Empowering Sisters through Art was a collaboration with Oak and Acorns in Harmony, a Community interest company based in the London borough of Lewisham, offering support and activities to families and children of African decent who live in the borough. These workshops were part of their Empowering Sisters Circle.

Empowering Sisters through Art highlighted the importance of girls and women prioritising their well-being and cultivating a sense of self-love and self-compassion as they navigate the complexities of the world around them. Visual art offers a unique avenue for this journey of self-discovery and self-care, providing a means to express, explore, and learn.

This Project was designed to nurture the well-being of women and girls aged 12+ allowing them to experience the therapeutic power of art and creativity and explore how visual art can serve as a powerful tool for self-care allowing individuals to explore their emotions, unleash their creativity, and connect with their inner selves.

I had the privilege’s of facilitating a series of of enriching workshops that offered a safe space for connection, sharing, and learning, giving participants the opportunity to engage in activities that promote self-care, self-expression, and personal growth.

Through meaningful conversation and explorations of intuitive movement, sketchbook creation, drawing, painting, printmaking, and clay work, participants have been able to express themselves in a playful, mindful, and intuitive way. These workshops fostered a sense of connection with oneself and other group members, allowing participants to tap into their unique creativity and quiet inner voices.

In our sessions, there are no paint-by-numbers, no judgment, and no expectations—only the freedom to create authentically. The resulting artworks are truly reflective of our members’ diverse imaginations and experiences. participants were encouraged to take time for themselves, to quiet their minds, and to listen to their intuition. Through the process of creating art, they found moments of peace, joy, and reflection, providing a much-needed respite from the challenges of daily life.

Empowering Sisters through Art, allowed participants have not only built artistic skills and knowledge but have also gained confidence and nurtured their creativity. Each workshop has been a celebration of individual expression and collective empowerment, enriching the lives of all who participate.

Explore how the beauty of art can be used as a tool for empowerment, self-expression and a colorful and inspiring journey of Oaks and Acorns’ Empowering Sister Circle.