Self care is easy when life is well, easy. How do you prioritize self care when life is busy or you are tired? This new blog post Note to self addresses this, with an excerpt from my journal and tips on how to make self care a priority when life is complicated. Read it here. And hit reply to this email and let me know how you prioritize self care.
Journaling for Creating Space - FREE Webinar at 1pm today Are you ready to change things up? Find a different way of being? Explore ways to create space for wellness and creativity? Would you like to get started with a journaling practice that is sustainable and unlike
anything you’ve tried before? A process that will help you to get unblocked and tap into your inner wild self.
Join me for this FREE online webinar March 20 at 1pm Atlantic . In this 30-minute webinar discover: Why journal?; Tapping into the body feeling and Dreaming wildly. For more information and to register. Can't make it today? No worries, register and I'll send you the recording.
March 21 - Relaunch of Creating Space as a FREE resource! Are you ready to make a change, reinvent yourself, and make time for self care and creativity? Are you on the cusp of seeing your potential to be a better version of yourself and you want to know how to do this? Would you like to find your voice and be wild with purpose?
Each week I will send you a writing/sketching prompt. And you can share your response to the prompt with me directly. If you need more and would like some individual time with me, there are options to book time with me. Sign up today for this FREE resource.
Renegade Conversations - Season Two is in full swing! Renegade Conversation, Season Two, Episode 8, a conversation with Maddie Kertay, also known as The BadAss Quilter. We had a wonderful conversation, including why Maddie thinks women should have the art of placating plus a box of matches in their toolbox! Catch it here.
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Check out my latest Artworks in progress below. I hope you like them!
Keep reading for Upcoming Classes and Events and more.
This beach coverup doubles as a casual summer outfit. Part of my new wearable art series, coming soon!
Stay well and keep looking for those moments of joy. Thanks for reading and connecting. It means the world to me.
Warmly,
Meryl Cook Engagement by Design artist,author, speaker and facilitator. "Colour, texture, joy and self compassion" are the core principles of my business and life. Helping you to find your joy and be wild with purpose.
Booking now for 2024 Spots available for speaking, workshop and team building facilitation and custom designs for your conference or organization (in person or virtual). Limited spots to work with me one to one over Zoom also available.
March 20, 1pm Atlantic -
Journaling for Creating Space - Webinar Join me for this FREE online webinar. In this 30-minute webinar discover: Why journal?; Tapping into the body feeling and Dreaming wildly. For more information and to register.
March 21 - Relaunch of Creating Space as a FREE resource Each week I will send you a writing/sketching prompt. And you can share your response to the prompt with me directly. If you need more and would like some individual time with me, there are options to book time with me. Sign up today for this FREE resource.
March 25 - Rug hooking workshop at Dartmouth North Public Library Learn the joy of rug hooking with Dartmouth artist and author, Meryl Cook! Register here for this FREE workshop. 10am to 1pm. All equipment supplied.
June 13 - Pop-up at Halifax Convention
Centre Details available soon.
June 16 - Journaling for Design and Creativity 1 to 4pm in Truro, Nova Scotia. This is a private event for a fibre arts tour organized by Battenkill Fibers.
September 20 - October 02 TIGHR Triennial Conference I'll be attending this international conference in Niagara Falls, Ontario. I've been invited to participate in a panel discussion and teach a class. October 2, 9-11am The Therapeutic Benefits of Fibre Art panel
discussion October 2, 2-5pm Chakra Colours by Design class. Registration begins March 25 and is open to TIGHR members.
Work one to one with me Are you feeling burnt out and needing to reconnect with joy and a sense of purpose? Perhaps you are blocked and needing help to get in the flow again. I help you discover the steps to find your joy and access your creative soul. Book your Individual Connection Session today. Packages of three sessions with me are also available.
My new abstract 'Spacious' is done! It is inspired by my intention for the year to be more spacious with myself. The words from my journal that are written around the edges of the design are "Spacious, open, restful, allowing, 'Let it Be', uncluttered, expansive, clear."
I'm trying a different way of mounting my work with this piece. Let me know if you like it!
If you would like to own one of my fibre art creations, take a look at my gallery or contact me. Custom designs also available.
My latest work in progress, 'Spacious' is complete and looking for its forever home. Contact me if you are interested. Designed and hooked by Meryl Cook. 22" x 19 1/2", mounted on an artist canvas 20" x 24".