“Through mindfulness you will find that you have even more reasons to be happy than you thought.” Thich Nhat Hanh

Painting meditation is an incredibly peaceful practice. Born in my morning pages in 2016, I discovered this very simple practice to be an alternative to more traditional meditation. It was a different way to access the present moment, my breath, connection to humanity, and love. So nine years later, it is still one of my favorite ways to meditate and pray.

During this workshop, we will connect to what mindfulness means to us personally, our current practices and rituals of meditation, and practice painting meditation together.

No experience with painting or meditation is required.

Space is limited. Email jcbiss@gmail.com and PayPal or venmo Jeanne-Hansen-3 to reserve your spot.

Dates:

Sunday, January 11: 10am-12

Sunday, February 8: 10am-12

Special edition for teenagers: Sunday, March 8: 1-3pm - open. In-person workshop hosted at Kirkland Arts Center. Register directly with KAC here.

Sunday, March 8: 10am-12 - open. In-person workshop hosted at Kirkland Arts Center. Register directly with KAC here.

Sunday, April 26: 10am-12 - open. In-person workshop hosted at Kirkland Arts Center. Register directly with KAC here.

Sunday, May 31: 10am-12 - open. In-person workshop hosted at Kirkland Arts Center. Register directly with KAC here.

Supplies needed: watercolors, paintbrush and paper (I will send a recommended supply list when you register.)

Private workshops: If you are interested in a private painting meditation workshop, email me to plan.

“A few years ago I was introduced to a special form of artistic meditation by Jeanne Hansen. This particular practice of meditation has been a part of my life ever since. It provides me grounding whenever I need it while also allowing me the opportunity to send love and good energy to others.” - Jill McFadden

“Jeanne's workshop allowed me to explore creativity in a new way. She shared her own stories and led the workshop with questions that inspired me and gave me a safe space to have fun and connect to self. I recommend this workshop to anyone who is looking for a way to bring in just a little bit more mindfulness and presence into their everyday life.” - Natasha Wong

“I found that the painting meditation workshop helped me in so many aspects of my life. For the past couple months I have been trying to drive with kindness (trust me much easier said than done) but still found myself filled with rage when I’m stuck in rush hour and the Tesla that came out of no where cuts me off...welcome to California driving. Since the workshop I have been saying the metta prayer for not only the people who cut me off but the other drivers I am stuck in traffic with. If you want to smile like a goober while driving 2 miles an hour stuck on the highway I can’t recommend this enough. The metta prayer has touched me so deeply, because isn’t it that all we want- to touch others lives for the better? Even if it’s that Tesla...I guess they had somewhere to be and I hope going in front of me got them their quicker...and happier and healthier for that matter. Thank you Jeanne for not only bringing happy little triangles to my life but also a little contagious kindness.” - Vanessa Hall

“The quieter you become, the more you are able to hear.” — Rumi

Painting Meditation Part 2 ✨

Ready to go deeper?

This workshop is an invitation to slow down, soften, and listen—not just with your mind, but with your whole being. Designed for those who have experienced Painting Meditation before, this next step gently expands your practice into new layers of awareness, creativity, and connection.

Whether you’ve been painting regularly or haven’t picked up a brush since our last gathering, you are warmly welcome here.

Together, we will:

- Explore the meaning of metta (loving-kindness) in a deeply personal way

- Engage in guided painting meditation to quiet the mind and open the heart 

- Share reflections, insights, and presence within a supportive community

This is a space to reconnect with yourself and be inspired by others walking a similar path.

Come as you are. Leave more connected and present.

Details

Space is limited. Email jcbiss@gmail.com and PayPal or venmo Jeanne-Hansen-3 to reserve your spot.

Dates: 2026 dates coming soon

Supplies needed: pen + paper for reflection, watercolors, paintbrush, and paper (I will send a recommended supply list when you register.)

“Maybe the journey isn't about becoming anything. Maybe it's about unbecoming everything that isn't really you, so that you can be who you were meant to be in the first place.” Paulo Coelho

During the Art of Connection Workshop, we will explore the Japanese philosophy of Wabi Sabi, finding beauty in imperfection, through the art making process.

You can expect reflection, creative exercises and painting all designed to explore perfection, fear, acceptance and connection. If you feel creatively blocked or out of touch with your creativity, this will help.

No experience with painting is required. Everything is beginner friendly.

Space is limited to 6 people. Email jcbiss@gmail.com and PayPal or venmo Jeanne-Hansen-3 to reserve your spot.

