Our Art-Based Approach
Building Connection & Well‑being.
Through expressive art, guided imagery, identity exploration, and creative reflection, participants reconnect with their confidence, emotional regulation, and creative identity — leaving with one finished art piece, one emotional regulation tool, and one mindset shift they can use immediately with the children they serve.
Ideal for educators, childcare providers, therapists, youth program leaders, and anyone who supports children.
We currently offer a limited number of sessions each month, by appointment only.
- Afternoon reset sessions (2–4 PM)
- End‑of‑day morale boosters (3–5 PM)
- Friday afternoon Tune-Up
What We Offer:
Creative Wellness Escape Sessions
A restorative, art‑based wellness experience that supports emotional balance, stress reduction, and personal reflection. Perfect for:
- educator wellness
- childcare provider support
- therapist burnout prevention
- youth program staff morale
Duration: 60–90 minutes
Format: Virtual or on‑site
Focus: calm, clarity, well‑being
Creative Connection Workshop
A guided creative experience designed to help child-focused teams connect, communicate, and enjoy a shared moment of creativity. Perfect for:
Educators, childcare providers, and youth‑serving teams who want to reconnect, reset, and experience creativity in a calm, meaningful way.
Duration: 60–90 minutes
Format: Virtual or on‑site
Focus: connection, collaboration, fun
Creative Wellness Kits
A beautifully curated kit paired with a guided video or live virtual session. Perfect for:
- remote or hybrid child‑focused teams
- educator appreciation gifts
- onboarding for childcare providers
- youth‑serving staff wellness
Kits include expressive art materials, a guided imagery prompt, and one emotional regulation tool your team can use immediately.
Duration: Self-paced
Format: shipped or local pickup
Focus: accessibility, flexibility, engagement
Why Creative Wellness Tune Up™ Works
Creative Wellness Tune Up works by:
- Reducing stress and supporting emotional well‑being
- Encouraging creativity, problem‑solving, and open‑mindedness
- Strengthening team connection and communication
- Offering a refreshing alternative to traditional team‑building
- Creating a shared experience that feels meaningful and memorable
These sessions are fully guided, beginner‑friendly, and designed to meet participants exactly where they are — no art experience required.
Who We Serve:
Our Creative Wellness Tune Up™ is especially supportive for professions that carry high emotional, physical, or relational demands. We frequently work with:
- Early childhood educators & preschool staff
- Child-focused health & wellness teams
- Community youth organizations & nonprofits
- Childcare providers
These fields rely heavily on emotional labor, patience, creativity, and human connection, and teams often benefit deeply from restorative, art‑based wellness experiences.
If your staff spends their days supporting children, we’d love to create a space of calm, connection, and renewal for them.
Our Approach:
We believe that creativity is a powerful tool for well‑being.
Our workshops and Tune Up sessions are:
- quiet
- intentional
- pressure‑free
- accessible to all skill levels
- designed to support both individuals and teams
This is not a crowded, noisy paint night. This is a restorative, boutique experience that helps people reconnect with themselves and each other.
Pricing, Availability & Booking
We accept a limited number of professional bookings each month to ensure every Creative Wellness Tune‑Up receives a personalized, high‑quality experience.
To check availability or request a custom quote, please reach out to Barbara directly: create@theartoasis.net
Session Investment: Creative Wellness Tune‑Up sessions begin at $650 for facilitation and materials for each participant.
Virtual sessions, hybrid options, and Creative Wellness Kits are also available. Custom proposals can be created for larger groups, multi‑session packages, or half‑day retreats.
For inquiries or consultation: 267‑245‑5938
We’re happy to help you design the perfect creative wellness experience for your team.
Contact Barbara to discuss your needs: 267-245-5938
About Your Facilitator
Barbara Gini is a Creative Wellness Consultant and the founder of The Art Oasis (Oasis Studios) and the creator of Simple Serenity, HeArt Space Studio Sessions the Creative Wellness Tune‑Up™ (CWT) - an art‑based wellness experience designed specifically for child‑focused professionals.
With more than 20 years of experience in early childhood education, creative program development, and wellness facilitation, Barbara brings a calm, intuitive, and deeply supportive presence to every session.
Her work blends expressive art, guided imagery, identity exploration, and emotional regulation practices to help educators, childcare providers, therapists, and youth‑serving teams reconnect with clarity, confidence, and creative well‑being.
Barbara’s approach offers a refreshing, restorative alternative to traditional professional development: one that honors the emotional labor and human connection at the heart of child‑focused work.
Contact Barbara to schedule your consultation: create@theartoasis.net
Professional Creative Wellness Consulting
Supporting Adults who support children
- Environment design
- Educator wellness
- Identity‑based teaching
- Creative Self‑Concept™ integration
What People Are Saying:
"We really needed this today! Thank you so much for putting this out into the world!" ~ Lisa R. - Nurse Practitioner
"My staff thinks they're having their pictures taken and then an OSHA training, but won't they be surprised [when they see that we're painting]! I thought this would be more fun!" ~ Sonya D. - Dentist
"What a great time! Haven't laughed like that in ages!" -Lauren B. - Preschool Teacher
"I had such a great time! Thank you, ladies!" ~ Edna W. - Workshop Participant
"This was like therapy for me." ~ John B. - Workshop Participant
Restorative Creative Experiences for Workplace Well‑Being
Spring:
Spring:
Spring:
Bloom & Belong Pressed Flower Monograms
Botanical Collage
Summer:
Spring:
Spring:
Calm & Creative Guided Painting Reset
Creative Flow
Fall:
Spring:
Winter:
Mapping What Matters Values‑Based Collage
Clarity Mapping
Winter:
Spring:
Winter:
The Artful Pause Mindful Mark‑Making
Sensory Reset