Man was made to create albeit that creativity is expressed differently; and ever since man has made art, it has provided benefits to both the artist and those appreciating the art. These benefits are both psychological and physiological, confirmed through the positive impact of music therapy, art therapy, and other creative modalities.
Even patients with Alzheimer’s or dementia benefit from music therapy as a person’s rhythmic response is tied to the motor center of the brain that requires little or no cognitive or mental processing. Those with one of these conditions who engage in music therapy are often able to respond powerfully to music, even in the late stages of the disease. That’s powerful!
Consider how songs become significant during special or hard times in life. So often they express our heart when our words fall short.
The simple act of making, sharing, or receiving something creative benefits both mental and physical health. A growing body of scientific evidence suggests that expression through creative arts helps an individual feel more connected, more whole, and more at peace.
With so many benefits, why wouldn’t you join us for our Art Immersion Expedition this Thursday!
The excursion will include visiting the River Center to enjoy the Beyond Van Gogh Immersive Experience in the morning and the Figge Art Museum, featuring The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz exhibit, in the afternoon.
ART IMMERSION EXPEDITION
Thursday, July 6
Leaving from Body Moves Wellness Studio at 8:45AM
We will leave the studio parking lot at 8:45AM and carpool to Davenport. Once there, the group will first take in the Van Gogh display. Next, individuals can come prepared to enjoy a picnic lunch or eat out at a local restaurant. Following the mid-day meal, the group will visit the Figge Art museum together. Different carpools can decide how long they participate before heading home.
The cost will be minimal. The Van Gogh experience is $34. The art museum is $10 for adults. Seniors (60+) receive free admission on this day as it’s the first Thursday of the month. Those carpooling will share a few dollars with the driver for gas money. If you are willing to drive, please let us know as soon as possible either when visiting the studio or by phone/email.
We will be purchasing tickets for the Van Gogh experience
on Monday, July 3.
Please let us know by SUNDAY NIGHT
if you would like us to buy your ticket in advance.
Also, be sure to sign up online (click here!!)
to ensure we have accurate numbers for the carpool!
For questions or inquiries about any of these events, call (319) 337-4777 or email fitnessatbodymoves@gmail.com.