Observation allows us to reframe our experiences in ways that can be meaningful, comforting and empowering. In this mashup workshop of writing and painting, you’ll learn to capture joyful moments in your life and preserve them in words on paper and emotions on canvas. The vibe is relaxed, super supportive and full of camaraderie. No experience necessary!

Fee includes all supplies

Instructors:

Iyna Bort Caruso is a New York Emmy Award-winning writer. Her articles and essays have been published in The New York Times, Newsday, Christian Science Monitor, Wall Street Journal, Saturday Evening Post, History Channel Magazine and several in-flight publications. Iyna has developed and led writing workshops for nonprofits, universities and professional associations. She has also performed her personal essays as part of the traveling reading series, Living Out Loud: Writers Riff on Love, Sweat and Fears. More information at iynacaruso.com.

Susan Gatti is a multi-disciplinary artist whose work includes oil and acrylic paintings, filmmaking and figure sculpting. Her paintings capture native New York environments ranging from Long Island beaches and parks to the hustle of New York City. Susan also conducts painting classes in oil and acrylics at BACCA (Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts) and holds workshops in plein air and at the Firefly Gallery. For more information, please visit SusanGatti.com