During May 2026,  Spark Your Creative will  be hosting a special celebration in honor of the 2-year anniversary of  the book Creative Sparks: 21 Affirmations and Inspiration for Creativity at Midlife—and in recognition of Older Americans Month.

This feels like a meaningful moment to pause and reflect on what creativity looks like as we grow, evolve, and move through different seasons of life.

Because creativity at midlife and beyond isn’t just about making things.
It’s about:
Reclaiming your voice
Honoring your experiences
And giving yourself permission to express what’s still unfolding

Over the month of May, there will be:

• Book Special:  Get a signed copy of Creative Sparks and some swag for only $15 here.
• Some readings of key passages from the book and journal prompts.
• Pop Up Book Signing & Sale with the Maryland Writer's Association at the Gaithersburg Book Festival, Gaithersburg, Maryland.
• A 5 Day Challenge to reconnect with your creativity.
• Information about the powerful health benefits of creative aging.
• Live interview with visual Artist, Alma Roberts in Celebration of Older Americans Month!

Check out the schedule above and follow the Spark Your Creative on Instagram at (https://www.instagram.com/sparkyourcreative/) or on the Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/SparkYourCreative/)  for more information and to participate!

In times of uncertainty, stress, or transition, creativity can often feel out of reach—yet it is one of the most powerful tools we have for grounding, healing, and renewal. Reignite Your Creative Spark is a one-hour virtual workshop designed to help you reconnect with your creative voice, even in the midst of life’s challenges.

Through guided reflection, accessible creative tips and exercises, participants will explore how to move through blocks, quiet self-doubt, and rediscover the joy of creating without pressure or perfection. This workshop centers creativity as both a personal refuge and a pathway to resilience.

Participants will:

• Identify common emotional and mental barriers to creativity during difficult times
• Engage in a short grounding or mindfulness exercise to reset and refocus
• Explore simple and creative practices to spark inspiration
• Reframe  creativity as a tool for self-care, expression, and empowerment
• Leave with a personalized intention and practical strategies to sustain their creative practice.

This session is ideal for artists, writers, and the creative curious seeking to reconnect with their creativity—especially those navigating life transitions, burnout, or uncertainty. No prior creative experience is required—just a willingness to show up and begin again.

Sunday, March 29, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The Catonsville Clubhouse, 10 St. Timonthys Lane, Catonsville, MD
Facilitated by Sharon J. Burton of Spark Your Creative Coaching

Color, Cut, Create is a in-person, two-hour, hands-on creative experience designed to help you reconnect with your intuition through the playful and reflective practice of intuitive collage journaling.

Using simple materials magazines, scissors, glue, and your journal you’ll explore the power of allowing intuition to guide your creative choices rather than striving for planning or perfection. Through guided prompts, mindfulness techniques, and reflective journaling, you’ll uncover the hidden stories, emotions, and insights that emerge naturally through your collage pages.

No prior art experience is necessary just an open heart and a willingness to explore.

By the end of the session, you will leave with:

-A series of expressive collage journal pages created intuitively
-Practical tools to incorporate intuitive collage into your ongoing self-care or creative practice
-Renewed clarity, inspiration, and a deeper connection to your creative self

Come ready to color, cut, and create your way into a space of joy, reflection, and creative renewal.

The workshop in presented as a part of Tribe 55+ Women's Art Collective's  residency and exhibition with The Baltimore County Arts Guild and is funded by a generous grant from the Catonsville Women's Giving Circle.
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Offered by Art Works Now Creative Aging Program
(Ages 55+)

Art Works Now
4800 Rhode Island Ave #1
Hyattsville, MD 20781

Monday • 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. - 9 week class
January 5, 12, February 2, 9, 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23

For more information and to register, click here.

Tap into your inner wisdom. Tell your story in images. Discover joy in creative expression.

This enriching 9-week in person course invites you to explore the world of intuitive collage and art journaling as a gentle, expressive, and meditative art practice. No artistic skill is needed—just a curious heart and a willingness to reflect. 

Through weekly sessions, you’ll learn to trust your instincts, let go of perfectionism, and express your personal stories, memories, and intentions in beautiful, layered journal pages. Each session includes a calming mindfulness practice, simple collage techniques, and reflective journaling prompts designed to nurture self-awareness and creativity.

​SoulCollage® Basics: Create and Discover
A Virtual Workshop for Beginners
Sunday, November 9, 2025
2:00 pm ET- 4:00 pm ET
Via Zoom
Register Here

Step into the world of SoulCollage® in this gentle two-hour workshop designed for beginners. You’ll learn the basics of this powerful, intuitive practice and discover how simple images can help you connect with your inner wisdom.

In this workshop, you will:

• Learn the SoulCollage® process – what it is and how it can support creativity, self-discovery, and personal growth.
• Create your first SoulCollage® card – a hands-on experience guided step-by-step in a supportive, reflective space.
• Explore the meaning behind your images – uncover messages and insights that speak uniquely to you.

No artistic experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and an open heart. By the end of our time together, you’ll have a beautiful, meaningful card and a deeper understanding of how to continue your SoulCollage® journey.
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What is SoulCollage®?
SoulCollage® is a deeply personal, creative collage practice that supports:

• Self-discovery, acceptance, and empowerment
• Intuitive insight and creative expression
• Inclusive community and mutual encouragement
• Soulful healing through imagery, imagination, and reflection

What to Expect:

• Opening Ritual: Welcome and introductions
• Focusing Activity: Guided meditation, sacred reading, or poetry
• Creative Time: Hands-on card making in a quiet, contemplative space
• Reflection: Journaling and connecting with your new cards
• Sharing: Small group discussion
• Closing Ritual: A simple card reading and group close

🎨 What You’ll Need: Scissors, glue, a few magazines or images, and a card base (details provided after registration)

Reserve your spot today and experience the magic of SoulCollage® for yourself!