Restore + Explore: Reflective Writing and Intuitive Collage

Join us in the Desert Garden as we observe the delicate, intricate patterns found in succulents, cacti, and other resilient plants. Drawing inspiration from this natural artistry, we’ll experience a watercolor meditation inspired by tree rings, then engage with creative writing prompts and collage, honoring the beauty and strength of the natural world. As Lao Tzu reminds us, “Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.” Together, we’ll attune to the earth’s steady rhythm for clarity and direction.

Join us on an adventure to the Children’s Garden, where a sense of wonder invites us to reconnect with the playful parts of ourselves. Inspired by this whimsical space, we’ll create a collage and engage with journaling prompts and creative exercises that awaken curiosity and delight. We’ll explore fresh perspectives that will uplift and inspire us—a reminder, as Carl Jung said, that true creativity is born of play.

Take a peaceful walk with us through the Chinese Garden, whose beauty offers an invitation to connect with our emotions. Through imaginative journaling, we’ll find fresh ways to express our inner selves. Back in the classroom, we’ll create collages that give shape to these reflections, using images and additional reflective writing to celebrate our inner landscapes.

Venture into the beauty of the Jungle Garden, where nature's raw creativity flourishes. Surrounded by tangled vines, vibrant blooms, and lush undergrowth, we'll explore imaginative writing prompts that invite us to explore the uncharted territory of our own stories. Returning to the classroom, we'll work with the metaphor of the jungle itself as we create collages through the act of tearing rather than cutting. Like the jungle garden where beauty emerges from unexpected places, our torn collages will reveal hidden wisdom.