At Radiance/Herbs from the Labyrinth, participants will embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery through the captivating art of mandalas with acclaimed artist Jill Althouse-Wood from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., March 10, 2024.

Mandalas—circular arrangements of symbols—have been revered across spiritual traditions for their ability to focus the mind and facilitate meditation. Althouse-Wood, known for her evocative forest scenes, introduces her spiritual practice of creating painted mandalas using the metaphorical language of tree rings.

Participants will prepare by going inward and reflecting on personal growth and intuitive symbols as the instructor guides them with meditation and creative journaling exercises. The second half of the workshop will be dedicated to creating a painted, drawn and/or collaged tree-ring mandala. While this workshop is more about process than product, each person will leave with a final piece of artwork on a 10-by-10-inch stretched canvas.