The Healing Palette: Sunlit Serenade
A gentle, guided creative-wellness experience inspired by sunflowers, colour and light
Level: all levels
Ages: 12 and up
Slow down, pick up a brush, and reconnect with yourself. The Healing Palette is a 90-minute creative-wellness workshop that blends accessible art-making with gentle reflection, guided by Afshan Khan, an abstract impressionist artist and Certified Therapeutic Arts Practitioner.
This workshop draws inspiration from Afshan’s own painting, Sunlit Serenade — born from her love of sunflowers, nature, colour and light, and named for the gentle song nature seems to sing through it. You won’t be recreating it stroke for stroke; it’s simply a starting point, with Afshan guiding you step by step while leaving room to make it your own.
The session opens with a grounding exercise to settle into the present moment through colour, then moves into guided painting with acrylic or watercolour — no experience needed. Just bring yourself, and together we’ll slow down, explore colour, and find a little calm through the creative process. There’s no right or wrong — just be present, have fun, and enjoy creating.
Who This Is For
Whether you’re looking for a mindful solo outing, a meaningful team activity, or a shared moment with your loved ones, this workshop welcomes all skill levels. No art experience required. It’s especially suited to:
- Adults and older teens (12+) seeking a calming creative outlet
- Corporate teams looking for a wellness-focused group activity
- Community groups interested in creativity and connection
Location & Experience
Hosted in the ambient space of the Marriott Residence Inn in downtown Calgary, this workshop offers a unique setting for artistic exploration.
Further location details will be emailed to registrants upon booking confirmation.
Private Bookings Available
Want to bring The Healing Palette to your team, event or special occasion? You can inquire about a private booking via our [Private Booking Form], and we’ll arrange a personalized experience just for you.
About the Artist
Afshan Khan is an Alberta-based abstract impressionist and mixed-media artist and Certified Therapeutic Arts Practitioner, working primarily with acrylics, palette knives, colour and expressive texture inspired by Canadian landscapes and the changing seasons. She discovered art during a challenging chapter in her life, which led her to complete her Therapeutic Arts Practitioner certification through the Canadian International Institute of Art Therapy, and now facilitates accessible community art and creative-wellness experiences with a warm, process-focused approach that welcomes creativity without judgment.
Afshan’s workshop is offered on multiple dates. To find alternative dates, browse [here].
