Discover the calming and expressive practice of watercolor journaling in this 90-minute to 2-hour workshop, designed for all ages and perfect for students, individuals, families, or friends to enjoy together. Led by Heather Sinfield, a skilled facilitator with expertise in crisis response and clinical practice, the session offers a safe, supportive environment for creativity and connection. Participants will explore the therapeutic benefits of watercolor journaling, such as stress reduction, mindfulness, emotional expression, and self-discovery. Through guided exercises, attendees of all skill levels will experience the joy of slowing down, playing with color, and reflecting through art. Heather’s passion for building connections and sharing expressive arts makes this workshop an opportunity to expand personal wellness while fostering meaningful relationships. Whether you’re looking to spark creativity, connect with others, or simply enjoy a relaxing experience, this workshop is for you.
Theoretical Foundation
This watercolor journaling workshop is grounded in the Expressive Arts Therapy (EXAT) continuum theory, which emphasizes movement across kinesthetic, perceptual, and cognitive modes of expression to support healing and self-discovery. Participants begin by engaging the kinesthetic level through the physical act of painting—moving brush to paper in a rhythmic, embodied way that invites regulation and sensory grounding. As they continue, they enter the perceptual realm, responding to the visual elements of color, shape, and image that emerge, deepening presence and emotional expression. Finally, the workshop guides participants into the cognitive layer, offering space for reflection, insight, and meaning-making through journaling and conversation. This intermodal flow across the expressive arts continuum allows individuals of all ages and abilities to access their inner creativity, reduce stress, and build connection within a safe, supportive environment.
