(Oxford) Diploma : Art as Therapy - the Instructor's work

🎨 Art Therapy...done by me...done by you

Course Overview

This is a very straightforward course designed to immerse you in the world of art therapy. It's an interactive journey where you, the participant, will engage in 25 art therapy exercises, each accompanied by 62 insightful lectures. You will create your artwork while listening to soft music or watching the lecture that complements the exercise. This makes up Part A of your experience.

Instructor's Approach

I, your friendly Instructor, also partake in the same exercises and post my 'work' in Part B. Alongside creating my own artwork, I provide an explanation and often include questions for self-reflection. These reflections are meant to deepen your understanding of both your art and yourself. As part of the lecture series, I also offer a bonus with some 'Office Games' – just for a bit of fun and to add a touch of everyday life to the course.

Course Structure

The course is structured to allow you to absorb the content at your own pace. You could, if you wish, watch the whole course in a day, doing all the exercises. However, for a more reflective and community-oriented experience, I suggest doing a lecture a day, posting your results, and engaging in discussions with others in the Q/A section.

What You Will Learn

By participating in this course, you will likely learn a great deal about yourself through self-exploration facilitated by art. In Part B of each lecture, you'll see how I responded to the prompts and briefly analysed my work. You'll also encounter Self-Reflective questions. Your responses are yours to keep, or you may choose to share them in the Q/A.

Course Highlights

The final two lectures will provide additional insights into approaching your art therapy journey and pose thought-provoking questions about the role of art therapy in our lives. What makes this course unique is its series of concise lectures that guide you through an exercise, followed by a second lecture showcasing a piece of 'art' along with a brief analysis.

Art Therapy Exercises

Embark on a creative adventure with the following 25 art therapy exercises:

1. Exploration: Find your starting point.
2. Spiral: Trace your path through life.
3. Centre: Identify your core.
4. Where am I now?: Assess your current situation.
5. P, P...F: Explore perceptions and feelings.
6. Morning!: Capture the essence of a new day.
7. Dotty!: Play with perspective and order.
8. Surfing the weave: Navigate through complexity.
9. Eggshells: Tread carefully on fragile ground.
10. Heart to heart: Connect emotionally.
11. Arrowing in: Focus your intentions.
12. Brain food: Visualize your thoughts.
13. Intersect: Examine the convergence of paths.
14. Life - a game of two halves: Explore contrasts and balance.
15. Balanced outcome: Aim for harmony.
16. Heal!: Engage in restorative creation.
17. Your number is up: Face the unknown.
18. Free thought: Let ideas flow freely.
19. Scream: Express your inner cries.
20. Meter reading: Measure your feelings.
21. Transformation: Embrace change.
22. The Great Re-set: Reset your mental state.
23. Peace Poppy: Seek tranquility and remembrance.
24. The View: Capture your perspective on the world.
25. All is one: Unify your experiences.

Engage, Reflect, and Grow

This course is more than just a series of lectures and exercises. It's an opportunity to engage with art therapy in a meaningful way, to reflect on your personal journey, and to grow both as an individual and as an artist. Join me in this creative exploration and discover the transformative power of art as therapy. 🌟

Join the Journey

Are you ready to embark on this artistic adventure? Sign up for the course, grab your art supplies, and let's dive into the world of art therapy together! Your creative journey awaits. 🎨✨