Welcome to the practice of mindful creativity
What if the classrom isn't simply a place where students learn—but a place where they learn how to be present, notice, reflect, connect, and make meaning?
This professional development invites educators across disciplines to explore how mindfulness, creativity, and the arts can strengthen teaching and learning. Through hands-on experiences and practical strategies, participants will discover ways to foster engagement, creative and critical thinking, connection, and well-being across subject areas.
Creativity + Mindfulness for K–12 educators, homeschool communities, and anyone interested in bringing creative and mindful practices into everyday life or professional practice.
CREATIVITY IN EVERY CLASSROOM
In-Person Workshops
In-person workshops offer a rich, hands-on experience that blends mindfulness with expressive arts for individuals and groups alike. Whether you're a teacher, homeschooler, or simply seeking personal growth, you’ll explore creative and practical techniques to find calm and cultivate a more inspired mindset. With a mix of guided meditation and artistic expression, these workshops provide a meaningful way to connect with mindful creativity—and leave you with tools to integrate it confidently into daily life
Virtual Workshops
Virtual workshops are designed to empower teachers and homeschool communities with fresh, effective ways to integrate mindfulness and expressive arts into their teaching. Each workshop provides practical tools and creative techniques that support student well-being and spark imaginative learning. Sessions are customized to meet the unique needs of each learning environment—whether in a traditional classroom or at home—helping educators confidently nurture creativity and emotional growth in their students.
Jane's enthusiasm for teaching is contagious. I am so grateful to have
had the opportunity to learn from her. Cindy, Workshop Participant
Arts Integration:
Inspiring Learning Through Creativity
Imagine classrooms where science is explored through visual storytelling, mathematics comes alive through pattern and movement, and language arts deepen through drama, music, and creative expression. This workshop invites educators to discover how the arts can become a powerful pathway for learning across the curriculum.
Through engaging, hands-on experiences, participants will explore practical approaches to integrating visual art with subjects such as science, mathematics, social studies, and language arts. Rather than adding the arts as an extra activity, educators will learn how artistic processes can enrich understanding, encourage inquiry, and create deeper connections to academic content.
Participants will leave with fresh ideas, adaptable strategies, and renewed inspiration for creating learning experiences that honor diverse learners while fostering curiosity, imagination, and meaningful understanding.
Educational
Consultant
As an educational consultant, I help educators integrate expressive arts and mindfulness into their teaching to nurture creativity, well-being, and meaningful learning. Through practical, accessible strategies—including creative expression and reflective practices—educators gain tools to foster emotional resilience, deepen student engagement, and create more compassionate, learner-centered classrooms. Together, we explore ways to support both teacher well-being and student growth, cultivating learning environments where creativity and connection can thrive.
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Assistant Superintendent
Soulful, spiritual, connecting, authentic and useful-what more could I ask for? Thank you immensely.
You helped me connect with what I love about teaching.
Emily, Workshop
Particpant
Jane is very knowledgeable, caring, and flexible. She made me feel comfortable exploring mindfulness and creative expression through visual journaling.
Alison, Art Program Coordinator
Jane brings engaging ideas and infectious enthusiasm, leaving participants feeling creatively renewed and inspired.
Other Creative Workshops & Retreats Available
ContemplativeArtist is a creative sanctuary rooted in the healing and transformative power of art. I invite you to explore your creative potential and begin a journey of self-discovery and personal growth through mindful and contemplative expressive arts practices. Visual journaling and slow stitching are also offered as gentle, accessible practices for reflection, presence, and creative exploration.
