Private Art Lesson With Award Winning Nyc Artist Laura Baran
"Arts & Dreams was very therapeutic and fun. We tin always use a heave and reminder that we are unique, beautiful and worth information technology." Danielle R., Educatee, Brooklyn Higher, NY
"Wow! I think the Arts & Dreams feel was worthwhile for both me and my students. I desire to thank you for a wonderful break from the usual school routine, and for the opportunity for the students to learn strategies (slow purposeful breathing, speaking affirmations, and painting) to relieve stress and to aid them in becoming their own best friends. I think you both are awesome, and I applaud yous for the work you are doing! With Gratitude,"
Sandra DeMarco , Grade five Teacher
Divine Mercy Catholic Academy, Queens, NY
"Arts & Dreams is a wonderful programme and I love seeing the students express themselves in such positive ways. Give thanks you Laura, Patricia, and Zyambo for coming in and working with our kids. We should practice more of these."
Stephen Wilder
Principal, Passages University, Bronx, NY
"Arts & Dreams rocked!! Please bring them back!"
"I would dear to see Arts & Dreams for the teachers also."
"I truly think Arts & Dreams is bully for the kids."
Bronx Hope Social Workers and Reading Specialist
Passages University, Bronx, NY
"I loved Arts & Dreams because I had fun painting and using my imagination."
Student, Passages Academy, Bronx, NY
"Things like this are needed more often!
I would have Arts & Dreams again considering it helps relieve all the stress on paper."
Student, Passages Academy, Bronx, NY
"Beloved Arts & Dreams and need to practice it again, a lot of fun! :)"
Pupil, Passages Academy, Bronx, NY
"Arts & Dreams was a great program. I would like to do this again sometime.
I learned a lot about myself that I did not know about myself."
Student, Passages Academy, Bronx, NY
"A huge thanks to Arts & Dreams -- they taught u.s.a. all how to think positive in small steps and to create cute, meaningful art.
This program addressed the following American Association of School Librarians (AASL) standards: ane.1.2 Use prior and background noesis as context for new learning.
1.three.4 Contribute to the exchange of ideas within the learning customs. 2.1.6 Use the writing process, media and visual literacy, and technology skills to create products that express new understandings. ii.2.iv Demonstrate personal productivity past completing products to express learning. 4.1.8 Employ creative and artistic formats to express personal learning.
Nine students and ane staff filled out evaluations following the plan. 100% of respondents said they were motivated or inspired by the presenters and would use this information in the future."
Anja Kennedy , School Librarian, Passages Academy, Bronx, NY
"Really enjoyed Arts & Dreams. Information technology was very relaxing and stress complimentary. First time painting, I was nervous at the first, but the group of workers made me feel comfortable and confident with myself.
Bang-up piece of work!"
Student, Passages University, Bronx, NY
"I had the best fourth dimension ever at Arts & Dreams. The affirmations were fun to larn about. Hopefully I can get my cousin to do this too. Her birthday is coming up and she loves painting. She also wants to be an creative person. I showed her the picture of mine and she wanted to do at to the lowest degree iii on her walls.
Cheers so much for everything."
Divine Mercy Catholic Academy, Queens, NY
"My favorite part of Arts & Dreams was that I was painting. I felt happy and proud of what I did."
Amanda , Course 6
Divine Mercy Catholic Academy, Queens, NY 
"Arts & Dreams was so healing and filled with joy. And to paint with joy and ease made me experience similar a kid again. This evening's effect was a great reminder on why we shouldn't give up on the earth."
Nikki Walker , Actor
New York, NY
"Our students truly love your workshops."
Ma Lis Wendt, Treasurer,Literacy for Incarcerated Teens, NY
"I had a actually wonderful fourth dimension at Arts & Dreams and I'thousand so glad I came :) I loved the positive energy and mood that was created in the room. I left the workshop feeling awesome! I took so much more than with me than a painting. I hope to see yous once again at an upcoming upshot! Cheers and so much for your loving spirit and all that you give :)"
Christina, New York, NY
"On behalf of NYP Morgan Stanley Children'southward Hospital, thank you so much for bringing your wonderful Arts & Dreams program to not just our patients and families merely our local schoolhouse kids too! I heard nothing but wonderful feedback and would dear to schedule your group to come back in the future!
We are so grateful."
Ana Furnari, Special Events Manager
Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital, NY
"I thought Arts & Dreams was dandy! I was a bit apprehensive that information technology was even applicative for me. I am NOT an artist :-) But when we started talking about making our affirmation paintings, I realized that I had been having doubts most the new career move which I accept recently fabricated. When I drew the words "I am creating a wonderful new career for myself" on my canvas, I realized that I had been trying besides hard....that my new career is exactly what I should be doing, and I need to just relax and let it flow. I left the room feeling more confident in my decision, and less impatient almost expecting immediate outcomes!"
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"I met Patricia when I won an art contest in the 6th course to have my mural painted on my schoolhouse. Patricia was one of the volunteers. We striking it off correct away. If I could sum upwards
Zyambo Phillips , Arts & Dreams Facilitator, Bronx, NY
"Ane of the things I beloved about Arts & Dreams is that it doesn't matter how old you are or how talented you lot are with a paintbrush; anyone can benefit from painting an affirmation that makes you feel expert about yourself. It's an amazing experience sharing your affirmation with friends, family or even strangers. Such a simple human activity of sharing your dreams with others not only brings you lot closer to your authentic cocky, but brings y'all closer to the people effectually you."
Matt Greenish , Arts & Dreams Facilitator, New York, NY
"I am in dearest with your workshops!"
Jessica Clunn, Teacher
The Scandinavian School of Jersey Metropolis, NJ
"Thank you both. And so much beloved was created."
Jade Elias, Director of Programs, Ruddy Claw Initiative
Brooklyn, NY
"Arts & Dreams fabricated me feel alive, uplifted my spirit."
Allen P., Student, Brooklyn College, NY
"The Arts & Dreams workshop was amazing. It'south great to see two women and then powerful, beautiful & smart helping others understand and realize their worth."
Amanda V., Student, Brooklyn Collge, NY
"I dearest this workshop. I wait everyone to come out to at least one of these Arts & Dreams events. It will make a difference in your life."
Michelle R., Student, Brooklyn Higher, NY
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