an art experience in self-expression
for teens & adults

Paint on a big surface with lots of acrylic paint in this day-long workshop. Abstract studies and some sketching will prepare participants to express themselves on a 5' by 2' canvas. This day will include a brief powerpoint history of abstract art and lots of painting, so wear old clothes (acrylic paint does not wash out) and bring a lunch. Some things can only be “said” abstractly!

With artist / art therapist Jas Milam

DATE: TBA
TIME: 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Bring a sack lunch and beverage.
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37407
COST: $100 includes all supplies
TO REGISTER: call (423) 322-2514

Journal Jot

making accordion books

Learn to make these multi-faceted, multi-folded books in one day. A useful workshop for journalists, writers and artists. Each participant will hand make two accordion fold books to keep or give away. Watercolor and acrylic paints will beautify the pages and covers of these cool little books and a journaling exercise will inspire artists and non-artists to get creative. Consider bringing a favorite quote, affirmation or collection of sayings to use during bookmaking.

With artist / art therapist Jas Milam

DATE:TBA
TIME: 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Bring a sack lunch and a beverage.
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37407

COST: $100 includes all supplies
TO REGISTER: call (423) 322-2514

Family Tree

an historic and metaphoric art experience
for teens and adults

Using watercolor and xerox transfer techniques participants will create a family tree that merges history and our unconscious inheritance. Bring black and white xeroxes of important family members and any notes you’ve collected about your ancestors. Discover how much you know about your roots while creating a unique family tree.

With artist / art therapist Jas Milam

DATE: TBA
TIME: 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Bring a sack lunch and a beverage.
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37407

COST: $100 includes all materials
TO REGISTER: call (423)322-2514

Chakra Colors

a mixed media study
of color and energy

Mixed media sculpture, color and intuition work together to create beauty and meaning in this day-long workshop. The human energy field is rooted in seven centers along our spines called chakras. Each corresponds to specific color vibrations and our seven energy centers are all tied in to the hues of the rainbow. Find your unique place in the spectrum while learning more about color, energy and you.

With artist / art therapist Jas Milam

DATE: TBA
TIME: 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Bring a sack lunch and a beverage.
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37407

COST: $125 includes all materials
TO REGISTER: call (423)322-2514

three dimensional projects for
teens and adults who meditate

Beautify your daily meditation or thinking spot with a handmade triptych and candle holder. We will use wood, paint and stamps to create the perfect set and setting for your secular or religious alter. Sacred symbols from the beginning of time as well as modern icons will provide focus and direction for the artist and non-artist alike.

With artist / art therapist Jas Milam

DATE: Saturday workshops this Fall, 2011

TIME: 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Bring a sack lunch and a beverage.
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37407

COST: $100 includes all materials
TO REGISTER: call (423) 322-2514

Me, Myself, and I

a therapeutic art experience
for teens and adults

We all have many versions of self depending on how we feel, who we’re with or where we are. Familiarity with ourselves means getting to know the various selves on board. In this day-long workshop participants will use mixed media collage to explore their personnas, their egos and their true selves. You may discover a new part of you!

With artist / art therapist Jas Milam

DATE: TBA
TIME: 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Bring a sack lunch and a beverage.
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37407

COST: $90 includes all materials
TO REGISTER: call (423) 322-2514

He, She, We

an integrating art experience
for men and women

Carl Jung taught that we all have an animus or anima as part of the make up of our psyches. In this weekend workshop men and women will explore their masculine and feminine sides while working with clay and metaphor. A culminating project representing this he/she relationship will allow participants the opportunity to integrate these two aspects of themselves.

With artist / art therapist Jas Milam

DATE: TBA
TIME: Saturday, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Bring a sack lunch and a beverage
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37404

COST: $125 includes all materials
TO REGISTER: call (423) 322-2514

Shadow Boxes

a sculptural art experience
for teens & adults

Using a mixed media assemblage process and thoughtful introspection it is possible to make visible and name our darker sides. The more we look and involve ourselves in the creation of these shadow boxes, the more we dredge out into the light the very parts of self that we need to see. A fascinating and transformative look at who we really are will result in a personal and powerful piece of sculpture.

