GROUP WORKSHOPs

A Little Piece of Me is a relaxed art therapy social gathering for mums, dads and their little ones to slow down, create and connect.

 

Through a gently guided collage experience, parents are invited to explore identity, creativity and the many changes that come with parenthood, while little ones are free to play nearby.

 

There is no pressure to make anything perfect or even finish your artwork. Come as you are, enjoy a cuppa, meet other parents and take a little time to reconnect with the person you are alongside being a parent.

 

No art experience is needed. All collage materials are provided, and babies and little ones are warmly welcome.

 

Saturday 14 November 2026 | 4–6pm
Minori Cafe, Camberwell

 

Come for the collage, stay for the connection.

 

Photography & Documentation Notice

Please note that this workshop will be documented through photography and short video recordings for Art Tearapy’s promotional, educational and social media purposes. As children will be present, we take privacy and consent seriously. Parents and caregivers will be asked for consent before identifiable images of themselves or their children are used. You are very welcome to attend without being photographed or filmed. Please let the facilitator know if you would prefer not to be included.

The Creative Arts Therapy Gathering 2026 🌿

 

Saturday 5 December 2026
Circle of Trees – Edinburgh Gardens, Fitzroy North
Brought together by Art Tearapy

Art • Movement • Music • Tea • Connection

 

What happens when we step away from the conference room, gather beneath the trees and experience creativity together?

 

The Creative Arts Therapy Gathering 2026 is a grassroots outdoor gathering celebrating the many ways creativity can support expression, connection, reflection and wellbeing.

 

Rather than a traditional conference filled with presentations and panels, this is an invitation to participate, experience and connect.

 

Throughout the day, The Circle of Trees – Edinburgh Gardens will become a meeting place for creative arts therapists, artists, counsellors, students, educators, wellbeing practitioners and members of the wider community.

 

You might find yourself sitting on a picnic rug making a collage, joining a movement practice beneath the trees, experimenting with art materials, listening to music, sharing a cup of tea, participating in a mindfulness practice or simply having a meaningful conversation with someone you’ve just met.

 

There is no expectation to be “good at art”.

You don’t need to be an artist or therapist.

You simply need to be curious.

 

🌿 What to expect

 

The Gathering will feature a changing program of experiential creative offerings facilitated by practitioners from across the creative arts and wellbeing community.

 

Depending on our final program, the day may include experiences across visual art and art therapy, collage, movement and embodiment, music and sound, creative writing, mindfulness and meditation, nature-based practices, tea and contemplative practices, collaborative art-making and other creative modalities.

 

There will also be plenty of space to simply rest, picnic, make art, meet people and enjoy being outdoors.

 

This is a relaxed, BYO-style gathering. We invite you to bring:

• A yoga mat for movement, meditation and resting
• A picnic lunch and plenty of water
• A picnic rug, cushion or anything else that helps you feel comfortable
• Your favourite art materials — a sketchbook, journal, pencils, paints, collage materials or whatever you enjoy creating with
• Sun protection and weather-appropriate clothing
• And, most importantly, your curiosity and willingness to connect

 

Some shared creative materials will also be available throughout the day.

 

Stay for an activity, spend a few hours with us or settle in for the whole day.

 

🎨 Who is this gathering for?

 

Everyone is welcome.

You might be a creative arts therapist wanting to connect with the broader community.

You might be studying art therapy, counselling, psychology, social work, education or another helping profession.

You might be an artist, musician, movement practitioner, educator or community worker.

Or perhaps you’re simply someone who knows that making things, moving your body, being outdoors and connecting with other humans can be good for us.

The Gathering is an opportunity to encounter different creative practices in an informal and welcoming environment.

 

🌱 Why a gathering?

 

Creative arts therapies are often experienced behind the closed doors of therapy rooms, schools, hospitals and community organisations.

But creativity itself belongs to everyone.

The intention behind this Gathering is to create a space where creative and embodied practices can be experienced in community, not only talked about.

