CALMING THE CHAOS: STUDIO SESSIONS
A place for a calm creative pause in a judgement-free zone.
A place to relax.
Where process and exploration are paramount
and imperfections are celebrated.
What are Studio Sessions?
Calming the Chaos Studio Sessions are small-group, in-studio art experiences rooted in mindfulness, creative exploration, and personal expression.
Each session offers a calm, welcoming space where you’re invited to slow down, work with thoughtfully chosen materials, and explore mark-making, layering, and intuitive art — without rules, outcomes, or judgment.
These sessions are not about making “perfect” art. They’re about process, presence, and permission.
- You’ll work with a limited, calming palette and curated tools (so it’s hard to “mess up”).
- You’ll get optional prompts (so you’re never stuck).
- You’ll be guided to keep things simple, layered, and forgiving.
Who this is for ?
Studio Sessions are designed for:
- Adults who crave creative time but feel overwhelmed, blocked, or out of practice
- Beginners who feel intimidated by traditional art classes
- Experienced creatives seeking a more intuitive, restorative approach
- Anyone longing for a pause — a quiet hour to breathe, reflect, and create
If you’ve ever said “I’m not an artist” or “I just want to relax and make something for myself,” you’re in the right place.
This might not be for you if:
- You only want a strict, step-by-step replicate-the-teacher painting
- You want heavy critique or portfolio review
- You’re looking for clinical therapy (this is creative wellness, not treatment)
The Studio Session Flow (1.5 hours)
Each Studio Session is intentionally slow-paced and supportive, with gentle guidance throughout.
You can expect:
- 15 min — Arrive + Ground: intention, gentle nervous-system settle, quick demo
- 60 min — Create: optional prompts, quiet music, coaching if you want it
- 15 min — Close: reflection + optional share, how to take calm home
You’ll leave with a finished piece — but more importantly, with a calmer nervous system and a renewed connection to your creativity.
What Calming the Chaos is (and isn't)
What it IS
- A creative reset for busy minds
- A guided process that helps you get out of your head and into your hands
- A class where you can be a beginner and still feel proud of what you make
What it ISN’T
- Not a paint-and-sip party vibe
- Not a rigorous technique-only course (though you will learn along the way)
- Not therapy or a substitute for mental health care
Materials
All materials are thoughtfully selected to encourage exploration and ease. I choose materials that are forgiving, tactile, and calming - so the process feels safe even if you haven't made art in years!
Depending on the session, you may work with:
- High quality , low-stress tools.
- Watercolors & acrylics
- Ink, charcoal, graphite, and oil pastels
- Mixed media papers & textured surfaces
- Simple mark-making tools
Everything is provided — just arrive as you are.
Session Details
- Location: Erin Leigh Studios, Hampden MA and selected partner locations
- Skill level: true beginner-friendly (no experience needed)
- What to bring: nothing - everything provided
Why "Calming the Chaos" ?
Repetitive mark-making, gentle focus, and tactile materials naturally shift your attention away from mental noise and into the present moment. These sessions are rooted in the belief that creativity can be a form of grounding — a way to process, release, and restore.
In a fast, noisy world, Studio Sessions offer:
- A pause from constant stimulation
- A return to tactile, hands-on making
- A space to reconnect with intuition and self-expression
This is art as a practice of presence.
A Note from Erin
Calming the Chaos Studio Sessions were created as an invitation — to slow down, let go of expectations, and rediscover the quiet joy of creating.
You don’t need to be “good at art.”
You just need to be willing to show up.
I’d love to welcome you into the studio.
— Erin
Part of the "Calming the Chaos" Collection
Studio Sessions are the introductory experience within Erin Leigh’s Calming the Chaos body of work — designed to help you access calm through creative practice.
- Studio Sessions (1.5 hour): your entry point into creative stillness
- The Immersive (Full Day): deeper exploration and renewal (Future)
- The Retreat (4 Days): a soulful art + wellness retreat for women (Future)
- Online Courses (Asynchronous) : learn and create at your own pace (Future)
- Creative Clarity at Work (2-4 hours): Corporate Keynotes and Programs (Future)
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Erin Leigh Studios
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