MANDALA PAINTING WORKSHOP March 9-10, 2012 All Things Sacred/Galleria, Ketchum Friday evening 6:30-9pm, Saturday, 10am - 6pm The workshop will be led by accomplished healer and mandala artist Uma Mulnick of McCall, Idaho, who studies with the world renowned mandala artist Paul Heussenstamm. Mulnick is a chiropractor and acupuncturist by vocation and a mandala artist by avocation, and she is excited to bring this workshop to Sun Valley for the first time. She and her husband have owned Back Country Chiropractic and Wellness Center in McCall, Idaho for the past 20 + years. For most of her life she has felt the calling for "helping people to improve the quality of their lives," and she has fulfilled that mission through her work as a healer. Several years ago she discovered the exquisite mandala painting works of master mandala artist, Paul Heussenstamm at the Chopra Center which “touched her soul.” She decided on the spot to learn the art from Heussenstamm and more recently started sharing her passion and skills in mandala painting with others.
“This is a workshop designed for everyone, no previous experience is necessary, just an interest in finding your own joy through this unique form of artist expression. I invite people to just come and play and let themselves be amazed at what they can create, “ remarked Mulnick. She noted that mandala is a Sanskrit word meaning “sacred circle” or “center.” According to Mulnick, “Painting a mandala is a wonderful way to allow the exploration of your inner self and allow healing on all levels to take place. The workshop provides a safe, supported atmosphere to explore and create a beautiful piece of “heART” work.” Workshop Fee: $145, which includes materials, and snacks throughout. There is an additional $25 fee if participants need brushes and all are encouraged to bring a sack lunch for Saturday. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!
PHARMACY OF FLOWERS & CONTEMPLATIVE AROMATHERAPY with Master Herbalist David Crow April 27-29, 2012 All Things Sacred, The Galleria in Ketchum, ID We are very excited to have world-renowned Herbalist David Crow return to Sun Valley to present this special weekend workshop. Participants can choose to sign up for the entire weekend, or just one of the days. FRIDAY, APRIL 27: 7 - 9pm: Introduction: The Pharmacy of Flowers SATURDAY, APRIL 28, 9 - 6pm: The Pharmacy of Flowers SUNDAY, APRIL 29: Contemplative Aromatherapy The Pharmacy of Flowers Join us for an olfactory feast featuring some of the world's most exotic, rare, and precious essential oils, including various types of roses, jasmines, lotuses, orange blossom, agarwood, sandalwood, champaca, and many others. This is a comprehensive introduction to aromatic plants and essential oils, with special emphasis on the benefits of fragrance in daily life and the use of essential oils for enhancing health and happiness. Contemplative Aromatherapy "Contemplative Aromatherapy" is an experiential approach to studying essential oils and their effects on body and mind using a combination of classical Buddhist meditation methods and Ayurvedic medical philosophy. There are two basic ways to use essential oils with meditation practice. The first is to use oils to enhance meditative states, and the second is to use meditation to study the oils. In this program we use both these approaches, both separately and together. Cost: Friday evening: $15. Weekend: $100 for Saturday or Sunday, $150 for Friday, Saturday and Sunday. David Crow is one of the world’s foremost experts and leading speakers in the field of botanical medicine and grassroots healthcare. He is a master herbalist, aromatherapist and acupuncturist with over 30 years experience and is an expert in the Ayurvedic and Chinese medical systems. David is a renowned author, a poet, and is the founding director of Floracopeia Aromatic Treasures and MedicineCrow.com. SPECIAL LODGING OFFER FOR WORKSHOP ATTENDEES! Our lodging partner, the highly-rated Best Western Kentwood Lodge in downtown Ketchum (just a few blocks from where the workshop will be held) is offering a special value rates on thier rooms for workshop attendees, starting at just $87.99 (plus tax) per night! To secure this special deal, please call them directly at 1-800-805-1001 or 208-726-4114. | 
