Learning to See
Claim This Podcastby Jen Alward
Podcast Overview
<p>Do you wish you could find hope and healing through something you enjoy? In these podcasts Jen will walk you though creative exercises designed to do just that. Engage your sense of play and wonder in order to deepen your insight and bring about new layers of awareness and healing. Attend to your heart, soul, and relationships, grow as an individual, deepen your connection and understanding of God, and have fun in the process! Jen will introduce you to a variety of ways to harness the healing power of art for yourself and those you work with. She'll introduce activities, walk through reflection questions and discuss how to customize every piece of this process to best suit your needs. Plus, special guests will join us regularly to help us gain perspective and learn to see more clearly :)</p><br><p>If you want to learn more, see my art, work with me, or be a future guest check out these links:</p><br><p>Membership:</p><p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/Learningtoseestudio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learning to See Studio </a></p><br><p>Instagram:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/stories/learningtoseestudio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learning to See Studio</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenalward/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jen Alward</a></p><br><p>Websites:</p><p><a href="https://www.learningtoseestudio.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learning to See Studio</a></p><br><p>YouTube:</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LearningtoSeeStudio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learning to See Studio</a></p><br><p>Twitter/X:</p><p><a href="https://x.com/Learn2SeeStudio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn2SeeStudio</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
June 29, 2026
Exploring the Names of God Through Art
<p>It's the 1/2 mark and I thought I'd review the 26 names we've already created cards for. You can watch this epsiode on <a href="https://youtu.be/PXX4x2kVilQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a> to see the cards.</p><br><p>Come join us as we study the next 26 names on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/Learningtoseestudio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a>. There are weekly videos to walk you through the art process and discuss the verses and insights of others who have studied the names before us. In the write-ups you'll find all sorts of helpful links and ideas to dive a little deeper into what the names mean in your personal life.</p><br><p>Sign ups for the fall retreat will be available soon on the Learning to See Studio <a href="https://www.learningtoseestudio.com/challenges" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">website</a>.</p><p><br></p><ul><li><a href="https://youtu.be/PXX4x2kVilQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">video</a> of this review</li><li>join the <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/Learningtoseestudio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">study</a> for the next 26 names</li><li>stay tuned for <a href="https://www.learningtoseestudio.com/challenges" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">retreat</a> sign-ups</li></ul><p><br></p><h3><strong>Who Do You Say That I Am?</strong></h3><p>Our first ever virtual retreat is taking shape and the lessons that have come in already are so so inspiring--I can't wait to share them with you!</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Nina DeLeo (<strong>El Elyon, God most High</strong>) plus a bonus lesson about prayer.</li><li>Casey Turner at Express Your Artsy Soul (<strong>Jehovah Jireh, God the Provider</strong>)</li><li>Leslie at Sacred Feather Soul Journaling (<strong>God, Father, Spirit & My Creator</strong>)</li><li>Claire Rothe (<strong>Emmanuel, God with us</strong>)</li><li>Aiko at Papercut Prayers (<strong>El Roi, the God who sees, El Roi</strong>)</li><li>Jenna Burne at Jenna Burne Art Journaling (<strong>Jehovah Rapha, the God that heals</strong>) </li><li>Laurie Richardson Haley at Mixed Media Artist (<strong>Jehovah Roah, the Lord my Shepherd</strong>) plus a bonus lesson about sheep</li><li>Sierra Hayes at Art and Affirmations (<strong>God, Prince of Peace, Shalom</strong>) </li><li>Marjolaine Simard at Art That Heals Mentoring (<strong>El Shaddai, Lord God Almighty</strong>)</li><li>Angela Coles (<strong>Jehovah-Shammah, The Lord, My Companion is There) </strong></li><li>Jen Alward at Learning to See Studio (<strong>El Chay, the Living God</strong>) plus a bonus book making lesson.</li></ul><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
September 22, 2025
Artful Prayer
<p>Today I get to introduce you to Bre Reed, Art Therapy professor at <a href="https://www.bethel.edu/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bethel University</a> and owner of <a href="https://creativeconnectionscounseling.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Creative Connections Counseling</a>, a faith based counseling center. She leads workshops at churches teaching people how to pray with art, hosts a weekly online <a href="https://creativeconnectionscounseling.net/creative-connections-prayer-group" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">prayer group</a>, and has written two <a href="https://creativeconnectionscounseling.net/my-book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">devotionals</a>. You can connect with her on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brereedatrbc/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@BreReedATRBC</a>, Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CreativConnectionsCounselingLLC" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Creative Connections Counseling LLC</a>, and her website <a href="https://creativeconnectionscounseling.