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About The Program
What is My Story, My Voice?
An excavation of the creative self
Through this two month journey,.,
We will support human beings in empowering their voices and leading with creative authenticity through expressive arts, story and holistic mentorship
We will celebrate the powerful artist that lives within, unleashing our expression through play and vulnerability in this sacred container
We will excavate the depths of our soul and unearth the roots of our internal wellspring, crafting our story through our unique creative essence
We all carry a backpack of stories that make up the core, the internal well of who we are, where we come from, what we believe in. Through these two months together, we will unpack our stories and witness them from a curious, creative lens.
What would you say if we said that the creative life you have dreamed of is possible and it begins with you?
Consider this: every single one of us has an inner creative genius. Sometimes it gets packed away and we forget to tend and nourish our creativity. When we meet our muse with love, surrendering to the flow, we make room for our unique essence and voice to shine through.
Who is this for?
People with an appetite for creativity
as well as those who wish to discover their creativity…
Who want to tap deeper into their expression and develop their voice to purpose
Reconnect or deepen play and aren’t afraid for emotions to arise, knowing that our emotions are what allow us to connect deeper and there is great power in our feelings
Connect with others from around the world who are on the same mission to grow, create, and express their authentic truth
Willing to risk getting messy and vulnerable
Ready to dive deep into their internal well and express the artistic voice within
Explore new levels of their personal creative reach
Our creativity lives within our soul, to which we will no longer abandon.
Creatives at all levels and background, artists, changemakers, human beings, healers…
however you identify, We Welcome YOU.
If you are feeling the call, what are you waiting for?
What You’ll Explore
Month One
Rise as we return home to self
Explore & Discover the Unfurling of Story, Identity, Dive into the Abyss to Emerge
We focus on
Deepening Self-Awareness & Self-Love
Rememberance of our magic
Safety in exploring the spectrum of our expression
Remembering the inner child, Reframing the inner critic
Expressive Art Activities for nourishment & growth
Exploring lived experience as we discover and shape story
WEEK ONE
Excavation
Excavating the Diamonds in Your Well
WEEK TWO
Roots
Tending To Your Roots
WEEK THREE
Wellspring’s Flow
The Undercurrents of Your Soul
WEEK FOUR
Ocean’s Depth
Release and Expand
Month Two
Shine as we return home to each other
Liberate your Creative Expansion in Expression and Visibility
We focus on
Embracing our vulnerability
Creative Connection
Liberating our unique style of voice
Unleashing our art to expand, heal, and impact
Creative storytelling to foster empathy, connection, & shape perspective
WEEK FIVE
Stoking The Flames
The Art of Storytelling
WEEK SIX
Unleash Your Creative Soul
Liberate Your Artistic Voice
WEEK SEVEN
Creative Connection
Weaving Our Expression
WEEK EIGHT
The Sky’s The Limit
Embrace Limitless Potential
WEEK NINE-TEN:
Graduation Ceremony & Creative Celebration
“In our willingness to step into the unknown, the field of all possibilities, we surrender ourselves to the creative mind that orchestrates the dance of the universe.”
Meet Your
Storytelling Guide & Mentor
Get to know Jamie through the six word stories shared by last year’s cohort members.
Jamie (she/her)…
is a creative changemaker with a background in the arts, human services, inner child play, embodied leadership, trauma & resilience, expressive arts facilitation and holistic mentorship
a heart centered visionary,
artist, exuberant storyteller,
healer, creative changemaker
warm and welcoming
approach to leadership
orchestrating the boldest of symphonies
a true leader is a woman
the sunlight that warms the day
a beautiful song playing on repeat
she’s stardust walking
Your well is rich with echoes of who you are, who you've been and who you can become
Your well is rich with echoes of who you are, who you've been and who you can become
Program Logistics
Dates/Time
12 person cohort
Coming Soon!
