Aplomb Circles

Led by Danielle Festa, this circle is for individuals impacted by cancer, including those in treatment, post treatment, living with recurrence, or navigating the long term physical, emotional, or identity related effects of a cancer diagnosis. This space offers a creative environment for connection, reflection, and self expression alongside others with shared lived experiences. Enjoy guided or self led art-making at any level.

Led by Jennifer Jarvis, this circle is for individuals who have experienced domestic violence, sexual abuse, or coercive harm, and who are seeking a creative space centered on safety, self expression, and reclaiming agency through art. This guided abstract acrylic painting workshop is open to anyone ready find to peace through the process, no experience required.

Led by Marisa Companion, this circle is for individuals living with chronic illness, disability, neurodivergence, or ongoing health related challenges, including those navigating fluctuating capacity, sensory differences, or changes in identity and daily life. Inspired by Wassily Kandinsky, who lived with synesthesia, a neurological phenomenon where senses intertwine, participants will use music to lead expressive art journeys.

Led by Adrienne Cress and Autumn Gale, this circle is for individuals whose understanding of family has been shaped by experiences such as fertility or reproductive challenges, adoption or adoption-related loss, estrangement, chosen singleness, or redefining what family means. Each session will be guided using SoulCollage®,a gentle and intuitive creative practice that uses simple materials and an open mind.

Led by Aliah Marden, this circle is for veterans and first responders, including those who are currently serving or who have left their roles. This includes individuals living with PTSD or ongoing stress responses, and offers a grounding, creative space alongside others with shared service-related experiences. Using Nerographic drawing techniques, participants will push a marble around to draw free-flowing lines, and then color the shapes to create a finished piece. No prior art experience required.

Led by Marissa Thibeau, this circle is for individuals experiencing grief related to death, loss, or significant life changes, including those carrying complex, layered, or ongoing grief that may not follow a clear timeline or resolution. This space honors the many ways grief can be held, expressed, and lived with over time. Come as you are and try expressive drawing techniques.