Details

Cost: $100 USD (All supplies will be provided and scholarships are available.)

Date:

Sunday, February 1: 10am-1 pm.

Private workshop: If you are interested in a private (1x1 or group) Art of Connection workshop, email me to plan. This is a great workshop for team building and inspiring creative thinking.

“This workshop was a wonderful combination of art and deep self-discovery. I loved how Jeanne gently pushed us out of our comfort zones and challenged us to think outside the box and attempt what seems impossible. I left the Art of Connection workshop brimming with thoughts and inspiration.” - Olesya Rassoshkina

“Color is a power which directly influences the soul” - Wassily Kadinsky

Why play?

Play isn’t just for children - it’s for us adults too. Research shows that play offers significant benefits for adults by enhancing creativity, problem-solving skills, and overall brain function. It reduces stress, boosts mood through endorphin release, and supports emotional well-being. Play also strengthens social bonds and can improve workplace productivity by fostering collaboration and innovation. Additionally, physical forms of play promote better health, vitality, and connection with nature.

What to expect?

During theworkshop, we will explore abstract painting in both watercolor and acrylic as a form of play.

You can expect to create a personal glossary of colors, explore space and texture, and paint abstract! We will also explore listening and our unique way of seeing the world. 

No experience with painting is required. Everything is beginner friendly. Warning: You may dislike all of your artwork ;) This is definitely a process-oriented, experiential workshop - the focus is not on the product. 

Space is limited. Email redcircleshadow@gmail.com and venmo Jeanne-Hansen-3 to reserve your spot.

Details

Cost: $100 USD

Date:

Friday, April 10 11am-1pm: open. Online workshop hosted on Zoom.

Sunday, June 7: 10am-1pm- open. In-person workshop hosted at Kirkland Arts Center. Register directly with KAC here.

Private workshop: If you are interested in a private (1x1 or group) workshop, email me to plan at redcircleshadow@gmail.com. This is a great workshop for team building and inspiring creative thinking.

R E C E S S

“If you hear a voice within you say you cannot paint, then by all means paint and that voice will be silenced.”  Vincent Van Gogh.”

R E C E S S is a time to gather in community and paint (or draw, create, stitch, collage, anything really!)

There will be no instruction, just a dedicated time to show up and do your art.

During R E C E S S, each artist will bring their own projects and create in community. Jeanne will offer an idea to explore in the beginning if you are feeling uninspired what to create. And she is happy to answer any questions to support what you are working on.

Hosted on Zoom - join from your creative space, art studio, kitchen table, or desk at work!

Space is limited. Email redcircleshadow@gmail.com and PayPal or venmo Jeanne-Hansen-3 to reserve your spot.

Cost: $20 for one session, $45 for all 3.

Dates:

Friday, May 1: 12-1pm PST

Friday, May 8: 12-1pm PST

Friday, May 22: 12-1pm PST

Supplies needed: watercolors, paintbrush and paper (I will send a recommended supply list when you register.)

(embroidery by HER little love project)

In a world that glorifies hustle and celebrates being busy, taking a moment to pause can feel revolutionary, rebellious, and sometimes impossible. 

We are excited to invite you to a very special collaboration ~ Her Little Love Project and Red Circle Shadow are joining to bring you “The Art of Slowing Down.” A restorative, grounding workshop designed to help you reconnect with yourself, give you space to breathe, and embrace the beauty of a slower pace.

T h e   A r t   o f   S l o w i n g   D o w n

Description: Through guided reflections, simple mindfulness practices, and interactive discussions, this workshop will explore how intentional slowing down can enhance your creativity, connectedness, and fulfillment. You will learn the meditative art of hand embroidery—a tactile, mindful activity that encourages patience, presence, and calm.

Date & Time: Friday, June 13: 9:30am - 12:30 pm - SOLD OUT

Saturday, June 21: 9am-12pm - SOLD OUT

Friday, September 25: 9:30am-12:30pm - SOLD OUT

Thursday, November 20: 9:30am-12:30pm - SOLD OUT

Friday, November 21: 8:30pm-11:30pm - 5 seats available

Location: Jeanne’s home in Sammamish

RSVP: Email and venmo Jeanne-Hansen-3 to reserve your spot.  

Cost: $120. Included in the cost, you will take home the following supplies to continue your embroidery practice: Embroidery hoop, needle, embroidery floss, pattern, practice fabric, and a tote bag (embroidered by you!)

