Family Canvas: Art & Connection Workshop
Family Canvas: Art & Connection Workshop
Designed specifically for families, this therapist-led virtual cohort provides a dedicated outlet to strengthen communication, build resilience, and foster joyful connection. Over seven weeks, family members engage in collaborative creative practices under the guidance of a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist to develop shared coping tools and deeper mutual understanding.
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
Weekly 90-minute live group sessions capped at 10 families.
The physical Master Experience Box shipped directly to your door, containing premium art resources and kit-integrated game pieces for interactive session icebreakers.
Access to our weekly video runway containing independent family practices to support ongoing connection and stress management between live sessions.
SCHEDULE:
Saturdays: October 24 – December 12, 2026
Class Dates: Oct 24, Oct 31, Nov 7, Nov 14, Nov 21 (Skip Nov 28 for Thanksgiving weekend), Dec 5, Dec 12
Select the time slot that works best for your schedule:
East Coast Cohort: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET (7:00 AM – 8:30 AM PT)
West Coast Cohort: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PT (1:00 PM – 2:30 PM ET)
WHAT FAMILIES WILL LEARN:
Collaborative Identity & Connection: Discover how to create shared family art pieces that honor each member's unique identity while reinforcing togetherness.
Emotional Regulation & Co-Regulation: Learn practical, body-based tools to process stress, reduce impulsivity, and manage conflict constructively at home.
Healthy Boundaries & Communication: Practice low-pressure, visual avenues to express feelings and establish clear, compassionate boundaries.
Resilience & Coping Systems: Build a custom, hands-on toolkit of behavioral games and grounding habits to maintain stability during stressful times.
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE: This track is specifically built for families (parents/caregivers alongside their children) seeking a structured, supportive environment to replace weekend screen time with intentional, hands-on connection. It is ideal for families navigating transitions, communication hurdles, or simply looking to grow closer through creative expression.
COURSE FORMAT: The Workshop offers an inviting, highly interactive studio environment. Each 90-minute session balances interactive game-piece icebreakers, therapist-guided art prompts, active family creation time with high-quality physical materials, and supportive group reflection that respects every family's unique dynamic.
WHY TAKE THIS COURSE: Modern family life is often rushed and filled with competing digital distractions. This cohort offers a dedicated, non-judgmental sanctuary each week to slow down, resolve tension without friction, and build enduring habits of empathy and support that elevate your home life.
PRIVACY & PERMISSIONS:
Paper Carrot Studio values the privacy and creative rights of all participants. We never record the live group therapy dynamic. Personal information collected during registration is strictly used to communicate about the program and coordinate box shipping. We do not share or sell personal data.