Arts in health programs are gaining increasing recognition in Canada as a valuable tool for promoting mental health, well-being, and overall quality of life. Studies have shown that engaging in creative activities can reduce stress, alleviate anxiety and depression, and improve cognitive function and social connectedness.
Artmaking for Well-being and Stress Relief
TUESDAYS: 6:45 – 8:15 PM
July 15, 22, 29
August 5, 12, 19
at Social Art Studio Space, 180 Shaw Street, Lower Level, Toronto
with Belinda Ageda
ABOUT THIS WORKSHOP:
An engaging, hands-on workshop series designed to foster mental and emotional well-being through artistic exploration. It offers a supportive space for self-acceptance, creativity, and emotional grounding. Not an artist? No problem! These workshops are for all skill levels and no artmaking experience is needed.
Virtual participation via Zoom (with closed captioning) is available upon request.
Please confirm access needs, including ASL-English interpretation, by contacting Karen at kaugustine@accessarts.ca.
Finding Centre: Contemplative Artmaking for Black Neurodivergent Creatives
THURSDAYS: 6:45 – 8:15 PM
July 24, 31
August 7, 14, 21, 28
at Social Art Studio Space, 180 Shaw Street, Lower Level, Toronto
with Belinda Ageda
ABOUT THIS WORKSHOP:
A six-part workshop series for Black creatives with
neurodivergent minds to reconnect with self through mindful artmaking,
reflection, and community. Each session includes guided meditation,
hands-on creative practice (drawing, painting, sculpture), and gentle
group discussion. Themes include stillness and movement, sacred space,
and the living meditation. This series offers a supportive space for
self-acceptance, creativity, and emotional grounding.
Virtual participation via Zoom (with closed captioning) is available upon request.
To attend virtually or if you need accommodation, please email Karen at kaugustine@accessarts.ca.
These workshops are part of the Won Lee Community Arts Hub’s 2025 Summer
Programs — a pilot series for Deaf and disabled, 2SLGBTQ+, and BIPOC
artists.
Social Art Studio Space — located on the lower level of 180 Shaw
Street — is fully accessible by Ontario standards. The building has a
wheelchair ramp at the entrance doors, an elevator servicing every floor
and a fully accessible washroom on every level. The nearby 63 Ossington
bus on the TTC is wheelchair accessible.
