My online zoom classes arose out of pandemic emergency but, through emergency, comes emerging…
As an artist, and creative arts facilitator, I am used to the tactile and corporeal in the art class. I love to see the art work in process, make connections, laugh with my students and  drink coffee or wine together. However, as we became  habituated to the virtual world, I  adapted my classes to accommodate the ‘art at home’ social distancing model. Art is such a wonderful vehicle for expression – its language of communication is so fluid and adaptable. Now more than ever, the power of art for collective healing is profound and I feel it as it crosses the airwaves and alights on us in our cocooned spaces. It has also been a miraculous way of keeping us connected as, for example,  I have students who have emigrated and continue to sit in our shared spaces keeping the creative momentum.

My intention is to continue teaching online as its rewards are palpable to me and as I grow in my studies as a zen coach, I aim to merge my creative classes with online zen coaching. Its been an exciting time, with great possibilities for the rethinking and reframing of  ‘new normal’ aspirations. Let’s do it with our authentic creative voices.