Mindful Mark Making Workshop for Medical Staff

The Connect the Dots Art Studio team — Barbara Libby-Steinmann and Anna Rochester — had the honor of leading a creative, art-based workshop for the incredible physicians and staff at Sutter Health CPMC in San Francisco.

In this 90-minute experience, participants explored basic watercolor techniques while practicing mindfulness — a powerful pairing that helps calm the brain, reduce stress, and center the nervous system.

Making and viewing art isn’t just a creative outlet — it’s a proven way to support well-being, especially for those working in high-pressure environments.