7:00pm - 9:30pm
Led by Casandra Orantes, a breathwork and sound healing practitioner, and Zac Ironstand, a multidisciplinary artist, this workshop invites participants into a transformative space of guided visualization, meditation, and sound immersion, followed by a hands-on painting session where they can release their emotions, inspirations, or inner chaos onto a black canvas.
Together, let’s unlock the potential of art and sound, bridging tradition and innovation in a space that honors both the seen and unseen.
The session will be structured into two guided meditations and two painting segments, allowing for deep reflection and expression:
Guided Visualization & Meditation
- Casandra will lead participants in a deep, intentional meditation incorporating breathwork and visualization, inviting them to tap into their emotions, creativity, and inner landscapes.
- Crystal sound bowls will be used to enhance relaxation and open pathways for creative expression.
Interactive Painting Session
- Zac will introduce an expressive painting exercise on black-painted canvases, allowing participants to release what arises from the sound and meditation experience.
- Participants will explore emotions, inspiration, and personal narratives through color, texture, and movement on the canvas.
Breakout Structure: Two Meditations & Two Art Sessions
- The session will be structured into two cycles, allowing participants to alternate between meditation and painting, deepening their connection to both practices.
Closing Reflection & Sharing
- A gentle wind-down, where participants can share insights, emotions, and reflections in an open and supportive space.
Casandra Orantes
Casandra is a certified wellness facilitator, student of Human Rights and Indigenous Studies, and advocate for healing through breath, sound, and movement. Of Guatemalan and European heritage, she blends science, spirituality, and Indigenous ways of being to create immersive experiences that support deep connection and restoration. As the founder of Breath Work With Cas, she shares accessible wellness practices through events, online courses, and community outreach, guided by a deep interest in collective and individual healing.
Zac Ironstand
Zac Ironstand is a self-taught multidisciplinary artist from Tootinaowaziibeeng (Valley River) in Manitoba. His work spans acrylic, aerosol, tattooing, installations, and sewing, reflecting a commitment to pushing creative boundaries and amplifying Indigenous narratives. In the fall of 2024, Zac completed a residency at the Winnipeg Art Gallery, further exploring the intersection of identity, history, and community through his evolving practice.
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