Date & Time
1:00pm MDT - 3:00pm MDT
About This Event
Explore grief through brushmaking, storytelling, and grounding in our mixed-age workshop.
Brush With Grief is a supportive, art-based workshop designed to help individuals process and express their grief in a meaningful, creative way. This three-hour program offers a safe space to connect with your emotions, honor your unique experience, and create a tangible symbol of your journey. Each session combines mindful art-making, personal reflection, and community connection to guide you through the healing process.
What to Expect:
- Guided Brushmaking: Each participant creates a personalized “grief brush” using natural materials, symbolizing their own journey through loss or transition. Materials include wood, fur, string, and decorations, all provided as part of the workshop kit.
- Grounding and Reflection: We start with a grounding exercise to bring everyone into the present moment, promoting a sense of calm and openness for the creative process ahead.
- Art and Storytelling: Participants will have the opportunity to share their creations and stories, connecting with others in a supportive environment. This shared storytelling fosters empathy, understanding, and a sense of community.
- No Experience Needed: Whether you’re new to art or have creative experience, this workshop is open to all. The focus is on personal expression, not artistic skill.
While our horses will not be part of the activities, the workshop will take place outdoors—surrounded by the peaceful presence of our herd and the natural beauty of Medicine Horse.
About This Event
Explore grief through brushmaking, storytelling, and grounding in our mixed-age workshop.
Brush With Grief is a supportive, art-based workshop designed to help individuals process and express their grief in a meaningful, creative way. This three-hour program offers a safe space to connect with your emotions, honor your unique experience, and create a tangible symbol of your journey. Each session combines mindful art-making, personal reflection, and community connection to guide you through the healing process.
What to Expect:
- Guided Brushmaking: Each participant creates a personalized “grief brush” using natural materials, symbolizing their own journey through loss or transition. Materials include wood, fur, string, and decorations, all provided as part of the workshop kit.
- Grounding and Reflection: We start with a grounding exercise to bring everyone into the present moment, promoting a sense of calm and openness for the creative process ahead.
- Art and Storytelling: Participants will have the opportunity to share their creations and stories, connecting with others in a supportive environment. This shared storytelling fosters empathy, understanding, and a sense of community.
- No Experience Needed: Whether you’re new to art or have creative experience, this workshop is open to all. The focus is on personal expression, not artistic skill.
While our horses will not be part of the activities, the workshop will take place outdoors—surrounded by the peaceful presence of our herd and the natural beauty of Medicine Horse.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Brush with Grief? Brush With Grief is a hands-on, creative workshop designed to help individuals process grief through brushmaking, storytelling, and mindful art practices. Each participant creates a personalized brush representing their unique journey, fostering a meaningful connection with their emotions.
2. Who is this workshop for? This workshop welcomes all ages and backgrounds, whether you’re navigating recent loss or seeking an expressive outlet. It’s a space to explore and process emotions in a supportive environment.
3. What can I expect during a session? Each session includes guided brushmaking, grounding exercises, and a group storytelling circle. Our sessions emphasize mindfulness, connection, and personal reflection, allowing participants to express their grief creatively.
4. No I need any prior artistic experience? No artistic experience is required. All materials are provided, and each activity is designed to be accessible to all skill levels, focusing on self-expression rather than artistic technique.
5. Can I attend more than one session? Absolutely. Each session is unique, with new themes and creative prompts, allowing participants to deepen their experience and connection over multiple sessions.
6. How are the hides and pelts sourced? The materials used for brushmaking, including hides and pelts, are sourced responsibly. They come from a combination of donations, gifts from hunters I know, animals I have hunted or processed, and some that I’ve purchased specifically for these workshops.
Getting There
Medicine Horse
7663 E County Line Rd
Longmont, Colorado 80504
United States
Date & Time
1:00pm MDT - 3:00pm MDT
Refund & Cancellation Policy
- Refunds are available for cancellations made at least 48 hours before the scheduled group session.
- No refunds will be provided for cancellations made within 48 hours of the session.
- If Medicine Horse postpones a session due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, a make-up day will be provided.
- Refunds will not be provided if you miss a scheduled session.