercises will be used to activate a dynamic painting process. Fee includes basic papers, tempera and watercolor paints; for those who wish to use them, bring acrylics, canvas or other painting surfaces. No experience necessary!
$95 FOR 4 WK SESSION (JANUARY 10, 17, 24, 31)
$120 FOR 6 WK SESSION (JAN 10, 17, 24, 31 and FEB 7, 21)


Register at: Blue Lotus Art Studio 912 Sherman Avenue Evanston, IL 847-845-4853 or email Joanne at joannejram@yahoo.com