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ABOUT TALIA
I've experienced the profound impact that nature and creativity can have on our wellbeing. Even a simple walk in the park or a moment of artistic expression can do wonders for our bodies and minds. However, I've noticed that an ongoing practice of creatively connecting with nature can generate a deep sense of peace, enabling us to handle life's inevitable stressors with more grace and ease. In my practice, I use a range of media - paint, paper collage, photo, video, writing - to document and engage with the beauty of the natural world. I'm fortunate to live near a variety of natural environments, but I firmly believe that nature's beauty can be found anywhere... from the clouds above to the resilient weeds pushing through concrete below. It's my hope that those who view my work feel the serenity I experience while creating it. Find me on Instagram, work with me, explore my writing & other projects, and subscribe for updates about my work and future events. |
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CREDENTIALS
Doctoral Coursework, Depth Psychology | Pacifica Graduate Institute, Carpinteria, CA. MA, Women's Studies: Spirituality & Psychology | New College of California, SF, CA. BA, Feminist Studies | University of California, Santa Barbara, CA. Certificate, Expressive Arts Facilitation | Creative Juices Arts, Oakland, CA. Certificate, Co-Active Coaching | Co-Active Training Institute, San Rafael, CA. Certificate, Ontological Coaching | Ontoco, Santa Cruz, CA. Certificate, Health Education | Women's Community Clinic, San Francisco, CA. Certificate, Peer Counseling | Exhale, Oakland, CA. Certificate, Domestic Violence Counseling | CORA, San Mateo, CA. |
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WHAT PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING:
"Wonderful time spent in a spectacular place with interesting, creative people! Thank you!" "This was a wonderful event." "Thank you for this event, it was my dirt church on this beautiful Sunday." "This was a very creative event! |
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PAST EVENTS
2023: September First Friday at the WAV, Working Artists Ventura.
2023: Creative Nature Connection at Ventura Botanical Gardens. 2023: Creative Nature Connection at Conejo Valley Botanic Garden. 2023: Creative Nature Connection at Oak Canyon Community Park. 2022: Connect & Collaborate 2 at Shoebox Projects Los Angeles. 2021: Holiday Boutique, 91301 A Cultural Experience. 2021: The Art Gallery Series Highlighting CommUNITY. 2019: 2020 Vision Board Workshop, CReATE Studio. 2015: Full Moon Artshops, CReATE Studio & Creative Juices Arts. 2014: Full Moon Artshops, CReATE Studio & Creative Juices Arts. |
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RESEARCH & RESOURCES: NATURE, CREATIVITY, & WELLBEING
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NATURE & WELLBEING
"Over 100 studies have shown that being in nature, living near nature, or even viewing nature in paintings or videos can have positive impacts on our brains, bodies, feelings, thought processes, and social interactions. In particular, viewing nature seems to be inherently rewarding, producing a cascade of positive emotions and calming our nervous systems. These in turn help us to cultivate greater openness, creativity, connection, generosity, and resilience." More about how nature benefits our wellbeing, health, and relationships. The Nature Fix book: "We don't experience natural environments enough to realize how restored they can make us feel, nor are we aware that studies also show they make us healthier, more creative, more empathetic, and more apt to engage with the world and with each other. Nature, it turns out, is good for civilization." - from The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative by Florence Williams.
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CREATIVITY & WELLBEING
"The arts are transformational and engage our hearts, minds, and souls and elevate our empathy, compassion, and connection. Creative expression has the power to improve well-being by helping us understand ourselves and shifting perspectives that reinforce positive behaviors. Physiologically, making art has powerful effects on our bodies: reducing blood pressure, bolstering our immune system, improving brain cognition, and fighting inflammation." More about the benefits of creating art. Neuroarts is the transdisciplinary study of how the arts and aesthetic experiences measurably change the body, brain, and behavior and how this knowledge is translated into specific practices that advance health and wellbeing. It's the place where a growing body of research-based knowledge about how the brain and body respond to the experience of art is stored. And it's the springboard for interventions and programs that translate that knowledge into practice in clinics, homes, workplaces, and communities, all in service to individual and collective well-being. More about the newly named field of Neuroarts.
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TESTIMONIALS
Talia has a natural gift for facilitating personal growth in others. The first thing you would notice is her calm, gentle style that allows you plenty of room to figure things out in your own way. She is a creative facilitator who develops programs that engage both the heart and the mind. I have seen her handle emotionally intense situations with a strong, caring presence that provides support and emotional safety to the group. I have and will recommend her as a facilitator. - Elizabeth B. Talia is a beautiful soul with a quiet strength. She calmly creates the space for transformation. Nothing ruffles her feathers and she is able to adapt to needs as they arise. You feel safe and cared for with Talia. - Linda B. Talia created such a supportive and loving space, it was amazing. - Martha D. Talia is deeply creative and has a grounded presence, which emanates an element of safety to any group. - Jamie V. Talia, thank you so much for the amazing ritual that you created for me. I was so moved by the experience. You have helped create memories that I will cherish for the rest of my life, and for that I thank you deeply. - Ben G. |
Talia is wise beyond her years and she shares her deep wisdom with others through her creativity, compassion, and innate ability to connect with people on a soul level. Her depth, sensitivity, insights, and strong ability to create sacred spaces are just a few of the traits that make Talia a powerful leader and teacher. She pays close attention and provides safety and stability while playfully guiding others through the creative process. Talia's connection to heart is compelling and magnetic. I love her gentle yet strong leadership style that invokes a feeling of safety which paves the way for exploration and expansion. - Beverly K. Talia, I felt that you were so in control, calm, and grounded. You remind me that simplicity is best. You really care about me and your intuitions are always good in response to the needs and reactions of the group. - Marie-Line B. Talia is a compassionate, grounded, heartfelt, warm, and loving facilitator. - Eliza C. Talia: quiet strength, seer, listener, ritual maker, shrine creatrix, diviner. - Liz B. Talia, thank you for sharing your extraordinary gift with us. - Carly M. |
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