What’s Included
Private Online Group & Membership Portal
Welcome Video & 8 Live Sessions on Zoom (Replays Available)
Graduation Ceremony and Creative Celebration
Creative Meditations and Expressions to weave with your integration
TBA: Guest Speaker(s), including one mental health session with Licensed Therapist
Community Art Shares
Group Support
Two 1:1 Storytelling Mentorship Sessions with Jamie Lazan expires after two month period
1:1 Creative Journal Explorations
Testimonials
“My Story, My Voice is a magical journey that will transform you personally and artistically. I had so many meaningful moments in My Story, My Voice that it’s actually hard to pick one. The creative process helped me discover that I can actually write! Poems, texts, scripts…which is something I didn’t do before thinking I wasn’t good enough. It helped me build confidence in the art forms I was already familiar with and explore other ones. It made me find my flow of every-day creation and understand the multiple facets of creativity. It supported me with a safe space to touch some heavy topics and actually putting my voice to be heard. I felt respected, validated, safe and loved throughout the whole process. I recommend My Story, My Voice to all of those who have something to say, want to explore art in different ways and have a space to do so, and those who need to heal their inner child.”
“My Story, My Voice has given me an artistic outlet to devise unconventional, beautiful art. I have always appreciated expression of one’s self through artistry, be that dance, theatre, film, visual art, and many more. This experience has blended all these mediums to create an unforgettable experience of storytelling. I loved participating in the process as I crafted art using my own identity as inspiration. In my opinion, this is the height of artistic expression. The Human Arts Collective works to open up opportunities for artists, storytellers, teachers, and people of all walks of life. ”
“As someone who has felt as though they lost their creative spark, My Story, My Voice gave me permission to recognize that not only did I still have one, but there was creativity that I had not yet mined. Having to show up (whatever that looked like) for myself and my cohort members reinforced that I am creative in many ways and that creativity is integral to my health and wellness. There are touchstones along your journey that will help enhance your awareness of who you are and how you can be in the world.”
“I see My Story, My Voice as an ideal creative safe space where someone has plenty of support and freedom to explore their creativity in a non-judgmental environment. I enjoyed Jamie’s warmth and empathetic approach to leading group exercises. ”
“It means a lot how The Human Arts Collective (THAC) focuses on uplifting people and validating the beauty of all identities. It provides a safe space for ALL people, where we can really grow, bond and know that we are appreciated for who we are. Programming and workshops focuses on understanding and embracing self. Care for self helps us better care for everyone around us, and it is really beautiful how THAC prioritizes that in their mission.”
“The Human Arts Collective is everything its title suggests...humanity at its best, creating art collectively. And that is what we had the good fortune to do... create in a completely supportive environment with the constant encouragement and support of Jamie Lazan and a wonderfully beautiful but flexible structure that made sure we stayed on schedule but made space for all kinds of humanity that evolved during our creation period. With a little guidance and parameters, I had the good fortune to make friends and art in a kind and generous space with like-minded spirits...what could be better?”
“Mine your soul like digging for gold... Excavate creative wealth from your spirit, Release it artistically so the world can hear it.”
FAQ
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This program welcomes all who want to empower and expand their creative expression, story and voice. We’ve had artists of all disciplines, PHD educators, students, people who are learning of their expression, people who are deeply devoted to their creative practice, changemakers, healers, recovering creatives. We welcome you.
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Throughout the two months, we support each individual in our cohort to explore many stories through their expression, but arrive at one story that they will eventually focus on more deeply to share with the cohort and to express through their unique, creative voice to be celebrated at our program's completion.
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The program is ten weeks – we meet consecutively for eight weeks, with the last two weeks being a celebration amongst invited friends, family and the larger community.
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All meetings will be recorded via Zoom and uploaded to our membership portal for viewing access. Additionally, we will always have our private online group to share, connect, express and support one another through the program and beyond.
Apply!
Fill out a few questions and let us know more about your story and your voice.
The questions below are so we can get to know you and get a feel for you, your creative expression and unique voice. We hope you have fun responding to them and invite you to simply be yourself and be as creative as you wish.
“Your soul holds the source of your unique creative essence.”