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">CreativeConnectionsCounseling.net</a>.</p><br><p>Listen in to learn how a praying with art can transform our hearts, minds, bodies and souls! </p><br><p>Get all the bonus content for today's episode on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/Learningtoseestudio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> and join us for art making time during <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/Learningtoseestudio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Transformational Studio Time</a> where you'll get a special sneak peek of Bre's newest devotional "Painting in His Presence."</p><br><p>Learn more about Jen and the healing power of art at <a href="https://www.learningtoseestudio.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learning to See Studio</a></p><br><p>Would you like to introduce the healing power of art into your ministry or church? </p><p>Then the <a href="https://amzn.to/3IiyKM8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">How to CARE</a> book by Scott McElroy and Jen Alward is for you. It gives you the science, research, and Biblical backing you'll need, along with 150 art activity ideas (includingPamela's "Letting Go" project).</p><br><p>What about using art to help your family connect in new ways or to help you cope with grief? </p><p>Consider these books by Jen:</p><ul><li><a href="https://amzn.to/45ugMzl" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Finding Hope</a>: How to cope with loss using Art Therapy </li><li><a href="https://amzn.to/3JuCXwL" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hope and Healing at Home</a>: Build bridges with your kids and empower them for life with Art & Christian Therapy </li></ul><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
August 25, 2025
Healing in Arts
<p>Today I get to introduce you to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/healinginarts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pamela Alderman</a>, founder of <a href="https://healinginarts.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Healing in Arts</a>, an organization that brings hope and healing around the world through collaborative community art projects. Listen along to hear about her journey and the powerful creative projects she is facilitating (like the installations at <a href="https://www.artprize.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ArtPrize</a> this September).</p><br><p>Get all the bonus content for today's episode on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/Learningtoseestudio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> and join us for art making time during <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/Learningtoseestudio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Transformational Studio Time</a>.</p><br><p>Learn more about Jen and the healing power of art at <a href="https://www.learningtoseestudio.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learning to See Studio</a></p><br><p>Would you like to introduce the healing power of art into your ministry or church? Then the book <a href="https://amzn.to/3IiyKM8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">"How to CARE"</a> is for you. It gives you the science, research, and Biblical backing you'll need, along with 150 art activity ideas (includingPamela's "Letting Go" project).</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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- What is Learning to See?
<p>Do you wish you could find hope and healing through something you enjoy? In these podcasts Jen will walk you though creative exercises designed to do just that. Engage your sense of play and wonder in order to deepen your insight and bring about new layers of awareness and healing. Attend to your heart, soul, and relationships, grow as an individual, deepen your connection and understanding of God, and have fun in the process! Jen will introduce you to a variety of ways to harness the healing power of art for yourself and those you work with. She'll introduce activities, walk through reflection questions and discuss how to customize every piece of this process to best suit your needs. Plus, special guests will join us regularly to help us gain perspective and learn to see more clearly :)</p><br><p>If you want to learn more, see my art, work with me, or be a future guest check out these links:</p><br><p>Membership:</p><p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/Learningtoseestudio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learning to See Studio </a></p><br><p>Instagram:</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/stories/learningtoseestudio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learning to See Studio</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenalward/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jen Alward</a></p><br><p>Websites:</p><p><a href="https://www.learningtoseestudio.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learning to See Studio</a></p><br><p>YouTube:</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LearningtoSeeStudio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learning to See Studio</a></p><br><p>Twitter/X:</p><p><a href="https://x.com/Learn2SeeStudio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Learn2SeeStudio</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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