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Suzanne Thomson is a ceramic artist, registered psychotherapist, and art therapist with 30 years of experience integrating these practices to facilitate healing, community building, and social transformation work. As a practitioner of Zen Buddhism with training in contemplative arts, sensorimotor psychotherapy, narrative therapy, and trauma-informed approaches, she offers psychotherapy, clinical supervision, and teaches at the Toronto Art Therapy Institute and the University of Toronto. Transformation by Fire: Women Overcoming Violence Through Clay, a 10-year retrospective at the Gardiner Museum facilitated by Suzanne, won the 2013 OMA Award of Excellence in Exhibitions. It is a direct reflection of her deep commitment to working collaboratively to address social justice issues through the arts.
We will engage in the simple physical practice of breath using clay. This workshop is open to adults and families.
We will engage in the simple physical practice of breath using clay. This workshop is open to adults and families....
Instructor: Suzanne Thomson