Art & Movement - Arts Council

This year, 2024, we have created a wonderful project backed and funded by The Arts Council, this creation is an invitation to a space where you will feel safe, heard and supported. Themed around the inner seasons of a women's cycle;

You will learn about your inner seasons, and will be able to nurture this knowledge through expressive mediums using art, craft, creativity and movement.

These tools will enable you to express and empower yourself and well as understand your inner seasons of your body and the transformation that you under go each and every cycle.

If you feel called to learn how to do this, then please read on…

Do you feel as though your body is letting you down?
Have you had are is having heavy painful periods, fertility problems, miscarriage, hormonal imbalance?
Do you dread your period each month?
Are you struggling with Peri-menopause symptoms?
Do you feel as though stress and anxiety is becoming a regular occurrence?
Do you hold trauma in your body and womb e.g. –Pain, abortion, abuse, ancestral?
Do you feel the urge to join a community of like minded women?
Are you looking to learn new skills?
Are you looking to explore your more artistic, creative side?

At The Rise of SHE, we a committed to supporting women with the underlying challenges that we face in modern society and how we can overcome these challenges by cultivating (rather than hiding away) the qualities that lie at the heart of The Feminine Principle.

We would like to invite you to some new experiences, with like minded women. After-all it is each of our responsibilities to step out of the shame of mainstream ideals, to reclaim our birthright - feeling safe, free and alive in our bodies.

Welcome to this transformative project of exploring your inner seasons through art and movement! I am Dionne Myers a dedicated somatic movement facilitator, menstruation & menopause mentor, blood witch, senior yoga teacher, and Women's wellness therapist. My mission revolves around guiding and supporting women through the various transitions in life, from the sacred journey of menarche to the profound transformations of menopause and beyond.

In a society that often leaves modern women feeling disconnected from their bodies, I am passionate about dismantling these societal norms. It is my belief that contemporary living has led us to work against our feminine cycles, resulting in discomfort and pain. For far too long, women have been shunned and unsupported, victims of a patriarchal establishment that has let them down.

"As a practitioner deeply committed to empowering women, I aim to be a beacon of support and guidance on your personal journey. I am here to help you rediscover your inner power, to facilitate a profound reconnection with yourself, and to aid in the healing and transformation of your relationship with your body.

I firmly believe that this is a time of epic spiritual empowerment—a moment to heal, to love, and to feel supported. Let me be your companion on this journey, as together we navigate the intricate landscapes of your inner seasons. Through art, movement, and a holistic approach to well-being, we will unlock the potential for profound transformation and self-love.

Janet Jackson, a retired teacher turned Certified Creatively Fit Coach, finds herself deeply engrossed in the world of artistry. Immersed in a variety of creative pursuits, Janet endeavors to explore the depths of artistic expression and provide solace from the daily grind.

Her repertoire spans across diverse mediums, with a particular affinity for mixed media art. Through intricate creations such as mandalas and affirmation pieces, Janet crafts immersive experiences where individuals can momentarily escape the burdens of everyday life and find solace in the creative process.

In addition to mixed media works, Janet channels her artistic energy into textile and knitted art. She finds joy in sculpting goddesses, weaving intricate wall hangings, and crafting dream catchers. Not content with conventional canvases, Janet also explores the world of decoupage, transforming ordinary boxes and empty food tins into objects of beauty and wonder.

Nature serves as a boundless wellspring of inspiration for Janet's creative endeavors. Utilizing air dry clay, she sculpts intricate pieces that capture the essence of the natural world, infusing her art with a sense of organic beauty and tranquility.

For Janet, art is more than just a hobby—it's a means of self-expression and a gateway to serenity. Through her diverse array of artistic endeavours, she invites others to join her on a journey of exploration and creativity.

Meet Louise Underwood, an unstoppable force of creativity and empowerment!
With her magic touch and a needle and thread, Louise weaves together art and activism, igniting conversations and challenging societal norms.
Whether it's through vibrant tapestries, thought-provoking embroidery, or empowering textile installations, Louise uses her art to celebrate diversity, advocate for gender equality, and inspire change.
She believes that textiles have the power to tell stories, amplify marginalized voices, and create a more inclusive world.

"I am a Newcastle based textile and three-dimensional mixed media artist making unique pieces, working with traditional north east techniques such as hooky and proggy matting, as well as spinning, quilting, patchwork, embroidery, felting, batik along with upholstery and lino print.

A constant maker, I source materials from across the country. I am keen to react against mass production and uniformity.

I like to combine traditional textile techniques with a contemporary eye for illustration and storytelling."

Amy Langdown is a writer, facilitator, producer and artist based in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. Amy writes a lot about politics and her place in the world, but also on topics such as mental health, introspection, family, grief and landscapes.

As a facilitator, Amy's favourite thing is to help others find their voice and share their stories.

Amy started writing as a way to express difficult and confusing feelings in an artistic way and it is now an intrinsic part of life. In 2022, Amy started the Out of Your Head! poetry night and continues to run it monthly, both finding a place in, and growing the local poetry scene. Amy shares poetry and other artistic projects on instagram at @amylangdown

Video of Amy Langdown performing

Day 1: Dionne Myers Winter Workshop

Included: women's circles, somatic & mudra movement, journalling, yoga nidra.

Day 2: Creative Writing Workshop

Included: following on from day 1 above, you will be joined by the collaborative artist - Amy Langdown - who will beautifully guide you through the journaling you did in Day 1, through creative writing and expression. Amy will be offering a safe-space to delve into some of the journaling taking place throughout the programme, offering feedback and opportunities to look at the craft of your work. We will work as a group and alone to create pieces of reflective writing and what our ‘winter’ means to us.

Date: 1st Nov-2nd December 2024

Follow up Workshop: 7th December 2024

Location: 9 Royal Industrial Estate, Blackett St, Jarrow NE32 3HR

Cost: Free

Female empowerment through art and movement

Do you feel disconnected from yourself and your body?

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"Thank you so much Dionne, for your wonderful workshop, it is everything I have asked for recently, wishing to connect deeper with my womb and health practices to honour the female body. Thank you so much I am so grateful that I have found you and can’t wait for the next one."

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This Workshop is FREE for those who wish to explore their

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