Come as you are—no experience with mindfulness or embroidery needed. Bring yourself, an open mind, and the willingness to slow down. We can’t wait to bring this to life with you all. Reach out with questions.

To a moment of slow,

Jeanne + Courtney

“It was pure magic. It’s wasn’t just a workshop, it was a life experience and filled with such tender moments. Such a gift you both have, and I’m so thankful you want to share it with us!” - Megan Riley

“I am obsessed. This workshop with the incredible Courtney and Jeanne was an absolute joy! I learned a new creative skill, I tapped into my mind and body in new ways. I can’t recommend this enough.” - Stella Hutson

“Nature is about to show us how beautiful it is to let go.” - unknown

Step into a quiet, sensory-rich experience where art and presence meet. This workshop is a space to slow down, observe the season, and reconnect with the subtle beauty of the natural world through painting fall leaves.

There will be time to move at an unhurried pace, explore leaves with curiosity and openness - looking at texture, color, shape, and the quiet stories each leaf carries.

You will learn tips and tricks to paint the leaves (which can be applied to painting anything). There will be gentle prompts that invite reflection: noticing patterns in nature, embracing imperfection, and cultivating a sense of presence through creative practice. 

No prior art experience is needed—only a willingness to explore, observe, and create.

By the end, you’ll leave not only with a series of painted leaves, but with a deeper connection to the rhythms of nature, a quieter mind, and a renewed sense of creative flow. 

This workshop will include:

• Reflection questions about your life inspired by the wisdom of leaves

•. Creative exercises to break through blocks and stories that don’t serve us (like “I am not an artist.”)

• Tips and skills to paint leaves

• Space for connection

It is designed with a beginner watercolor artist in mind.

Details

Cost: $80 USD

Date: Tuesday, October 27, 10am-12pm PST

Supplies needed: watercolors, pencil, paintbrush, watercolor paper, and pen + paper to journal

Space is limited. Email jcbiss@gmail.com and PayPal (jcbiss@gmail.com) or venmo (Jeanne-Hansen-3) to reserve your spot.

Additional offerings

Individual Session: 90 minute session $350

Group Session: 90 minute session. A great opportunity to connect and increase wellbeing on your team or among friends.

“What I loved most about the leaves workshop was the space to just play and bask in the joy of creating art without the pressure of feeling like I needed a master a brand new skill or arrive at a finished product. I loved the space to just DO ART… it left me feeling so inspired to try more things for the sake of the happiness it may bring me!” - Andrea Rice

Personal Story: Painting fall leaves is a very meditative and peaceful process. I have always loved and admired the colors of fall and the changing leaves. Over the years, I have observed, photographed, and painted them. When I lived in Miami, Florida, my dad would mail me the fall leaves. I could smell them the moment I got the envelope~ each one a treasure. Now as a mother, my children teach me how to revel in their magic whether magically floating in the air by a spiders web or the crunching sound they make. Fall is a perfect time to slow down, observe, and reflect.

Step into a slow, spacious morning of creativity and reflection inspired by the beauty of nature. This 2-hour Art Journaling workshop blends mindfulness, painting and writing to help you reconnect with your inner voice through nature.

You will be invited to observe nature with fresh eyes—noticing color, texture, rhythm, and seasonal change—and translate those impressions onto the page. You don’t need to be a “writer” or an “artist.” This workshop is about presence, curiosity, and personal expression, not perfection.

What You’ll Gain

- Tools for mindful observation and creative journaling you can use anywhere

- Fresh creative energy sparked by nature

- A few meaningful journal pages rooted in your own lived experience

This workshop is ideal for creatives, nature lovers, and anyone seeking a restorative pause and a new way to listen inward, guided by the quiet wisdom of the garden. 🌿

Details:

February 7, 12-2pm at Bellevue Botanical Gardens = SOLD OUT

“There is a vitality, a life force, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and there is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique, and if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium; and be lost.” - Martha Graham

This is an experiential workshop exploring how creativity can unlock new perspectives and "a-has" for ourselves that talking cannot. For most of us, our creativity is an underused muscle that has limitless potential. It is one of the healthiest, most alive parts of ourselves.

Bring a current challenge or issue from your own life and experience what can shift when you engage your creative muscles. Come to play and leave with some new tools in your belt to use with life, for healing and as a human being.

Supplies needed: Pen/pencil and paper

Hosted on Zoom. Space is limited. Email jcbiss@gmail.com and PayPal or venmo Jeanne-Hansen-3 to reserve your spot.

