Creating Mindful Mandalas

We are so excited to welcome you back for our August creative session!

In this session we will be returning to the mindful artform of mandalas!

Mandalas are beautiful and intricate patterns traditionally formed in a circular shape. We will be breaking down these patterns layer by layer and building up detail through repeated patterns to create an overall mandala at the end.

On joining the session, Adelaide, who is facilitating the session, will briefly explain the process around creating mandalas, and the materials available for you to use. Throughout the session she will offer guidance, suggestions and encouragement.

When we look at mandalas layer by layer, we take what can feel like an overwhelming image and break it down into smaller steps. Thoughts of perfectionism can hold us back from being fully creative and trying new things and taking it a step at a time can help us build up confidence and resilience. Summer can also feel like a busy time for many of us, so take this session as an invitation to slow down, connect with your community, and meet fellow creatives.

Take this session as an opportunity to relax, get creative, and connect with your local community

General Information

All materials and resources will be provided on the day. For this session there will be template guides for you to use and examples of patterns for you to use to build up your mandala. If you have any supplies you would like to use, you are welcome to bring them along with you.

Tea and coffee are available throughout the session free of change.

This session is open to all adults (18+) only. Reclaim Art Tribe sessions are LGBTQIA+, disability, neurodiverse and mental health inclusive – every adult is welcome here. The area we will be in is located on the ground floor, and there is a disabled toilet available for use. Please reach out if you have any accessibility needs.

This session will be held at Community360, Winsley's House, High St, Colchester CO1 1UG. There is good access to public transport, with bus stops nearby, and it is a 10-minute walk from Colchester Town Train Station. The nearest parking available are Britannia Car Park and Priory Street Car Park, and disabled parking at Winsley’s House is available if required.