Spring 2026 - Introduction to Therapeutic Art: Mixed Media
Class Description
The Erie Art Museum is excited to host this Therapeutic Art Program, designed and facilitated by Sumin Kim, BFA, MA, LAPC, ATR (she/her). This four-week class invites participants to explore self-awareness, empathy, and joy through expressive artmaking in a supportive, judgment-free environment. No prior art experience is needed. Participants will:
Use art for mindfulness and emotional well-being
Reflect on personal identity and positive memories
Learn about differing perspectives through creative collaboration
Cultivate self-compassion and kindness
Discuss and learn about wellness
Bring home reflective artworks that are personally meaningful
Week 1 – Who Am I? How Do Others See Me?
Explore self-image and perception through reflective collage or mixed media artmaking.
Week 2 – My Happy Memory Frame
Create a personalized photo frame inspired by memories that bring joy and motivation.
Week 3 – Paint Swapping
Learn about differing perspectives through a fun, collaborative painting activity.
Week 4 – Kindness Stone
Decorate stones with words or images of compassion to keep as a gentle reminder and to close the series.
Price
This class is operating on a sliding scale. You may purchase the class at a rate you feel financially comfortable with, up to the maximum class cost of $125. All students will receive the same instruction regardless of payment.
Use the checkout process as-is to pay the full $125 for the class. To adjust the price during checkout, please enter the desired price in the promo code box in a multiple of 25, between $25 and $100, using the format MEDIA##. For example, to pay $75, enter MEDIA75 into the promo code box. Please reach out to us if you need assistance.
Available promo codes
MEDIA25
MEDIA50
MEDIA75
MEDIA100
Please only register 1 student per transaction if using discounts.
Dates & Times
Two different sessions are available for this class.
Session 1: Thursdays March 5th—26th, 12 – 2 pm
March 5th
March 12th
March 19th
March 26th
Session 2: Wednesdays May 6th—27th, 6 – 8 pm
May 6th
May 13th
May 20th
May 27th
Materials Required
All materials are included.
Class Description
The Erie Art Museum is excited to host this Therapeutic Art Program, designed and facilitated by Sumin Kim, BFA, MA, LAPC, ATR (she/her). This four-week class invites participants to explore self-awareness, empathy, and joy through expressive artmaking in a supportive, judgment-free environment. No prior art experience is needed. Participants will:
Use art for mindfulness and emotional well-being
Reflect on personal identity and positive memories
Learn about differing perspectives through creative collaboration
Cultivate self-compassion and kindness
Discuss and learn about wellness
Bring home reflective artworks that are personally meaningful
Week 1 – Who Am I? How Do Others See Me?
Explore self-image and perception through reflective collage or mixed media artmaking.
Week 2 – My Happy Memory Frame
Create a personalized photo frame inspired by memories that bring joy and motivation.
Week 3 – Paint Swapping
Learn about differing perspectives through a fun, collaborative painting activity.
Week 4 – Kindness Stone
Decorate stones with words or images of compassion to keep as a gentle reminder and to close the series.
Price
This class is operating on a sliding scale. You may purchase the class at a rate you feel financially comfortable with, up to the maximum class cost of $125. All students will receive the same instruction regardless of payment.
Use the checkout process as-is to pay the full $125 for the class. To adjust the price during checkout, please enter the desired price in the promo code box in a multiple of 25, between $25 and $100, using the format MEDIA##. For example, to pay $75, enter MEDIA75 into the promo code box. Please reach out to us if you need assistance.
Available promo codes
MEDIA25
MEDIA50
MEDIA75
MEDIA100
Please only register 1 student per transaction if using discounts.
Dates & Times
Two different sessions are available for this class.
Session 1: Thursdays March 5th—26th, 12 – 2 pm
March 5th
March 12th
March 19th
March 26th
Session 2: Wednesdays May 6th—27th, 6 – 8 pm
May 6th
May 13th
May 20th
May 27th
Materials Required
All materials are included.