Soul Portraits: Exploring Your Self Through Art with Hannah Yason

Step into a reflective and creative space with artist and educator Hannah Yason, as you explore the concept of the Soul Portrait - a visual expression of your inner self in the present moment. A Soul Portrait is more than a likeness, it is a way to depict your emotions, energy, and essence, capturing who you are “right now” on a spiritual, emotional, and creative level. It can be abstract or figurative, symbolic or expressive, using colour, shape, texture, and form to reflect your personal truths. Creating a soul portrait encourages self-reflection, introspection, and a deeper connection with your authentic self, allowing you to witness and honour your internal landscape in a tangible, visual form.

Hannah brings decades of experience teaching art across the UK, France, and South Africa, working with learners of all ages and abilities, including those with special educational needs. As a practicing artist and founder of process-based art programs for adults and children, she combines technical skill, psychological insight, and a compassionate, inclusive teaching style. Her background in mindfulness and Shambhala Buddhist art practices, along with professional qualifications in therapeutic and educational applications of the arts, allows her to guide participants safely and creatively through a process of introspection and expression.

During this workshop, you will:

• Begin with a gentle meditation and body scan to connect with your inner landscape
• Engage in guided warm-up sketches exploring shape, texture, and colour as reflections of your current state
• Create a Soul Portrait - abstract, figurative, or a mix - anchored in the Now, expressing your authentic self
• Have the opportunity to share your work and receive supportive feedback in a safe, encouraging space
• Close with a meditation of gratitude, appreciating the shared creative experience

Benefits of participating in this session include:

• Deepening self-awareness through a creative, mindful practice
• Experiencing personal expression in a safe, non-judgmental environment
• Learning techniques to continue exploring your inner self through art at home
• Connecting with the present moment and cultivating calm and focus
• Discovering new ways to integrate art, meditation, and reflection into your personal or professional life
• Exploring and honouring all aspects of yourself, including both light and shadow

No prior art experience is required- just curiosity, openness, and a willingness to explore your inner world through the transformative power of art.

What to bring (if you have them):

• Watercolours, acrylics, or inks, with a few brushes and a water pot
• AND/OR soft pastels, oil pastels, or chalks
• AND OR graphite pencil and eraser, charcoal

If you don’t have any of the above, no worries at all - coloured pencils, crayons, or even just a pencil are absolutely fine! Everyone can join in, whatever materials you have.

Paper & notebooks:

• At least 5–6 sheets of A3 paper (A4 is fine if not)
• AND/OR a sketchbook
• A journal or notebook, if you have one

See you there!

Please note: This workshop will be hosted on Microsoft Teams. RSVP to see the link. Attendee count here may not reflect total participants, as the event is also listed on Eventbrite.