Visual Arts Programs

On the long journey to restore my health and reclaim my joy, I've witnessed firsthand the miraculous power of art as medicine and mindfulness. The simple act of sitting quietly and creating beauty with our hands steadies the mind, opens the heart, and offers a healthy outlet for big feelings—allowing stuck emotional energy to flow freely. This gentle practice—like qigong or gardening—carries the wisdom of ancient healing technology. The definition of technology is simply 'the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes,' and what is science if not the study of our innermost workings and the practices that can support the function of our organic systems. Clearly motivated by more than just aesthetics, every culture on this beautiful earth has turned to creative expression as a way to heal, and to celebrate the natural flow of life.

I studied Fine Art at UC Santa Cruz, focusing on photography and sculpture. In the decades since, as both an artist and a teacher, I've painted murals, created hip hop theater, made films, and performed comedy. Still, I feel that I've only scratched the surface on exploring the benefits of the creative process. Through Bearheart, I look forward to sharing the blessings of art together. Thank you for making the world more beautiful—one piece of art at a time.

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• Youth, adult and family classes

• Group discounts

• Retreats

• School assemblies and residencies