Message from IATA PresidentGreetings IATA Members,
This is Amber Przybyla, ATR, LPC, the new president of the Illinois Art Therapy Association for 2022. I am honored to have this opportunity to serve Illinois' dedicated community of art therapists. I also want to thank the previous and current board members of IATA and AATA for their hard work and dedication to the growth and sustainability of both associations. As we enter the new year, I reflect on the challenges we have all faced and continue to face from the pandemic. From managing our own mental health needs, the needs of our loved ones, and the increasing needs of clients along with the continuing need to address lack of diversity, barriers to equality, and inclusion in our world. While we have important work to do, I am confident we will tackle these challenges and continue to build upon the work our 2021 board has begun. I truly believe when we come together as a community, we can continue to promote and create a space of openness, accountability, and communication that can enrich ourselves and our field. I am hopeful we can continue to grow together because I know we are a community of passionate individuals who believe in each other and our work. Together, we plan to continue to support the development and growth of chapters across the state to create a robust network of support for one another. As we navigate the ever-changing pandemic we will look to CDC and WHO for recommendations and plan our events with the safety of our members, their families, and clients in mind. I hope this year we can explore the needs of our members to provide more support, increase engagement, and continue to provide structure and opportunities that reflect the needs of our current and future members. Please look out for upcoming events and ways to get involved. If anyone has ideas, thoughts, or reflections please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly. While we have an amazing board this year, I am committed and deeply believe in bringing as many voices as possible and perspectives to the table. Thank you again for this opportunity to serve you all as president in the year 2022. Thank you all for your hard work, dedication, passion, and resiliency in all that you do. We look forward to continuing to support and serve you. Warmly, Amber Przybyla, LPC, ATR |
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WELCOME TO THE ILLINOIS ART THERAPY ASSOCIATION
MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETINGS Join us from wherever you are.
We look forward to connecting with you! 2022 Meeting Schedule:
Meeting ID: 843 4011 1545
Passcode: 330885 |
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IATA Welcomes New Executive Board Members for 2022
The votes are in, and the 2021 IATA Board has confirmed the following 2022 IATA Board appointments:
Congratulations and welcome Amber, Julie, and Ryan!
- 2022 IATA President: Amber Pryzbyla, LPC, ATR
- 2022 IATA Secretary: Julie M. Ludwick, MA, ATR-BC, LCPC
- 2022 IATA Treasurer and Director of Peer Consultation & Seminar: Ryan Hansen, LPC, ATR-BC
Congratulations and welcome Amber, Julie, and Ryan!
We are still seeking a Communications Director for the 2022 IATA Board. Please send nominations (name + email) to president.iata@gmail.com. You can also nominate yourself!
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
Proposals Due December 27th for January 29th Peer Consultation
Submit proposals for January Peer Consultation & Seminar by Dec. 27th: The topic will be, "Supporting clients during crises as a counselor and art therapist." Under this topic, presentations can showcase case examples, directives, and/or skillshares, etc. Proposals should include 500 words (topic, contents, & method of presentation) and resume/cv for 20min presentation online. The seminar will take place on January 29, 2022.
Please send proposals to president.iata@gmail.com
Please send proposals to president.iata@gmail.com
PEER CONSULTATION & SEMINAR 2022 SCHEDULE
- 01/29/22(Sat) January Seminar 10am-12pm (2 hour)
- 03/26/22(Sat) Peer Consultation: 10am-11:30am (1.5 hour)
- 05/28/22(Sat) Peer Consultation: 10am-11:30am (1.5 hour)
- 07/30/22(Sat) July Seminar: 10am-12pm (2 hour)
- 09/24/22(Sat) Peer Consultation: 10am-11:30am (1.5 hour)
- 11/12/22(Sat) Peer Consultation: 10am-11:30am (1.5 hour)
Learning From COVID-19 Experiences Conference, February 3-5, 2022
Register to attend online
The Learning from COVID 19 Experiences Project Team through Florida State University invites you to register now for the:
Learning from COVID 19 Experiences Online Conference
THURSDAY-SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3-5, 2022
The Learning from COVID-19 Experiences Online Conference will provide art therapists with important opportunities for exchanges with Russian art therapy colleagues regarding best practices for fostering youth and family resilience related to pandemic experiences. The full conference schedule is available and registration is now open.
https://covidartlearning.fsu.edu/conference-schedule/
https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2tvmXOaf6QuHdR4
Highlights of the conference include keynote presentations by Russian art therapist and educator Dr. Liudmila Lebedeva who will address: The Possibilities of Art Therapy: Overcoming Pandemic Stress and Resilience in the Face of COVID 19, and by psychologist and grief therapy specialist, Dr. Robert A. Neimeyer, who will present When Grief Goes Viral: Mourning and Meaning in the COVID Pandemic.
In total, 2 keynote presentations, 5 workshops webinars, and 12 paper and panel presentations are being offered. Additionally, networking events (breakout sessions with translation assistance) will be offered to provide participants with additional opportunities to speak with presenters and colleagues. A virtual exhibit of artworks by art therapists reflecting on pandemic experiences will also open on February 3rd, 2022. Please see our Virtual Exhibit webpage for a preview and listing of participating art therapists.
https://covidartlearning.fsu.edu/virtual-exhibit/
We are pleased to offer this conference free of charge, but advance registration is required. Please sign up as soon as possible as space may be limited.