Date: coming soon

(We will not be painting during this workshop; however, you may be inspired to after.)

“I just can't express enough how much this 75 minutes has changed my life, my perspective, and ways to play within coaching my clients-- it brings tears to my eyes. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.” - Brittany Curcio

A coloring party is a gathering focused on connection and meaningful conversation. We gather to color, talk, and connect over the theme of the party.

Coloring is good for us, because it:

- Reduces stress and anxiety – Repetitive, gentle motion helps calm the nervous system

- Encourages mindfulness – Coloring brings attention to the present moment through color, shape, and sensation.

Boosts creativity and mood – Playing with color stimulates imagination and can create a sense of joy and accomplishment

Offerings:

- Host package: I will lead a coloring party for your team or group.

- Asset package: If you are a coach, leader or experienced in gatherings, you can purchase the coloring pages + conversation starters to lead your own! Includes a 30 minute set-up call for any questions.

- Custom coloring pages: Does your gathering have a specific theme or intention? I can create custom coloring pages with images and text that serve your needs

Unsure of your needs? Email jcbiss@gmail.com to discuss.

Past themes:

- The Wisdom of the Women Before Us

- The Wisdom of our Children

- The Beauty of Aging

- A Beautiful Life

- What I would tell my younger self

- Creativity + Motherhood

- Wabi Sabi - Embracing Imperfection

- How to Take a bath *lessons in self-care

“Nature can bring you stillness. That is its gift to you.” Eckhart Tolle

Painting flowers is a joyful process. My mom, an exceptional gardener, had a major surgery in 2015 and I had the honor of caring for her. While she was recovering, I started painting flowers for her as entertainment. I experienced so much joy while observing and painting them, I never stopped. Most often I paint flowers in acrylic; however this workshop will be taught with watercolors.

This workshop will include:

- Reflection questions about your life inspired by the wisdom of a tulip

- Creative exercises to break through blocks and stories that don’t serve us (ex. “I am not an artist.”)

- Tips and skills to paint tulips

- Space for connection

It is designed with a beginner watercolor artist in mind.

Email jcbiss@gmail.com and PayPal or venmo Jeanne-Hansen-3 to reserve your spot.

Details

- Sunday, April 26 2-5pm. Register at KAC.

Supplies needed: watercolors, black permanent pen, paintbrush and paper (I will send a recommendation supply list when you register.)

Additional offerings

Individual Session: 90 minute session $350

Group Session: 90 minute session. A great opportunity to connect and increase wellbeing on your team or among friends.

Email to schedule a private or group session.

“I don’t want to spoil too much. But it’s not actually about the tulips. Or the paintings. Or being an artist. It’s about learning to unlearn. About remembering that you were born perfect. And that you still are. I still am.” - Courtney Ochoa

“Your workshops for me are quite simply a gift. I think I find them so lovely because you are able to convey to others a sensibility about all that surrounds us - the beauty, the simplicity of looking closely at the world, embracing our own creativity. You are able to share that in your quiet, thoughtful way without any affectation.” - Beth Armstrong

This is an experiential workshop exploring how creativity can unlock new perspectives and "a-has" for ourselves and our clients that talking cannot. For most of us, our creativity is an underused muscle that has limitless potential. It is one of the healthiest, most alive parts of ourselves. Bring a current challenge or issue from your own life and experience what can shift when you engage your creative muscles. Come to play and leave with some new tools in your belt as a coach and human being.

“This workshop is truly a must. I have learned a few creativity based coaching exercises from Jeanne over the years and they have added SO MUCH value to my coaching. Especially recommend for coaches who struggle to bring embodiment to coaching, this work offers a new access point to help clients get out of their analytical thinking mind.” - Emily Cardamon

“I just can't express enough how much this 75 minutes has changed my life, my perspective, and ways to play within coaching my clients-- it brings tears to my eyes. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.” - Brittany Curcio

The Creative Well will help harness your creative power in your daily life. We are all artists. And our creativity is like a well full of healing, peace, and joy that we must tend to. In this four week workshop, you will learn different techniques to tap into your creativity to build resilience, self-awareness, and mindfulness.

For four weeks we will come together to explore creativity and its benefits. The workshop will consist of personal reflection, guided discussion and creative exercises. In between the sessions, you will be encouraged to develop creative rituals to tend to your well.

Materials needed: A black pen, watercolor paints, magazines for collage and paper.

Space is limited.