With artist / art therapist Jas Milam

DATE: TBA
TIME: 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Bring a sack lunch and beverage.
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37407

COST: $100 includes all supplies
TO REGISTER: call (423)322-2514

Self Portraits

an artistic interpretation of
insides and outsides

A new twist on an old theme! Self portraits of all kinds will give participants a chance to try their hand at everything from realism to abstraction. Straight-forward portraits, collages and expressive masks give each man or woman a chance to explore and study different approaches to portrait making.

With artist / art therapist Jas Milam

DATE: TBA
TIME: 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Bring a sack lunch and beverage.
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37407

COST: $90 includes all materials
TO REGISTER: call (423) 322-2514

Amulet/Fetish

the power and vibe of hand-made

Can you make your own luck? Do rabbit’s feet and voodoo dolls work? A tradition of spirit-imbued art has survived from the witch doctor to the medicine woman to the artist. Charms and symbols are found in every culture and religion and continue to fascinate modern man. After studying the amulets and fetishes of several groups (both Christian and non) we will make our own pocket or palm pieces from mixed media including stone, beads, cloth and twine. Feel free to bring any special object that you wish to include in your personal amulet.

With artist / art therapist Jas Milam

DATE: TBA
TIME: 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Bring a sack lunch and beverage.
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37407

COST: $90 includes all supplies
TO REGISTER: call (423) 322-2514

On the Mark

a drawing workshop for teens and adults

Drawing, sketching, line quality, un-drawing, scratching, erasing, fluid, hesitant and jagged marks imply the hand of the artist and convey huge amounts of information to the viewer. During this day-long drawing workshop proper and innovative use of pencils, pens, markers and stylluses will be explored. Workshop participants will then use a combination of drawing media and techniques to produce a finished piece of original art. Drawings may be abstract, representational or copies of magazines. You may wish to bring in favorite personal photos.

With artist / art therapist Jas Milam

DATE: TBA
TIME: 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Bring a sack lunch and beverage.
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37407

COST: $90 includes all supplies
TO REGISTER: call (423) 322-2514

The Written Word

Illuminated Manuscript, Calligraphy and Font Type

The history and beauty of the written word from illuminated manuscripts to p.c. fonts, from scribes to monks to typesetters will be the focus of this art of writing workshop. Working with pen and ink and calligraphy reminds us to slow down the pace of life and make every little thing count. Participants will create a beautiful keepsake during this day-long workshop and may choose to make a birth announcement, a marriage certificate, a favorite poem or prayer on vellum. Basic calligraphy will be introduced and inks, colors and gold will be available for a framable finished product.

With artist /art therapist Jas Milam

DATE: TBA
TIME:10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Bring a sack lunch and beverage.
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37407

COST: $100 includes all supplies
TO REGISTER: call (423) 322-2514

Mother/Daughter

a one day workshop
for mother and daughter pairs

Mothers and daughters will enjoy making art together in this non-threatening and fun art experience. Exercises in intimacy, drawing on strengths and weaknesses, will foster bonds between pairs of moms and daughters who are interested in working on their communication, understanding and enjoyment of their relationship. No previous experience in art is necessary and generational participation is encouraged!

With artist / art therapist Jas Milam

DATE: TBA
TIME: 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Bring a sack lunch and a beverage.
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37407

COST: $125 includes all materials
TO REGISTER: call (423) 322-2514

Story Quilt

textile work for men and women

The fabric of our lives and clothes and curtains forms highly personal combinations of aesthetics. The opportunity to combine words and pictures inspires unique stories. Together they form the story quilt, an art form perfect for autobiographical expression. This day long workshop will include painting and textile work as you design a crib-size story quilt of your own. Previous experience and sewing skills are not required. You may bring your own special fabrics or use the ones provided. There is a separate fee for finishing, backing and quilting after the class.

With artist / art therapist Jas Milam

DATE: TBA
TIME: 10a.m. until 4 p.m.
Bring a sack lunch and beverage.
PLACE: Rivoli Art Mill

2301 East 28th Street

Chattanooga, TN. 37407

COST: $125 includes all materials
TO REGISTER: call (423) 322-2514