isters Together Rejoicing in Expressive Arts and Magic
(Stream - a continuous flow or outpouring of energy)
STREAM is a school for girls and women of all ages,
dedicated to the nurturance of all forms of creative expression.
Our emphasis is on the many aspects of fine art
~ drawing, painting & mixed media.
Also included in our creative explorations are
~ poetry, song, story-telling,art history, chakra rainbow studies,
mandalas and sacred teachings from around the world.
At STREAM,the overall philosophy of our teaching is inspired
by the Feminine tradition and "the Beauty Way."
Here, in my studio,
a nurturing space is provided for your creativity to blossom.
Over the course of a year, our four STREAM Sessions
(spring, summer, fall and winter) will feature art projects
and activities that are closely tied to the seasonal cycle
and related multicultural celebrations.
Students are invited to attend the entire year
or can enter the circle at any point of the wheel,
providing there is space available.
Scroll down to view current STREAM class offerings with Mara ~
To preview or print a copy of the current STREAM class flyer click on the class at the end of the page.
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STREAM was birthed on the Spring Equinox, March 20, 1999. The activities of our first three meetings (spring session) revolved around nature's renewal and the qualities associated with spring, such as: new beginnings, growth, inspiration, clarity.
We learned about traditional holidays celebrated at this time of year, and about mythological spring goddesses from different cultures. We entered the Native American medicine wheel at it's Eastern point and learned about the many teachings this direction has to offer us. We made colorful paper-mache' egg rattles filled with beans and "vision-seeds" (slips of paper on which we wrote what new things we wanted to bring into our life.) We learned spring songs and went on nature walks, taking notice of the newly sprouting plants and flowers. Woven throughout all these activities was our study of the life and art of Georgia O'Keeffe, as well as our drawings and watercolor paintings of flowers inspired by her amazing works of art.
Our first summer session took us to: the South point of the medicine wheel, Summer Solstice and Lammas, summer/sun goddesses Amaterasu, Pele and Demeter, linoleum block sun prints, carved clay plaques, still-life watercolors, African art and design, and the work of artists Betty LaDuke, Henri Mattisse and Paul Gauguin, among others.
STREAM was founded by sisters Mara Berendt Friedman and Karen Russo, both artists who want to share their love of beauty, creativity and self-expression. Their vision is that "STREAM-inspired" schools will sprout up in other communities, each with it's own unique focus, and all dedicated to nourishing the creative spirit of our children and the magical child within us all.
If you would like to be on the STREAM mailing list, please contact them by e-mail, phone or letter.
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