Mandala Drawing Class
Tap into your creativity and learn the art of mandala drawing in this 4-week course. You'll master the process of creating grids and designing intricate mandalas, with step-by-step guidance throughout. By the end of the course, you’ll have a framed mandala artwork to take home—something entirely your own. Perfect for anyone looking to explore a new skill or deepen their artistic practice, this course offers a peaceful and rewarding experience.
Mandala Drawing Class 2
Tap into your creativity and learn the art of mandala drawing in this 4-week course. You'll master the process of creating grids and designing intricate mandalas, with step-by-step guidance throughout. By the end of the course, you’ll have a framed mandala artwork to take home—something entirely your own. Perfect for anyone looking to explore a new skill or deepen their artistic practice, this course offers a peaceful and rewarding experience.
Mandala Drawing Class 3
Tap into your creativity and learn the art of mandala drawing in this 4-week course. You'll master the process of creating grids and designing intricate mandalas, with step-by-step guidance throughout. By the end of the course, you’ll have a framed mandala artwork to take home—something entirely your own. Perfect for anyone looking to explore a new skill or deepen their artistic practice, this course offers a peaceful and rewarding experience.
Mandala Drawing Class 4
Tap into your creativity and learn the art of mandala drawing in this 4-week course. You'll master the process of creating grids and designing intricate mandalas, with step-by-step guidance throughout. By the end of the course, you’ll have a framed mandala artwork to take home—something entirely your own. Perfect for anyone looking to explore a new skill or deepen their artistic practice, this course offers a peaceful and rewarding experience.
The Art of Meditation: Introduction & Vipassana
Meditation is not about “emptying the mind.” It’s about getting to the root of your reality. In the first of eight sessions, we’ll explore the essence of meditation, debunking common misconceptions and discovering what meditation really is.
The Art of Meditation: Lovingkindness (Metta)
Lovingkindness Meditation, or Metta, is a practice rooted in compassion and emotional healing. Come open your heart to the power of kindness.
The Art of Meditation: Breath Meditation (Pranayama)
Pranayama, or conscious breath control, harnesses the breath as a tool for relaxation and mental clarity. Learn different breathing techniques to calm the mind, reduce stress, and revitalize your energy.
The Art of Meditation: Body Scan & Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Body Scan Meditation and Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) can release physical tension and bring greater relaxation. Discover the benefits of bringing presence to your physical sensations and relax into your body’s natural state of ease.
The Art of Meditation: Walking Meditation
Learn to foster a meditative mindset with each step. Walking meditation is a dynamic, grounding way to integrate meditation into everyday life, allowing movement to connect us to the present moment.
The Art of Meditation: Mandala Drawing
The repetitive, symmetrical patterns of a mandala bring a sense of calm and focus, creating a relaxing, creative way to meditate. No artistic skill required—just a willingness to create effortlessly while experiencing a flow state.
The Art of Meditation: Nada Yoga (Sound Meditation)
Allow the sound of your voice and instruments like the shruti box to guide you into a meditative state, enriching your practice and helping you find connection with the entire web of consciousness.
The Art of Meditation: Gratitude & Closing Dialogue
By practicing gratitude in meditation, we tap into a powerful tool for emotional well-being, cultivating joy and reducing stress. Learn how a consistent meditation practice can naturally lead to a deeper sense of gratitude.
Resonance & Renewal: A Sound Bath for the New Year
Join us for an immersive sound bath and meditation experience that blends the power of sound with guided mindfulness practice. Gongs, singing bowls, and the shruti box will combine to create an enchanting sonic environment that encourages the brain to enter deeply relaxed, meditative states. This experience provides space for mindful reflection and nurtures a sense of unity and trust. Participants will also be invited to use their own voices to deepen their connection to themselves, each other, and the wider community. All are welcome, whether new to meditation or experienced practitioners. Yoga mats for reclining will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and plenty of seating will also be available. This event is sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia and the UUCC Music Committee.
The Art of Breathing: A Creative Mindfulness Workshop
Join us for a calming, creative one-hour art workshop, where we’ll combine the transformative power of breathwork with the simplicity of drawing to create a deeply mindful, creative experience. This is an opportunity to explore the meditative flow of creativity, reduce stress, and leave feeling rejuvenated and inspired. It’s a chance to quiet your mind, unwind, and create art that is as unique as you are.
Mandala Magic: Gratitude
Cultivate gratitude through art this Thanksgiving with a mindful mandala workshop from Sumac Arts. Bring home a framed, display-worthy mandala created by you. Beginner, “not an artistic bone in my body” friendly class for ages 10 to 110.
Black Friday Reset: Unwind in Nature with a Sound Bath
Escape the crowds and sink into relaxation this Black Friday in beautiful Saluda Shoals Park. You've earned it.
Mandala Magic: Thanksgiving Edition
Cultivate gratitude through art this Thanksgiving with a mindful mandala workshop from Sumac Arts. Bring home a framed, display-worthy mandala created by you. Beginner, “not an artistic bone in my body” friendly class for ages 10 to 110.
