Artist in Residence -mono printing and automatic drawing workshop

Join Areej Abdi for Mono Printing with Found Objects and Automatic Drawing workshop, designed to promote mental health and well-being through creative expression. In this hands-on session, participants will use everyday objects like leaves, fabrics, and textured items to create unique prints. Additionally, they will explore automatic drawing—a spontaneous, free-flowing technique to unlock subconscious creativity. Mono printing and automatic drawing are simple yet mindful processes, encouraging relaxation, focus, and self-reflection.

Engaging in these artistic activities helps reduce stress, improve mood, and boost emotional resilience. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a beginner, this workshop offers a safe, supportive space to explore your creativity and connect with others. Leave with beautiful prints, expressive drawings, and a renewed sense of calm and self-awareness.

About the artist

Areej Abdi is a multidisciplinary artist/printmaker educator that works with various mediums depending on the subject. Her work is intertwined with nature, the environment and world issues. Her practice invites viewers to challenge their thoughts and ideas.
She believes that all should have the opportunity to use art as a voice for emotive release. Her current work is focusing on automatic drawing as a means to help with mental health and wellbeing.

This workshop is for adults.