CAMP MINTED 2024
INKS + INTENTIONS
Atlanta, Georgia
September 19, 2024
After last year’s well-received Mindful Watercolors session, I was thrilled to be invited to return to Camp Minted 2024. I traveled to Atlanta for three days of workshops with an incredible mix of staff and fellow artists. Artists were invited to pitch ideas and propose sessions for this special conference, and my ideas were selected once again. As part of the experience, I had the honor of hosting the special closing ceremony, where I led a group of 70+ Minted artists and employees through our “Go with the Flow: Inks and Intentions” workshop. We began with a mindful meditation to ground everyone in the moment, followed by reading custom Intention cards, and then moved into a shared art project that allowed us to explore our creativity collectively. It was such a special opportunity to deepen connections within the Minted Artist community! The entire experience was a wonderful reminder of the power of live interactions and the joy of coming together to create something meaningful.
“What struck me most after returning from Camp Minted, where AI dominated many conversations, was the undeniable value of human, in-person connections. There is so much value in the process of spending time, having meaningful conversations, and sharing experiences. While the world may be shifting away from these moments, the power of art remains a grounding force.”
Art, like yoga, is a mindful practice that invites us to be fully present, connecting deeply with ourselves and the world around us. Both allow space for reflection and personal expression, offering a sense of calm and balance while creating a powerful connection between the mind, body, and spirit.
We’ve been fortunate to grow our relationship with Minted over the years, beginning with our first collaboration at Camp Minted in 2019. Earlier this year, we had the pleasure of teaching the entire Minted team the "Go with the Flow" alcohol inks experience, furthering their connection to creative wellness. We also worked closely with the executive team in 2023 to support their ongoing commitment to art and mindfulness. We couldn't have asked for a better way to wrap up Camp Minted and are looking forward to many more moments of relaxation and connection with this inspiring community!
