Wandering Bear Wellness Presents:
The 1st Annual
Mandala New Years Printing Workshop:
January 11-12 2025
Port Townsend
Mandala:
A. mandala (Sanskrit:मण्डल, romanized: maṇḍala, lit. ‘circle’, [ˈmɐɳɖɐlɐ]) is a geometric configuration of symbols. In various spiritual traditions, mandalas may be employed for focusing attention of practitioners and adepts, as a spiritual guidance tool, for establishing a sacred space and as an aid to meditation and trance induction. From
Wikipedia.
Limited Space!
Painting a New Year Mandala
Over the course of two days we will come together in community and individually paint a Mandala that will represent your year ahead. We will have various meditations and exercises to help you connect with deeper parts of you that will help guide you to paint your Annual Mandala.
A Mandala created with intention serves as a reflection of your inner self. Through intention, meditation, and a deep soul connection, you will be guided to summon images from within that symbolize the journey and possibilities of the year ahead.
Spaces are strictly limited for this two-day event. Register now to avoid disappointment!
Why Join
What might it look like to have a map to guide you through your year? A placeholder to return to if you get lost. A piece of art that you created, that you can sit with and ask for guidance. Throughout this workshop, you will be joined by other folks creating their map in the form of a mandala.
Crafting mandalas is a powerful method for delving into the depths of our inner selves. This creative process allows us to confront and integrate hidden aspects of our being, including the shadow—shaped by past experiences, traumas, and family dynamics.
Additionally, mandala therapy is an excellent way to reconnect with our inner child, enabling us to express emotions and creativity that may have been suppressed over time. Engaging in this artistic practice fosters self-reflection and can lead to valuable insights and healing. By immersing ourselves in the intricate patterns and colors, we create a safe space to explore our feelings and tap into transformative energies, promoting self-awareness and personal development.
When was the last time you painted with another group of folks?
ITS FUN TO PAINT WITH OTHERS!
Schedule
Day 1:
9:00 AM:
Attendees arrive and parking. Registration for both online and in-person participants.
Morning:
Introductions, basic mandala theory, and tips for painting with your soul’s guidance. Ceremonial prayer and invocation of your 2024 mandala. Practices for opening one’s inner-vision and inviting the art spirit.
Begin mandala painting
12:30 PM:
Lunch
Afternoon: Continue mandala painting
5:00 PM: End of day 1
Day 2:
9:00 AM:
Parking for in-person attendees.
Morning:
Ceremonial prayer and invocation of your 2025 mandala.
Practices for opening one’s inner-vision and inviting the art spirit.
Finish mandala painting.
Begin individual mandala reading and interpretation
12:30 PM:
Lunch
Afternoon: Continue mandala reading/interpretation
4:30-6:00 PM depending on flow of mandala readings: End of workshop
What is Included:
You will receive a painting kit to use while at the workshop and to take home afterwards.
Snacks and beverages made with organic ingredients on both days.
Community
Personalized mandala reading and interpretation
A mandala that you take home.
Allow yourself to be surprised
Whether you're a seasoned artist or haven't painted since your kindergarten days, allow yourself to be surprised by what emerges. As you connect with the deeper parts of yourself, a story unfolds, taking shape in the form of a mandala that symbolizes your year ahead.
(This mandala above of the hummingbird and flower was the first painting I personal did since I was a kid.)
FAQS
Do I need experience with painting?
Not at all. Just bring an open mind and willingness to engage and have fun.
Who Should Attend?
Open to anyone age 12 and older.
Open to anyone who wants to learn ways to live, love, and express themselves more fully, and create more beauty and peace in their lives.
For all who love to draw and paint AND for those who are nervous about putting brush to canvas!
Come learn that there is no judgement in the expression of your mandalaIdeal for people who want to deepen their spirituality and connect more deeply to the unconscious creative mind within themselves.
For those wanting to learn how to relax, play more fully, and express their inner-artist.
What’s Included?
You will receive a painting kit to use while at the workshop and to take home afterwards.
What is the Cost?
$249 USD
OUR TEAM
Nicholas Wasierski HHP, Rolfer ®
My name is Nicholas Wasierski.
I have dedicated my life to the practice of empowering humans to live an embodied life. I currently hold a license to practice Structural Integration which I gained through The Guild for Structural Integration from the original teachings of Dr. Ida P. Rolf. I am a Certified Holistic Health Lifestyle and Integrative Movement Coach through the Chek Institute and I guide wilderness-based rites of passage to assist people with life transition.
I was born in Western Alaska during a winter storm on the Kuskokwim River steeped in the wisdom of knowing where my food comes from - catching salmon, gathering berries in the summer, and hunting Caribou and Moose in the fall and winter.
I have been a lifelong athlete, excelling as an all-state wrestler and basketball player. I attended North Idaho College on a wrestling scholarship and also played rugby. During my college years, I was introduced to the health and wellness world through classes in sports medicine, sports psychology, and stress management.
After college, for many years I lived as a wanderer, finding work as a carpenter, welder, and mechanic throughout the west until I stumbled upon The Wilderness Awareness School which grounded me and reminded me of the old ways of living. Remembering that my purpose for being on this planet was to bring ceremony back to his lineage.
I currently call home Port Townsend Wa. where I am currently residing and work as a Structural Integrator (Rolfer®), Holistic Health Coach, and a Rites of Passage guide running Wandering Bear Wellness.
In my spare time, you can find me singing rain down from the sky, meditating, studying, fishing, and midnight flower picking.
Roger Atlas
Roger is a Blue Heeler Corgi mixed. Raised in the Huston area.
He brings with him a life time experience sniffing and marking individual steams of grass. He is a gifted napper but nothing brings him more joy than a good walk.
He a blessed lover of all being misses flys and bugs. You wont hear him barking unless the occasional dream bring the need to be vocal.
Terms and Conditions
Confirmation of Registration
An official confirmation of registration will be sent to you once all stages of the enrollment process are completed and your registration has been approved. Welcome Packets will be sent via email within 10 days of your registration approval. It is important we have a valid e-mail address for communication with you.
Transfer and Refund Policies
Due to the unique nature of this program, there are no refunds or transfers once you have registered for this program. By accepting these terms and conditions, you understand that you may not request a refund nor initiate a chargeback claim on your credit card via the issuing bank.
Course Cancellation
The organizers reserve the right to cancel an event at their discretion. In the event of course cancellation by the organizers, 100% of the tuition will be eligible for refund, or the full amount paid may be kept as Credit for the future purchase of products and/or educational materials.
If a course is cancelled or postponed due to an Act of God, including but not limited to war, earthquakes, terrorism, natural disasters, disease, pandemics, the organizers reserve the right to reschedule the event at an alternative location or at a later date, or offer Credit equal to the amount of the registration fee paid which the student may use for the purchase of products and/or educational. Tuition will not be refunded.
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