Category Archives: Workshops

Earth Element: A Time of Abundance

Posted on September 3, 2018 by Joan Conway

Once again, I share in the explorations of the Five Element Theory with acupuncturist  Cheri Reidy.  I learn that late summer is the Earth element, a time to harvest the abundance of what is provided. The Earth element is closely … Continue reading →

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Deep Winter: A Time for Dreaming

Posted on December 23, 2017 by Joan Conway

Several years ago I created an art piece to acknowledge the letting go of a dear friend. This work has since expanded to take on the deeper mysteries of our cycles within the earth. It has come to represent the … Continue reading →

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January Journaling: Bring in the Light

Posted on January 2, 2017 by Joan Conway

As I begin the New Year with setting intentions of how to be more fully engaged with my life, I appreciate more and more how the practice of keeping a journal has supported me. It has been a constant thread, starting in my teen … Continue reading →

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Aging’s Fragile Quilt

Posted on August 30, 2016 by Joan Conway

I just brought home my Paper Quilt that hung in The Terrace Art Gallery’s Member’s Show for the month of August. This project began in the spring during a workshop I led on paper making. It was inspired by a … Continue reading →

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A Conversation: exploring in relationship

Posted on May 29, 2016 by Joan Conway

Magnetic poetry was the warming up exercise. ‘Think of it as getting the imagination flowing, just like stretching before a run or throwing the ball around close to a game,” I explained to the group of Grade 9 students, newly … Continue reading →

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Planting Seeds

Posted on April 3, 2016 by Joan Conway

What a joyous spring experience I had over the March break, thanks to the Terrace Public Library as well as to the Art Gallery, for inviting me to teach  a group of curious 9-11 year olds on how to make seed … Continue reading →

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Deepening into my vision

Posted on February 1, 2015 by Joan Conway

In June of 2012 when I chose the name for my studio, I recognized that words have power, that words could embrace my vision and if I was clear, I could make it a reality. I chose Green Blossom because … Continue reading →

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“Creativity is contagious, pass it on” – Albert Einstein

Posted on November 21, 2014 by Joan Conway

There is something about a book in hand, especially one that you have built, that is hugely satisfying. It is therefore not surprising at the amount of  pleasure I feel at the end of a workshop. As I watch someone … Continue reading →

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Book Making Workshops

Posted on October 7, 2014 by Joan Conway

Whether it be reading, writing or creating, I love everything about books. Making a personal journal is one expression of this and so I am really looking forward to offering several workshops this fall to share this passion. In these … Continue reading →

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A Day with Our Mothers

Posted on May 31, 2014 by Joan Conway

What an honour to share the day with these wonderful women.  As we worked and spoke   of our mothers, I cannot help but reflect how our stories are unique and yet somehow all connected. This exploration draws us together in … Continue reading →

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