Colors Between Us: A Family Painting Journey

A creative space for families to connect, communicate, and create.

About the Event
In this guided 1-hour workshop, families will use painting as a tool to explore emotions and strengthen communication. Through fun and meaningful art activities, each family will:

• Collaborate on canvas, layering individual voices into one artwork.
• Reflect together on the process, deepening understanding of one another.
• Take home their unique painting as a reminder of their connection.

Why Join?

• Strengthen family bonds in a fun and creative way.
• Discover new tools for emotional expression.
• No prior art skills required—just openness and curiosity!

Who Can Attend?
Families of all ages and backgrounds. Perfect for parents, kids, grandparents, and anyone who wants to explore creativity as a family.

Facilitator Spotlight

We’re honored to welcome Dr. Shanee Harmon, founder of Art and Health, as the facilitator for our upcoming Colors Between Us family painting experience.

Dr. Harmon is an expressive arts therapist and wellness educator who specializes in using creative practices to nurture emotional well-being and strengthen family connections. With a background in both psychology and visual arts, she has guided countless families, children, and communities in transforming emotions into creative expression.

Her approach blends warmth, expertise, and playfulness—making it easy for families to open up, communicate, and grow closer through art.

This event is a part of our A.R.T.S. of Happiness event series all about family wellness—mind, body, and heart. This fall, we’re centering families with experiences that spark joy and strengthen bonds through creativity and wellness. Each of this particular event series is designed to nurture the whole family—physically, mentally, communicatively, financially, and nutritionally.

From movement and art-making that support emotional expression, to workshops that build healthier habits and stronger communication, A.R.T.S. of Happiness gives families practical tools to thrive together. Whether it’s painting side by side, learning stress-free financial strategies, or exploring simple nutrition hacks, every session creates space to laugh, grow, and connect.

Because when families are well, they don’t just get through life—they flourish. 🌟

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