{"product_id":"creative-recess","title":"Creative Recess","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen was the last time you made something simply because it sounded fun?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSomewhere along the way, many of us began believing that creativity had to be productive. That every painting should be frame-worthy, every idea should become a business, and every creative hour should lead to something useful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut what if creativity didn't have to accomplish anything?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat if making something was enough?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCreative Recess\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a four-session creative gathering inspired by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrioritizing Play\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Rachael Renae facilitated by Hillary Seibel and Erin Hawkins. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eEach session focuses on one of the book's four sections. Before we meet, you'll read that week's assigned section, then gather with the group for thoughtful discussion, reflection, and a playful creative exploration inspired by the book's themes.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis isn't about becoming a better artist. It's about reconnecting with the joy of making, embracing curiosity, and remembering what it feels like to create just because you can.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you haven't picked up a paintbrush in years or creativity is already part of your life, you'll find a welcoming space to slow down, experiment, laugh a little, and give yourself permission to play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Expect\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach session includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThoughtful conversation inspired by the reading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGentle reflection prompts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA hands-on creative exploration designed for curiosity, not perfection \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEncouragement, conversation, and community\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA simple \"Play Invitation\" to take with you into the week ahead\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo artistic experience is necessary. You don't even have to consider yourself creative. Just bring an open mind and a willingness to experiment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTuesdays 6-7:30pm September 22nd, \u003cspan\u003e29th, October 6th, and 13th. \u003c\/span\u003eApproximately 1.5 hours \u003cspan\u003e(With optional extra studio time if you want to keep creating.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You'll Need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eA copy of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrioritizing Play\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Rachael Renae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—grab yours for 10% off through our friends at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bearsbooksmacon\/\" title=\"Bear's Books Macon\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBear’s Books\u003c\/a\u003e (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/square.link\/u\/X2YCeoyX\" title=\"Purchase Prioritize Play from Bear's Books\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epurchase yours here\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComfortable clothes you don't mind getting a little messy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn open mind and a willingness to play\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll creative materials are provided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Join?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSpots are limited to 10 people to keep the group intimate and supportive. Pre-registration is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Tanglewood Art Studios\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Tanglewood Art Studios Instagram\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tanglewoodartstudios\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTanglewood Art Studios\u003c\/a\u003e is more than just a studio—it’s a creative haven where artists of all backgrounds can connect, grow, and thrive. Rooted in the belief that art flourishes in a supportive and inspiring space, Tanglewood offers a place designed to fuel creativity. Whether through workshops, exhibitions, or community events, we are committed to fostering collaboration, excellence, and inclusivity in the arts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Hillary Seibel \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hillaryryanart\/\" title=\"Hillary's Instagram\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHillary\u003c\/a\u003e is a communications professional by day and a mixed media artist in her spare time. A self-described perfectionist, she spent years thinking art meant becoming good at painting, even though she had always been happiest cutting paper into shapes and seeing what emerged. Over time, she realized her creative voice wasn’t found in trying harder to make the kind of art she thought she should—it was found in letting go and embracing the kind of art that came playfully and naturally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Erin Hawkins\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mamahawkdraws_\/\" title=\"Erin's Instagram Page\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErin\u003c\/a\u003e is an artist, muralist, and founder of Tanglewood Art Studios. She spends much of her time painting walls, but some of her favorite moments happen around a table covered in paper scraps, markers, and half-finished ideas. She believes creativity flourishes when the pressure to \"get it right\" disappears, and loves creating spaces where people can experiment, laugh, and rediscover the simple joy of making. Through her workshops and community-building, Erin hopes to remind people that creativity belongs to everyone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mama Hawk Draws","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46526939758742,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0462\/1752\/7446\/files\/CreativeRecess-IG.jpg?v=1786563875","url":"https:\/\/mamahawkdraws.com\/products\/creative-recess","provider":"Mama Hawk Draws","version":"1.0","type":"link"}