"Be prepared to amaze yourself. Even the most creatively challenged will come away with a
belief in their ability to create something of beauty and meaning."
Bette Emery, Social Worker
"I had never painted before and wasn't keen on the idea. However, a group I belonged to
decided to do a workshop with Summer, so I went. Summer used a combination of giving permission
to do things my way and encouraging me to move beyond my comfort zone. She remained in the
background while offering support at crucial points in the process. I felt emotionally safe.
As I eased into trusting the movement of the paintbrush a sensation of warmth spread through
my chest on the left side. Then heat flowed up into my shoulder and down my arm. It poured out
my fingertips onto the canvas. Fiery anger that I had carried for most of my life released
into my brush. The emotion was intense but it moved through me quickly. I felt lighter, freer
and more playful. Painting brought about a significant breakthrough in the healing of an
inflamed rotator cuff and frozen shoulder."
Peggy Voth, Counsellor - Calgary
"I have been to three of Summer's classes because I love her approach - she makes it so easy
to be creative. I learned that I really can paint from my imagination! It was one of the most
freeing and exciting things I have ever done. I can paint from my heart now and not feel the
restrictions I had before. I also learned a dialogue technique to use with my painting that
taught me so much about my own spiritual journey and direction."
Pam Junck - Reiki Practioner - Sherwood Park
"I had wanted to work on canvas for a long time but had been apprehensive about it. Summer's
teaching technique opened endless creative possibilities for me as I felt I had permission
to play and explore. The process of painting deepened the process of opening and getting
to know myself."
Gillian Watson - Sherwood Park
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