 WHOLENESS

Creativity is the New Vitamin C:

Meet the Artist, Anne Yates Burst

For Anne Yates Burst, a professional artist for nearly 70 years, creativity has always been a passion . Burst, a long-time Winter Park resident who at a young age met creative giants Ernest Hemingway and Lilly Pulitzer, credits that early passion for the first work in a lifetime of masterpieces: a kindergarten art project . “My kindergarten teacher talked to my parents, and she thought that I was very good for somebody my age . . .from that time on, I thought of myself as somebody who was good at art .” Burst received her bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts and Art History from Florida State University, where she studied under the German-American Impressionist Karl Zerbe . She credits her time in Tallahassee as the springboard for a creative life, one that culminated with her paintings in galleries and private collections throughout the country . Burst’s most recent donation, a 48 x 72 in . Impressionist painting given to the Center for Health & Wellbeing about two years ago, is not only a testament to her generosity, but to her continued dedication to creative pursuits . “I just had to put that painting up there . I just knew that my painting had that teal color and bright colors that children would like to see .” Now, at 88 years old, Burst speaks to how creativity keeps her in great physical shape . She attributes a rigorous fitness regimen — painting — for positively impacting her overall health and wellbeing and supporting her longevity . “I’ve just never sat down [while painting],” she says . “I have a seat that I can sit on, but I never sit . . . I mean, you are up, you are down . You’re bending over . I do have friends who work on little canvases, and they use watercolors, but they don’t move . I mean, I’m all over the place .” And all over the place, she is . Burst and her family’s world travels often inspire her themed collections done in various techniques and mediums . Her ‘The Sienna Collection’ was

inspired by a month spent in Tuscany . After a three-week trip in Africa, she created a set of works that includes fabric tapestry, paintings, a veranda’s interior, and a tropical garden design . Burst says she prefers large abstract paintings in vibrant hues, and sometimes mixes paint with words of humor and found objects . Accessibility to a medium —or lack thereof — serves no barrier for creating beauty, a lesson Burst shares with anyone seeking to create their own works of art and pursue creativity at any age . “Sometimes, I paint on wallpaper, or shower curtains,” she says . “I’ll paint on anything . One of my biggest sources is people’s trash cans . People throw things out that are just wonderful because they see nothing but how it is . They don’t see how it could be . When you have a lot of time and you don’t have much money and you have little children, sometimes we would all be painting furniture . It’s fun .” As a longtime member of the Peggy & Philip B . Crosby Wellness Center at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, Burst looks to other ways to stay active and allow herself to feel inspired — gardening and walking . Research has shown the positive effect of nature and guided nature walks on mental health . In fact, spending time in nature strengthens Burst’s emotional health and creativity . “I think staying active is one of the most important things you can do for your health . I garden a lot . my daughter tells me not to . She says, mom, don’t do that at my age, but I love to garden . I walk a lot . . . At my age, nothing comes easily you know . I can do it, but it’s not as easy as it used to be . The whole key is to keep on doing it .”

Get Your Dose of Vitamin C

at the Center for Health & Wellbeing

Scan the QR code to discover upcoming community education programs that serve your dose of Vitamin C.

WINTER 2022 SPECIAL PROGRAMS

These CHWB Community Education

Programs serve your dose of Vitamin C.

Thursday, January 6, 10 – 11 aM Fundamentals of Singing

Learn how the joy of singing can impact your wellbeing! With a teaching artist from CFCArts, you’ll discover the foundation of good singing by working through such concepts as breath support, pitch matching and diction while performing vocal exercises & familiar songs.

Tuesday, January 11, 1 – 2 PM Vision Board Workshop

Vision boards are a wonderful way to start working toward your personal goals and dreams. Using a series of word prompts, your guide from CFCArts will lead you on a journey of self-discovery as you choose pictures to embody your next steps on your wellbeing journey.

Thursday, January 13, 10 – 11 aM Life Skills of Acting

Discover how the enjoyment of theatrical play can support your emotional wellbeing, connection with others, and inspire confidence. In this workshop you will learn the basics of stage acting through the use of theater games, role-playing, and script readings.

Thursday, January 20, 10 aM – noon Clay Beads for Beginners

Thursday, February 3, 10 aM – noon Pottery Painting

Spring is just around the corner. Why not delight your children, grandchildren or yourself with a new addition to your table? Join clay artist Liz Kitchens as she guides you in the process of hand-painting and hand-crafting your own bunny-themed serving dish.

Thursday, February 10, 10 – 11:30 aM

Unleash your creativity while meeting others in this interactive program on clay creations! Clay artist Liz Kitchens will guide you in designing your own jewelry using colorful polymer clay beads with a simple, quick procedure: condition, cut and sculpt polymer clay before baking it and stringing the beads into jewelry.

The Story of the Blues: Finding Your Voice Through a Historic Genre

Thursday, January 27, 10 – 11 aM Dance Your HeART Out

Embrace your inner dancer in this fun and creative dance offering led by a CFCArts Teaching Artist. You’ll move, stretch, and dance to fun, energizing music while exploring expressive dance styles. No previous dance experience required. This workshop is designed to inspire even the most self-conscious person to discover their ability to move! The Blues has provided a voice for the voiceless during historic periods of oppression and has inspired the lyrical storytelling style we enjoy in music today. As the nation celebrates Black History Month in February, this program is the perfect way to honor this uniquely American art form. This 90-minute workshop will feature the history of the Blues and teach participants how to write their own Blues style song. You’ll also enjoy performances by a live vocalist and pianist!

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SMALL BITES

With Chef Collette

Taking small steps towards big change is the best way to establish healthy habits, and that’s true in the kitchen, too. Join Chef Collette Haw of Nourish Co ee Bar + Kitchen at the Center for Health & Wellbeing every Monday beginning January 2022 on the CHWB Facebook page for “Small Bites with Chef Collette.” Chef Collette is answering her most asked culinary questions while sharing her tips and tricks for preparing nutritious, delicious food.