Soul Strokes: Brush, Sip, Sound and Dip

Welcome to Soul Strokes : Brush, Sip, Sound and Dip!

3 hours of mindful creativity and soul deep nourishing connection - to art, food, sound and others.

Hosted by me, Donnelle at Wilu Sound and Energy : and Vanessa - Contemporary Artist @ Vanessa McKenzie Art.

Friends since 5, we are finally teaming up professionally to host these 3 hours of painting, drinking (non-alcoholic) eating, sound, +/- sunset ocean dip, with a bit of fun in a relaxed atmosphere.

Why come?

Because we know life is busy, with at times, a lot of stress and overstimulation.

We need to make time for ourselves to be mindful, to slow down, because we know the endless benefits this has on our wellbeing...

Benefits of Painting to Wellbeing

Painting is a mindful practice that can help you focus on the present moment. As you notice the colors, shapes, and movement of your brush, you can let go of distractions and enjoy the process without worrying about the final result. Each stroke becomes a chance to pause, breathe, and express what you feel, making painting a calming way to nurture creativity and well-being.

Research suggest that painting and other creative activities, can help lower cortisol levels (our stress hormone) after just 45 minutes.

What is Sound Healing and how can it help Wellbeing

Sound Healing has been present in cultures for thousands of years. The benefits of sound on human cells are scientifically documented (quantum physics) - as much as it is seen an alternate form of healing. Sound healing uses sound wave frequencies to create a process called entrainment. At a cellular level, this incites a synchronistic resonance within them.

Sound offers therefore a deeply restorative way to help to quiet mental chatter, reduce stress, and encourages a meditative state without requiring effort or experience. Many people find it helps support emotional release, improves sleep and general well-being.

By creating space to simply rest and receive, sound healing becomes a gentle yet powerful way to reconnect with yourself and to connect body, mind, soul.

The day includes:

• Under the gentle guidance of Vanessa, you will complete a canvas art to paint and take home with you. There will be a choice to paint either a flower or ocean theme, as you sip gourmet mocktails.

• After the painting, we will stop to enjoy a nourishing grazing platter for afternoon tea and connect with others in relaxed conversation.

• You will then be guided to lie down on mats provided in the Wilu Sound Cabin garden. Beginning with a short 10-minute guided grounding meditation, we will enter into 45-60 minutes of sound healing. Oracle cards also offered afterwards.

• Then if called, we will each travel to the local Quinns Beach where we will have do a sunset dip, weather and conditions permitting. (Even if it is a foot dip, it's a refreshing way to end the day.)

Details :

DATE: Saturday November 14

TIME: 3pm - 6pm (then swim)

WHERE: Quinns Rocks (exact address given on confirmation email)

What to bring?

Arrive in comfortable clothes to lie down in for sound and that you won't mind if you get a little paint on.

Bring swimmers, a towel and warm clothes if going for a swim.

All mats, pillows and eye masks will be provided for sound.

Never been to a group sound session before?

You’re invited to lie down on a mat, pillow, bolster pillow for under knees and eye masks (all supplied.)

I use a mix of instruments including crystal and tibetan bowls, koshi chimes, gong and rainmakers.

Some sounds will resonate with you more than others. You can lie any way you like on the mat and are always invited to remain conscious of yourself and your feelings. Your personal emotional safety is important so at any time if you are uncomfortable or triggered by any sound, you may simply remove yourself or sit up. Please read the contradictions below, any questions please feel free to contact me to discuss.

( **Please note - whilst Sound Healing is primarily a gentle therapy - some conditions are contraindicated . It is not recommended to attend if you are in the first trimester or final weeks of pregnancy. Other conditions included; but are not limited by; cardiac / heart failure, arrhythmias, pacemakers, stents: neurological conditions, shunts, epilepsy; thrombosis; acute mental health disorders such as complex PTSD, Schizophrenia; recent surgery (within past 6 weeks), open wounds. You should always discuss any concerns with your medical practitioner before attending. By purchasing a ticket, you are acknowledging that Sound Healing is a alternative therapy and it is your full responsibility to manage your wellbeing during and after the event**)

Finally, just come with an open heart to receive.

It is going to be such a soul-deep, mindful yet fun way to spend an afternoon...

Can't wait to see you then!

Donnelle and Vanessa x