Join Nadine Mazzola, Expressive Arts Teacher, Certified Forest Therapy Guide and Somatic Educator, as she guides you step-by-step through creating a series of watercolor washes exploring water and skies, and letting your unique creative flow emerge in its own way! Exploring themes inspired by nature, connect to your own belonging and the larger web of interbeing. We will weave these themes together using watercolor and a combination of friendly, playful and imaginative materials. All materials are provided and no experience necessary for this class.

Instructor: Nadine Mazzola

Nadine is an award winning author of the Certified Forest Therapy Guide and founder/director of New England Nature and Forest Therapy Consulting based in Massachusetts. She is also a trainer, mentor and advisor for the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT). Nadine's training includes special knowledge in guiding people of all ages in Shinrin-Yoku, "Forest Bathing," walks and the body of scientific knowledge demonstrating the benefits of spending time in nature as a wellness practice and an effective way to manage stress. She has come to know the healing and support that nature can offer us through her own personal wellness journey.

Also an artist, she facilitates Expressive Arts classes at the Virginia Thurston Healing Garden, often incorporating elements of forest therapy throughout. She works with a wide variety of populations including the corporate business world, wellness professionals, people affected by cancer, students, special needs and seniors. Nadine is available for consulting, private or group forest bathing half-day and full-day workshops, and speaking engagements.

$60 Member; $75 Non-Member (Admission to the Garden is included)

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Construction Update: Beginning in October 2023, renovations & construction will be taking place in and around the Visitor Center. While every effort will be made to minimize the impact to our programs, there may be some noise, dust, or other disruptions.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Registrar at registrar@nebg.org.