A place where practitioners from different disciplines can meet one another.

Where students can discover possibilities.

Where the public can experience creative practices without needing to know anything about creative arts therapy beforehand.

And where we can remember something very simple:

Humans have always made art, moved, sung, danced, told stories, gathered around food and shared rituals together.

Sometimes wellbeing begins with having a place to belong.

 

☀️ A grassroots gathering

 

This is the first Creative Arts Therapy Gathering, and we’re intentionally starting small.

It won’t be a highly produced wellness festival or a formal professional conference.

Think picnic rugs, yoga mats, trees, art materials, conversations, movement, music, cups of tea and people sharing what they love with one another.

 

We hope it feels generous, playful, curious and human.

Come with friends.

Come with family.

Come by yourself and meet someone new.

Participate in everything or simply find a comfortable place beneath a tree and take in the atmosphere.

 

🤲 Want to contribute?

 

We’re also inviting expressions of interest from creative arts therapists, artists, students, facilitators, community practitioners and volunteers who would like to help bring the Gathering to life.

 

If you feel drawn to facilitate a creative experience, share a practice, volunteer or contribute in another way, we’d love to hear from you.

 

Please fill in this form if you would like to be involved.

https://forms.gle/PkpcMKfG7rzQQ3gCA

 

The Creative Arts Therapy Gathering is a community wellbeing and creative participation event. While some activities may be facilitated by qualified creative arts therapists or other health and wellbeing practitioners, participation in the Gathering does not constitute individual or group therapy and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. Photos and Videos will be taken from promotional and recording purposes, please inform the organising committee if you do not wish to be in any photos or videos.

 

Date / Time: UPON BOOKING ONLY

Location: Hawthorn, Footscray, Kuala Lumpur or ONLINE – Zoom

An Experiential Journey into the Healing Power of Creativity

Are you curious about the field of Creative Arts Therapy and what it means to use art as a tool for healing and transformation? Whether you’re exploring a potential career path or seeking new ways to nurture your own well-being, this Introduction to Creative Arts Therapy Workshop is a welcoming gateway into a profound and evolving field that sits at the intersection of art, psychology, and community care.

Facilitated by Su Mei Tan, a practicing art therapist, yoga therapist, and founder of Art Tearapy, this immersive workshop will offer you both an intellectual and embodied understanding of Creative Arts Therapy. You’ll learn about its history, foundational theories, ethics, and approaches across diverse modalities—while also engaging directly in therapeutic art-making experiences designed to deepen your self-awareness, spark insight, and support emotional regulation.

In this 2-hour session, you will:

• Explore the core principles and practices of Creative Arts Therapy across various disciplines (visual arts, movement, storytelling, sound, and more)

• Participate in guided art-making exercises that support self-reflection, emotional expression, and creative exploration

• Discover how the creative process can bypass the limitations of language to access deeper layers of the psyche and body

• Learn how Creative Arts Therapists support individuals and groups across a range of settings, including mental health, education, community health, disability, aged care, and trauma recovery

• Reflect on your own experiences and insights in a safe, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed environment

• Gain clarity about career pathways, training options, and practical considerations if you’re considering becoming a creative arts therapist

Whether you come from a background in the arts, health, education, or social work—or simply feel called to explore how creativity can support healing—this workshop will provide a nurturing and inspiring space to begin your journey.

You do not need to be “an artist” to attend. In Creative Arts Therapy, the focus is not on the final product, but on the process—on what is expressed, felt, and witnessed. All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary.

Facilitator: Su Mei Tan
Founder of Art Tearapy | Art Therapist (ANZACATA Board of Directors) | Yoga Therapist | 
Su Mei brings a deeply intuitive and culturally attuned approach to therapeutic work, with a particular focus on trauma-informed care, ancestral healing, and embodied creativity. She has supported individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds, including migrants, refugees, First Nations people, and community leaders in transition.