Drawing for Mindfulness | NDIS Art Mentoring Program

✍️ Drawing for Mindfulness

Calm the Mind Through Creative Focus

Drawing is a soothing and mindful practice that helps participants slow down, focus on the present moment, and express themselves without pressure. This gentle 6-week program introduces simple sketching and doodling exercises designed to support emotional well-being and attention skills.

No experience required — only curiosity.

✨ What Participants Will Learn

✅ Guided mindfulness drawing exercises
✅ Techniques for calming the mind through art
✅ Practicing focus and patience
✅ Exploring patterns, shapes, and textures
✅ How drawing can become a daily wellness tool
✅ Confidence building through positive feedback

✅ NDIS Funding Eligibility

This program supports emotional regulation, independence, and daily life skills:

Capacity Building → Improved Daily Living
✔ Helps with attention, routines, and coping strategies
✔ Promotes relaxation and self-management skills

Capacity Building → Increased Social & Community Participation
✔ Builds confidence in sharing creative outcomes
✔ Supports wellbeing for more active participation

🧠 Goal Alignment Example

“To learn creative techniques that help me relax, improve focus, and confidently express myself.”

📅 Program Format

Duration: 60 minutes per week
Length: 6 weeks
Delivery: Online 1:1 mentoring or small groups
Cost: $720 (NDIS invoice available)

Why This Program Matters

🧘 Supports positive mental health and emotional regulation
✍️ Encourages routine and a sense of achievement
🌟 Builds self-confidence through creativity
👥 Improves communication and social interaction

Participants finish with a personal sketchbook of mindful art pages they can keep and continue building.