For more information, view our website and register today.
https://covidartlearning.fsu.edu/
Thank you,
Barbara Parker-Bell, PsyD ATR-BC
Project Coordinator,
bparkerbell@fsu.edu
Cui Jing
Project Assistant
cj19f@fsu.edu
Learning from COVID 19 Experiences Online Conference
THURSDAY-SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3-5, 2022
The Learning from COVID-19 Experiences Online Conference will provide art therapists with important opportunities for exchanges with Russian art therapy colleagues regarding best practices for fostering youth and family resilience related to pandemic experiences. The full conference schedule is available and registration is now open.
https://covidartlearning.fsu.edu/conference-schedule/
https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2tvmXOaf6QuHdR4
Highlights of the conference include keynote presentations by Russian art therapist and educator Dr. Liudmila Lebedeva who will address: The Possibilities of Art Therapy: Overcoming Pandemic Stress and Resilience in the Face of COVID 19, and by psychologist and grief therapy specialist, Dr. Robert A. Neimeyer, who will present When Grief Goes Viral: Mourning and Meaning in the COVID Pandemic.
In total, 2 keynote presentations, 5 workshops webinars, and 12 paper and panel presentations are being offered. Additionally, networking events (breakout sessions with translation assistance) will be offered to provide participants with additional opportunities to speak with presenters and colleagues. A virtual exhibit of artworks by art therapists reflecting on pandemic experiences will also open on February 3rd, 2022. Please see our Virtual Exhibit webpage for a preview and listing of participating art therapists.
https://covidartlearning.fsu.edu/virtual-exhibit/
We are pleased to offer this conference free of charge, but advance registration is required. Please sign up as soon as possible as space may be limited.
For more information, view our website and register today.
https://covidartlearning.fsu.edu/
Thank you,
Barbara Parker-Bell, PsyD ATR-BC
Project Coordinator,
bparkerbell@fsu.edu
Cui Jing
Project Assistant
cj19f@fsu.edu
SO LATE SO SOON
A Film by Daniel Hymanson
A Film by Daniel Hymanson
So Late So Soon, a new documentary directed by Daniel Hymanson premieres this Friday at the Gene Siskel Film Center. The film profiles Chicago artists Jackie and Don Seiden* as they navigate a half century of marriage and artistic practice.
A bit more about the film: Half a century into their marriage, they approach the fragility of their elderly lives in their own distinct ways. Jackie, notorious for her unbound energy, is constantly on the move, inspired to create works of art while also maintaining the couple’s multistory, eccentric Victorian house. Don steadily sketches in his notebook while facing alarming interruptions to his health. Filmmaker Daniel Hymanson immersed himself with the Seidens, on-and-off for five years, capturing the hardships of aging as well as a view into enduring companionship, in this charming character study. See the trailer here and the film's review in the Hollywood Reporter.
The film will be showing throughout the weekend with director Daniel Hymanson and film participant Jackie Seiden in person at select screenings - we’d love to see you there and I’m providing more information about the screenings and the film below should you care to share this with your fellow board members and/or staff.
So Late So Soon @ the Gene Siskel Film Center
Tickets: https://www.siskelfilmcenter.org/so-late-so-soon
*Don Seiden is an artist, art educator and pioneer of art therapy in the Midwest. His artwork has appeared in over thirty-five solo and group shows as well as in private collections, and his work and home have been featured in numerous local and national publications.
In addition to founding the art therapy department at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he has also served as a former chair for the sculpture, art education and art therapy departments at SAIC. Seiden is co-author of Direct Metal Sculpture and author of Mind Over Matter, author and illustrator of Artobiography, and co-author of the just-released Art Works: How Making Art Illuminates Your Life, with Amy G. Davis. (Excerpt credited to: http://www.donseiden.com/bio.htm)
A bit more about the film: Half a century into their marriage, they approach the fragility of their elderly lives in their own distinct ways. Jackie, notorious for her unbound energy, is constantly on the move, inspired to create works of art while also maintaining the couple’s multistory, eccentric Victorian house. Don steadily sketches in his notebook while facing alarming interruptions to his health. Filmmaker Daniel Hymanson immersed himself with the Seidens, on-and-off for five years, capturing the hardships of aging as well as a view into enduring companionship, in this charming character study. See the trailer here and the film's review in the Hollywood Reporter.
The film will be showing throughout the weekend with director Daniel Hymanson and film participant Jackie Seiden in person at select screenings - we’d love to see you there and I’m providing more information about the screenings and the film below should you care to share this with your fellow board members and/or staff.
So Late So Soon @ the Gene Siskel Film Center
Tickets: https://www.siskelfilmcenter.org/so-late-so-soon
*Don Seiden is an artist, art educator and pioneer of art therapy in the Midwest. His artwork has appeared in over thirty-five solo and group shows as well as in private collections, and his work and home have been featured in numerous local and national publications.
In addition to founding the art therapy department at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he has also served as a former chair for the sculpture, art education and art therapy departments at SAIC. Seiden is co-author of Direct Metal Sculpture and author of Mind Over Matter, author and illustrator of Artobiography, and co-author of the just-released Art Works: How Making Art Illuminates Your Life, with Amy G. Davis. (Excerpt credited to: http://www.donseiden.com/bio.htm)
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IATA is Creating a Virtual Art Quilt
Contribute your artwork...
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IATA is working on a virtual art quilt on our Instagram page. We invite art therapists to submit images of their artwork in the spirit of connection. Post your image, a brief description, and something about yourself directly to Instagram @illinoisarttherapyassociation with the following hashtag #IATAartquilt. Those who do not use social media can email their content to socialmediachair.iata@gmail.com, and we'll post it for you!
We'd love to virtually connect with all art therapists across Illinois and beyond! |
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