Category Archives: Students

The Family Life Cycle Theory

Posted on February 24, 2020 by arttherapy

All families go through a variety of circumstances. Recently, second year MPS Art Therapy students discussed and created visual representations of The Family Life Cycle Theory. This theory outlines the stages of development that a family may be going through. … Continue reading →

Posted in 2020, Art, In Class, Students

Special Project with El Puente Williams Plaza After School Program

Posted on February 21, 2020 by arttherapy

MPS Art Therapy had a great time collaborating with the El Puente Williams Plaza After School Program yesterday! Participants created mixed media, self-representational album covers.

Posted in 2020, Art, Special Programs and Projects, Students, Workshops

MPS Art Therapy Student Highlight: Lillian Beach

Posted on February 21, 2020 by arttherapy

MPS Art Therapy: What drew you to Art Therapy? Lillian: I’ve always been interested in art, and [it’s been] present in my home life. I’ve always wanted to do some kind of career where I could help others so when … Continue reading →

Posted in 2020, Art, Students

MPS Art Therapy Student Highlight: Julia Ponce

Posted on February 7, 2020 by arttherapy

MPS Art Therapy: What inspired you to pursue a career in Art Therapy? Julia: My industrial design background helped me to find art therapy because my undergrad thesis was to create a product to help children express their emotions. Through … Continue reading →

Posted in 2020, Art, Students

Mural Project Collaboration: Public Event

Posted on January 28, 2020 by arttherapy

Recently, the Mural Project collaboration between Artistic Noise and SVA Art Therapy expanded participation during a public community art event. Thanks to all that contributed!

Posted in 2020, Art, Special Programs and Projects, Students

Future Art Therapists Prepare for the Professional World

Posted on January 24, 2020 by arttherapy

Community Access is a second-year class that prepares MPS Art Therapy students to enter the professional world. During the first class of the Spring 2020 semester, students were asked to imagine their future career, and consider how four aspects- money, … Continue reading →

Posted in 2020, Art, In Class, Students

MPS Art Therapy Special Project: Gilda’s Club

Posted on January 24, 2020 by arttherapy

Last week, MPS Art Therapy students accompanied SVA’s Special Projects Coordinator, Val Sereno, to Gilda’s Club NYC. Gilda’s Club is an organization that provides free cancer support groups, lectures, social events, and workshops for cancer patients and their families. During … Continue reading →

Posted in 2020, Art, Special Programs and Projects, Students

The Mural Project, Continued

Posted on January 24, 2020 by arttherapy

More from the Mural Project collaboration between Artistic Noise and MPS Art Therapy…

Posted in 2020, Art, Special Programs and Projects, Students

Mask-making in Art Therapy

Posted on January 15, 2020 by arttherapy

Masks are ancient symbols of transcendence and power that have been used in traditions of every known culture. Creating masks in art therapy can help people better understand themselves and their relationships with others. Handmade masks foster the expression of … Continue reading →

Posted in 2020, Art, In Class, Students

MPS Art Therapy Student Highlight: Ali Competiello

Posted on December 13, 2019 by arttherapy

MPS Art Therapy recently chatted with current student, Ali, about her SVA experience. Read the full conversation below! MPS Art Therapy: What drew you to Art Therapy? Ali: My photography senior project professor told me about art therapy because he … Continue reading →

Posted in 2019, Art, In Class, Students