Glassblowing Studio Goes Virtual To Help Manage Isolation Anxiety With Art
The digital events are each day through May 15th
A West Side ceramics and glassblowing studio is launching a free weeklong virtual art experience for neighbors struggling during the coronavirus pandemic.
The event series will also mark the debut of the studio’s new name, Firebird Community Arts.
Normally, the art center uses glassblowing and wheel throwing as a medium for healing for young people who have experienced trauma. That pain has been further exacerbated by coronavirus.
Looking to help, Firebird Community Arts is using its virtual events as a way to share its trauma-informed programming with families who can benefit from the same therapeutic practices that have helped people on the West Side on their healing journeys.
In one of the virtual events, Project Fire youth will have a group discussion with clinical psychologist Dr. Bradley Stolbach about the importance of staying connected while social distancing. The conversation will provide a chance for young people to share how they navigate their thoughts and emotions through trying times so viewers can learn ways to cope with the isolation brought on by the pandemic.
“We go through way worse of trauma than just this pandemic,” said Project Fire alumnus Deaunata Holman.
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