The TTAP Method Steps 2 , 3 & 5 : Drawing, Painting and Poetry

During one of the TTAP Method Courses, students listened to meditation music and then were instructed to create images out of mixed media provided in the classroom, which included; paints, pipecleaners, magazines, etc. Then the students were asked to write a story, poem or reflective narrative about their creative art piece. This experiential allows the individual to use both right and left brain. The right side of the brain is responsible for creativity, emotions, and drawing. The left side of the brain is responsible for language, writing and words. Utilizing both sides of the brain is proving to be optimal for creating brain-wellness at any age, but eapecially the aging brain!

Lastly, students were given a meditation where they visualize going into a garden and finding their personal "Book of Life" they are asked to notice what color it is, what pictures does it have in it, what memories does this book hold. After the visualization the students are asked to create their own personal book, from the guided imagery.

The final conversation was about how important it is to feel comfortable doing creative work even if you are not an artist, or even creative. If you can be comfortable doing the art you will feel comfortable and confident having others whom you work with do their own personal art expereince.