TIME2 Active8

01/05/2026

01/05/2026

Have you ever heard of MapTangle Art? It is a creative arts technique that blends organic ink map designs with Tangle repetitive black ink-pen lines and patterns. MapTangle Art is a really calming and relaxing process. When you foster your creativity amongst other like-minded creatives it helps to fuel your own natural curiosity, experimentation and imagination. See my students work below and how they embraced this creative process. They are inspiring don't you think?

If you have always wanted to nurture your own creativity please join me Peta Henshelwood, a Creative Art Educator and Holistic Art Therapist from TIME2 Active8 for a (4 WEEK) ‘COLOURFUL MAPTANGLE ART’ WORKSHOP:

SATURDAY 9TH – 30TH MAY FROM 1:30PM-4.00PM.

Bookings can be made on: https://home.springdale.org.au/being-creative/ online portal or call SpringDale Neighbourhood Centre on: (03) 5253 1960. Restricted to limited bookings, to create a small collaborative learning environment. It’s a nurturing and relaxing environment that embraces all entry levels and will be heaps of fun!
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30/04/2026

Today I’ve been busy planning one of my warmup exercises for the ‘Express Yourself Through Mindful Collage Art’ Workshop on Thursday 7th – 28th May and Saturday 9th – 30th May from 10:00-12:30pm at SpringDale Neighbourhood Centre. I’ve had so much fun working with my favourite colour. I find aqua / teal so calming. Collage art is so addictive – there are so many gorgeous colours, patterns, textures almost everywhere we look. However, today I challenged myself to choose only 3 collage pieces of paper. I know super hard right? However, I was committed to the process and chose 1 x piece of marble mini scrapbook paper that reminds me of an arial view of the ocean. This became my inspiration for these mini collages. The other 2 x pieces of page are from coffee table photo books. Yes, I’m a huge book lover, and hate cutting up books… however I’m also a huge advocate for seeing amazing photos captured in these gorgeous books recycled and living a second life rather than being tossed into landfill. All the money raised from the Rotary Clubs Secondhand Book sales, where I purchase all my art books, always go to amazing local charities, so it’s a win-win. Anyway, both the photos I selected are ocean views with varying aqua tones. I then collated all three pieces within my 6 collage squares – moving the strips of paper around each square in different places so no 2 squares are the same. See below my final collage. As you can see, I’m experimenting with Colour Tone, by using light, medium and dark aqua colour. I just love the process, as I quietly trust my initial instinct for where to place each piece, then view the final layout and make slight adjustments before gluing all the pieces down. It does help to take photos of the process as you go just in case you bump your page and all your pieces move. As you work you notice yourself relaxing into the process. It’s truly cathartic. I'm super excited and can't wait to start this workshop next week, it will be heaps of fun. No prior experience needed, and I provide all the materials, to make it as easy and as accessible as possible. I’d love for you to join me and other like-minded people. Bookings for these classes can be made online platform https://home.springdale.org.au/being-creative/ or by calling the centre on (03) 52531960. Hope to see you there.

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16/04/2026

Adding details to your abstract artwork can really make your work pop. See below, the concentration and the resulting details of Victoria and Jean's artwork.

16/04/2026

Victoria and Jean having fun engaging in the 'Express Yourself with Abstract Art' warm up exercise. Victoria is helping Jean to keep her eyes closed as she intuitively draws a line across her canvas with the paint pen. She is learning to tap into her other senses - listening, and feeling instead of just sight. Sometimes we need to see things differently to actually see them, especially when we learn new skills. As you can see they had a fantastic time. Learning new skills should absolutely be this much fun! Jean believed she couldn't draw a straight line with her dominant hand, not only could she do it, she surprised herself with the fact that she could also do it with her non-dominant hand. It is so, so liberating to break free from our own preconceived notions whilst having fun doing so.

16/04/2026

At TIME2 Active8 I had the pleasure of working with some amazing budding artists who recently immersed themselves in the 'Express Yourself Through Pocket Sized Abstract Art Workshop' for the very first time. They were risk-takers stepping out of their comfort zone to try an art medium they'd always wanted to explore but hadn't until now. See all the terrific photos below - how they experimented with their brushes, utilised colour to create textured backgrounds on watercolour and canvas paper, engaged in warm up exercises, added layers, extra details to complete some stunning artwork by week 4. Work they all admit they'd never thought they'd have been able to create when they started the workshop in week 1. You will notice everyone is displaying their own unique creative voice. Like a finger print everyone has their own unique style and it is important to let your intuition, creativity and ideas flow, so you can develop your own artistic confidence. I'm sure you'll be as impressed as I am.

16/04/2026

TIME2 Active8 is hosting a
(4 WEEK) ‘COLOURFUL MAPTANGLE ART’ WORKSHOP:
SATURDAY 9TH – 30TH MAY FROM 1:30PM-4.00PM

Learn how to blend colourful liquid inks and draw simple lines, shapes and patterns to create stunningly intricate designs.

Bookings can be made on: https://home.springdale.org.au/being-creative/ online portal or call SpringDale Neighbourhood Centre on: (03) 5253 1960. Restricted to limited bookings, to create a small collaborative learning environment. It will be heaps of fun so get in fast to make your booking!

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16/04/2026

TIME2 Active8 is hosting an
‘EXPRESS YOURSELF THROUGH COLLAGE ART’ WORKSHOP FOR 4-WEEKS, FROM:
THURSDAY 7TH – 28TH MAY FROM 10:00AM-12.30PM
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SATURDAY 9TH – 30TH MAY FROM 10:00AM-12.30PM

Mindful Collage Art will help reawaken your creativity and nurture your imagination. Learn to express your ideas, thoughts, and emotions in this introductory workshop. Enjoy the process as you learn about design, patternmaking, dimension, and composition to help you grow in confidence whilst expressing yourself. No previous skills required, and all materials included.
Bookings can be made on: https://home.springdale.org.au/being-creative/ online portal or call SpringDale Neighbourhood Centre on: (03) 5253 1960. Limited spaces so please be quick, so you don’t miss out. It will be heaps of fun! I can't wait to see you there.

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25/02/2026

Students finding their own unique creative voice during TIME2 Active8 - 'Sketchbooking for Relaxation' Workshop.

25/02/2026

Don’t you just love these creative sketches? They are by students who see sketching as a tool to promote creativity and relaxation.

Do you often pick up a pencil or pen and absent mindedly doodle a pattern when you are on the phone or waiting for an appointment to calm your mind and relax? Then you might be interested in attending a 4- week ‘Sketchbooking for Relaxation Workshop’ starting:

Saturday 7th March – 28th March from 10am-12.30pm

As you relax into the sketching process, you’ll create art that feels personal, exciting and dynamic, whilst allowing your own unique artistic style to naturally unfold.

To learn more, bookings can be made through the Learning Master Guide, ‘Being Creative’ Page on the following link : https://home.springdale.org.au/being-creative/ or you can call the office on 5253 1960.
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Students who have attended my workshop have said:

‘I enjoyed the opportunity to be curious about drawing, explore, and learn different techniques. I found the sketching workshop environment welcoming, and appreciated the time taken to develop each of the 4 sessions to adapt to each student and their individual interests.’ (Amanda)

‘I really enjoyed the freedom of choice, plenty of illustrations to choice from, informative notes, and all the tools and materials that were supplied for me.’ (A).

‘I really liked the easy way the workshop was presented. There was no pressure or judgement. I was able to stay in the present moment, and the time went by so quickly.’ (T)