It’s all about Art and Healing: Conferences, Artist Talks & Exhibition
I am a passionate person and some of the things that I am passionate about include:
- Family
- Creativity
- Healing
There are some exciting events coming up that bring together my passions and I would love to share them with you.
FEBRUARY 2014
“The Quiet Rebuild” Exhibition
February 1-28, 2014 – Friday, February 7, 2013, 6 – 10 p.m.
Art Central, 100 – 7th Avenue S.W. Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Fridays, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. & Saturdays, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
OR by appointment, 780-499-4311
Exhibition description:
Award winning photographer Alexis Marie Chute has created a series of provocative images of individuals in their time of healing following hardship. The portraits are symbolic of the regrowth of a forest after wildfire. As new growth finds its way through ash and ember, so too must individuals rebuild their lives after personal devastation. Alexis Marie compassionately exposes private struggle with skill and artistry in these large black and white photographs.
Preview the Show by clicking here.
You are invited!
The Stories behind the Portraits of The Quiet Rebuild
Art Central, 100 – 7th Avenue S.W. Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Saturday, February 15, 2013, 11 a.m.
Join Alexis Marie Chute as she shares the harrowing yet inspiring stories of her volunteer models. From infidelity, heart attack and loss, her portraits tell tales of resiliency to overcome any obstacle. Alexis Marie will also reveal her own experience which was the impetus behind it all.
You are invited!
Healing through Creative Arts
Art Central, 100 – 7th Avenue S.W. Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Saturday, February 22, 2014, 11 a.m.
After the death of her son, Alexis Marie Chute realized that photography, art and writing were powerful tools to express grief. Join Alexis Marie as she discusses creative personal expression and ways that photography can be used to find healing and self-fulfillment. Examples of photographic image making will be presented.
You are invited!
JULY 2014
The Compassionate Friends USA, National Conference, Chicago, Illinois, July 11-13, 2014
Conference Session: Healing through Visual Art
Grieving emotions are often difficult to understand yet visual art is a powerful tool that can unlock the path to healing. A bereaved person can find release for their pain by being creative, thereby clearing their hearts and minds and becoming open, forgiving and joyful as they embrace and move forward with their loss.
Alexis Marie Chute, professional artist, photographer and writer, will share her own journey of finding healing after the death of her son. Alexis Marie will give examples of techniques the participants can try including the use of symbolism, the meaning of color, and the benefit of creative-play. The goal will be self-expression and self-exploration. Artistic mediums and their benefits will be presented, such as painting, sculpture, collage and photography. Creating in a judgment-free atmosphere of acceptance will be emphasized. Participants will leave with practical ideas and projects to do at home.
Want to bring my sessions or artist talks to your support group, hospital or conference? Please email me: info@alexismariechute.com
I also teach a session called Healing through the Written Word.