Workshop Contents
I offer mindful art workshops in schools and for youth organisations.
Our sessions are not just about learning; they're about experiencing. Students actively understand what mindfulness is, how it aids in developing focus and attention, and its benefits, such as its calming effect. They embark on a journey, focusing on themselves before transitioning to the art subject matter and medium. This interactive practice reinforces mindfulness fundamentals, such as taking a non-judgmental approach and resetting focus when attention wanders.
Workshops are tailored to your needs, with a curriculum based on your preferences, priorities, and timing. Art mediums can vary, such as clay or drawing.
Background
Art
Before becoming a communication specialist, Sophie spent fifteen years working as an art educator in the North West of the UK. She led hundreds of art projects for children, adults, and individuals with disabilities, and provided teacher training and art education consultancy for schools, museums, and galleries across the UK. Her artwork has been exhibited in multiple galleries, with a sculpture series held in the permanent collection at Wolverhampton Art Gallery. Today, Sophie blends her expertise in art and communication to offer creative, integrated services.
Communication
Sophie collaborates with leaders in government and major companies, including Woodside, Rio Tinto, and Alcoa. Her work has been featured across prominent media outlets such as ABC Radio, The West Australian, The CEO Magazine, Seven News Media, and Foxtel Networks.
She has coached public speakers and TEDx presenters to deliver compelling messages, and worked with TED-Ed to produce the animated lesson Are There Universal Expressions of Emotion?
Since 2020, her blog has consistently ranked among the top five body language blogs worldwide.
Experience
- St Hilda’s Anglican School for Girls
- Perth Modern School
- Bob Hawke College
- Williams Primary School (with other schools from the region)
- Ashdale Primary School
- Dianella Heights Primary School
- Carlisle Primary School
- All Saints College
- Iona Presentation College
- Kolbe Catholic College
- Methodist Ladies College
- Prendiville Catholic College
Delivery Format
Generally, I’m very flexible in how I work with the clients parameters like timing, number of workshops and number of people, and can put together a curriculum based on their parameters.
