Mondays | 3 weeks | 6:00 - 7:30 pm | September 16, 23 , 30 

Adult, 3 week series

Learn the traditional art of mandala making in this beginner level, mindful art class. Cat will combine her background in illustration and watercolor painting with her training in mindfulness and expressive arts to create a relaxed, creative environment. Together we will explore how art making can become a mindful, creative practice, relaxing the mind and using colors, symbols, and repetition to soothe our systems and express emotions.

LOCATION: Blair Center for the Arts

REGISTRATION: link to Blair Center site

Tuesdays | 4 Weeks | 5:15 Pm - 6:15 Pm

August 20, 27,  September 10, 17  

Dive into the ancient art of mandala making in this beginner level art class for tweens and teens. Students will use compasses and rulers to design a nature inspired mandala, explore symbols and color meanings, illustrate with pen, and add detail with watercolor and gel pens. Students will also learn the origin of mandala art and the intention behind the mandala making process, exploring mindfulness and art for well being. If your student enjoys getting lost in their art making, loves to doodle, or is simply interested in getting into drawing or painting, this class series is just for them.

Location: Blair Center for the Arts, West Ashley Location

REGISTER HERE (Blair Center site)

Tuesdays | 3 Weeks | 4:00 Pm - 5:00 Pm | August 20, 27,  September 10  

LOCATION: Blair Center for the Arts, West Ashley Location

REGISTER HERE

Young artists (ages 6-9) will learn all about mandalas, repetition, and symmetry in this fun and expressive watercolor class. We will explore basic watercolor techniques, learn some color blending, and play with metallic pens and paint to add details and depth to our mandalas. Teaching artist Cat Brantley creates a fun, explorative, and inspiring space for the  students, combining her years as a professional artist and art teacher with her training in mindfulness and expressive arts.