Introduction to Therapeutic Art: Model Building
Class Description
Join us to practice mindfulness through creative model building with miniatures.
Learn to calm a busy mind by focusing on a small world of your own creation. This class introduces the fundamentals of building plastic model kits of your choice, such as cars, ships, airplanes, or characters, using techniques including sanding, painting, and gluing.
Beginners are welcome, and first-time participants are encouraged to choose a beginner-friendly kit.
Depending on the complexity of the kit and individual interest, participants may attend a single session
Price
This class is included with Museum admission.
Dates & Times
This class meets on Saturdays starting March 7th through March 21st from 10 am
Materials Required
All materials are included.
About the Instructor - Sumin Kim
Sumin Kim (she/her), MA, LAPC, ATR is an Erie-based award-winning artist, associate therapist, and certified art therapist, who has been recognized for her community outreach, including pioneering art therapy programs across multiple community settings and sharing professional work at various conferences. Sumin’s passion is to promote community wellbeing and belonging through creative expression. Her approach integrates mindfulness, playfulness, and reflection to help participants reconnect with themselves and others through art. As an artist, Sumin creates toys to promote dialogue and build stronger communities.
About the Instructor - Jacob Selbe
Selbe has over 20 years of experience building model airplanes and miniatures. As a professionalin the medical field, he has long used model building as a personal form of self-care and stress management.