Join us for a day of creativity, mindfulness, and community at the ART HOPE Origami Project in Ogunquit, Maine. On October 1st, from 10 am to 1 pm, we’ll gather at the Barn Gallery to explore the ancient Japanese art of paper folding, origami.

Artists of all ages will gather to share and learn the art of folding paper cranes. In Japanese tradition, the origami crane is a symbol of hope, peace, well-being, and happiness. The hands-on process promotes mindfulness and stress-reduction, increases creative focus, agility, and memory, and engenders the joy of creating a whimsical work of art.

But the magic doesn’t stop there. We invite you to join us in a heartwarming act of community service. Participants can volunteer to make origami cranes that will be donated to the York Hospital Oncology Center as opart of the ART HOPE Origami Project, offering hope and support to patients and their families.

What: ART HOPE Origami Project
Where: Barn Gallery, 3 Hartwig Lane, Ogunquit, Maine 03907
When: Sunday, October 1st, 2023, 10 am – 1 pm

The Art Hope Origami Project is brought to you by ART HOPE, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to promoting creative wellness for our community at large. ART HOPE’s mission is to raise awareness about the importance of creative self-expression and self-care. They offer a practical approach to healthful, artful living, exploring the healing opportunities of art-making, art-taking, and art-giving.

Since its inception in 2006, ART HOPE has worked tirelessly to cultivate ways to promote the creativity and health of individuals and communities through the expressive arts and creative wellness education. Laura Jaquays, the founder, has been instrumental in pioneering these efforts, working closely with educators, artists, healthcare providers, and wellness groups.

Laura’s innovative approach to teaching people to tap into their unique creative potential for health, well-being, and enjoyment has resonated with countless individuals. Her work in clinical and community environments has engaged participants of all ages in the arts for self-expression and self-care.

Learn more about the Barn Gallery 2023 Schedule: barngallery.org/2023-season