Please contact us with any questions or to book an art event.
We offer a variety of art related services including paint & craft parties, art kits (local delivery only), art instruction classes, and AH Therapeutic Art workshops as well as private AH Therapeutic sessions for individuals & couples.
We will be offering online painting classes in the near future (free & fee based) so that we may spread the joy of artful healing worldwide. Updates will be coming soon.
Yes, we only offer mobile services for both private and public events. You host your paint party event, class, or AH workshop at your location or venue and C.J. will come to you to make it happen.
Please contact us to schedule an appointment to meet and go over what painting options and event style will best suit your needs. Then the next step will be to tailor your selection to your event, including helping you to promote your public event, if applicable, and to get the word out there and fill those seats. Yes we also do that too. We also love to share, so the use of our art materials are also included in the price for each painter to enjoy. We take pride in knowing that every painter can leave with a beautiful work of art and something to talk about for years. All they have to bring is themselves and be prepared to have lots of fun while your establishment gets the attention it deserves. So let's get started!
Yes, C J can create a custom painting project and would love to create one tailored to your painting event. We only require a minimum of 20 registered painters to qualify. We also offer this service as paint kits. All rights to any commissioned art remains the sole property of Artful Healing and the artist. Please contact us for more information.
Kits Include: Pre-Traced Canvas, Acrylic Paint, Paint Brushes, Palette (Disposable Plate), Cup, Disposable Apron, Wet Wipe, Step By Step Instructions, Reference Photo,
Please Note: We do not ship. All orders are for local pick up with the exception of 10 or more kits. We deliver large local orders only. A fee and some travel restrictions may apply for large deliveries. Pick up times are Mon & Thur 10:00am at Starbucks parking lot. 704 England St Ashland, VA 23005. Additional times may be added during busy seasons. Please contact us for planning orders of 8 or more kits in advance so that we may schedule your order accordingly. Thank you.
C J has been teaching art and writing art instruction in acrylic and mixed media for over 35 years and is the founder and certified Therapeutic Art Couch of AH, a therapeutic art method of healing for mind & heart cohesion through awareness. She has taught middle school age through adults., including painters with little to no art experience to graduate art students. All have enjoyed their creative experience under her guidance. Her goal is to guide the painter while allowing healing to take place through the joyful experience of discovery and acceptance of one's own unique and creative self.
As far out as possible but with a minimum of 3 weeks so that seats have a chance to fill before your event cutoff date. We recommend 4-5 weeks. The cut off date for paid reservations is usually 3-5 days before the starting date so that we may prepare accordingly for your tailored event. We will be there for you each step of the way. We want your event to be a big hit!
Available dates to schedule fill up fast, especially during the holiday seasons. So let's meet and start planning your event early.
Prices vary according to size of the project, event category, the time required, age group, and agreed ticket prices by venues. Please see the list below for our cost. We offer our services to youth age 14-17 and adults.
There is no maximum size for an event. If you have the appropriate space then we can make it happen within a proper planning time. Some restrictions may apply.
PAINT & CRAFT PARTIES Minimum of 8 registered painters for private paint parties, 12 or more registered painters for venues including businesses, groups and organizations. Event price & canvas size varies according to selected and agreed to project.
All painters must pay in advance to reserve a seat before the cutoff date as agreed between the event host and Artful Healing. If minimum seat requirements aren't meant as agreed then Artful Healing may cancel the event at their discretion.
*The host of a private paint party always paints for free when hosting 10 or more paid guests. Non transferable. Not available to public events or venues.
$25 - $40 Per Adult (between 2-2.5 hrs.) 11"x14", 12"x12", 16"x20"
$20 - $25 Per Youth Ages 14 - 17 (1-2 hrs.) 8"x10", 11"x14", 12"x12"
ART CLASSES: Minimum of 10 registered adult painters and minimum of 15 for youth.
$35 - $85 Per Adult (2-3 hrs.) Substrate sizes vary according to project. Minimum of 10 or more painters.
$25 - $35 Per Youth Ages 14-17 (1-2 hrs.) 8"x10", 11"x14", 12"x12". Minimum of 15 or more students.
AH WORKSHOPS
$40 - $125 Per Adult (2-3 hrs or 2-3 hrs per day as scheduled for expanded workshops.)
AH THERAPEUTIC ART (Private sessions only)
$115 Per 1 hr Session, Individual ( Includes Breathwork, 2 Paintings, Written Assessment)
$185 Per 1 hr Session, Couples (Includes Breathwork, 4 Paintings, Written Assessment)
*All art materials & supplies required to complete a painting or craft project are included for use during the event and remain the property of Artful Healing there afterwards.
Each of our 3 group services are based on enjoying the creative process. No art experience is necessary to participate.
Our fourth option is a private AH Therapeutic Art session which is not based on creative energy through art making, but more so on the healing experience which is then expressed onto a substrate by use of art materials.
PAINT or CRAFT PARTY: Focus is more on fun and mingling as one would in a party setting. Some may include food and beverages as agreed between the host & Artful Healing. Adult paint parties may even include alcohol beverages. Youth ages 14-17 and adults.
ART CLASS: Focus is on learning about art materials, mediums and techniques, basic color theory, and basic composition & design elements while completing a work of art.
Youth 14-17 yrs. School Setting: This option is more suited for home school groups and or educational institutions wanting regularly scheduled art instruction classes.
Adults: Most suitable for adults wanting to learn how to paint, or to improve on already developed skills, or just simply seeking inspiration and creating with like minded creatives. A great fit for any level art experience from beginner to advanced. Classes involve a more structured environment. In addition to creating a finished work, participants are seeking art instruction as a main motivation for attending a class.
AH WORKSHOP: Guided by a certified AH Therapeutic Art Life Coach only. Specific AH techniques and art making are combined with focus on a healing experience for deeper awareness of mind heart cohesion and oneness with our creator. Based on unconditional love and expression of self as energy which then flows through the painter onto the canvas. Perfect for anyone seeking deeper understanding and healing of self through therapeutic art in a group or private session. Perfect for meditation groups, yoga centers, artists, spiritual/religious groups. This workshop is perfect for anyone wanting to create around like hearted creatives in a healing and loving atmosphere. Adults only.
AH THERAPEUTIC ART SESSION: Guided by a certified AH Therapeutic Art Coach. Available for private sessions only. Each session is between 1 to 1.5 hours in which two paintings are completed. AH is a 5 step process that allows energy to be expressed onto a substrate with one or more art mediums. It is the applications of this 5 step process that brings about healing thus allowing one to feel more balanced and peaceful than before the session. It's recommended that clients attend weekly or bi weekly to achieved the full benefit of AH. AH is also recommended as a means of balance and focus for continual well being. Adults only.
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