Explore body peace with creative art journaling.
I'm Kathy Kimbrough, an anti-diet dietitian who helps people like you dismantle diet culture and find a calm relationship with food.
Art journaling has become an important outlet for me to explore body image and fight perfectionism, and I'm really excited to share it with you.
I didn’t go to art school and I didn’t consider myself a “real” artist for most of my life. I find beauty and self understanding in the messy, unintentional, imperfect medium of paint, pen and collage.
I believe art journaling, body trust, and self acceptance are made for each other. If you don't think you're an artist, or if you want to challenge perfectionism in your life, these workshops are for you.
Are you a practice owner?
Want to hold an amazing team building event?
My affirmation card decks art workshop is just what you’re looking for.
Art Body Doubling
hold space for yourself and creativity this summer!
This summer, I’m holding a low-pressure creative space on Friday mornings for anyone who wants a little support showing up.
Bring your art journal, a creative project, or even a life/admin task you’ve been avoiding. You don’t have to prepare anything in advance. I’ll have prompts available if you want a little structure, but you’re also welcome to simply work quietly alongside others.
New to body doubling in general? Here’s the gist- log on, we’ll do a quick intro and check in that can include what you are working on. Everyone will mute themselves (most people leave their camera on) and then we’ll have two work periods with a quick check in at the midpoint. We’ll wrap up with a check out and optional show and share in our last 10 minutes.
We’ll meet most Fridays from 9:00–10:30 am CST on Zoom. Sessions will start on 6/12 and go through 8/21. No meeting on 6/19 in observance of Juneteenth.
These sessions are donation based with a suggested contribution of $3 per session, but payment is not required to attend. You can contribute for one week, one month, or the full summer, whatever works best for you.
Details at a glance
🕒 Friday morning 9:00-10:30 am
💻 Live on Zoom
💲 free-$30
Once you have completed our registration form, you will be added to our mailing list and will receive a weekly invitation to join the group using zoom.
Art Body Doubling is donation based with a suggested contribution of $3 per session, however payment is not required to attend.
If you’d like to contribute, choose the option that works best for you.
optional contribution
What participants are saying:
“I really appreciated the dedicated time to make art each week and the camaraderie developed having a community.”
If your inner dialogue sounds like this, these workshops are perfect for you!
I don’t even know what I like to do anymore… (I’ve spent so long focused on food/how I look.)
I used to be creative, but I don't have time for that.
I want to express myself, but I feel too self-conscious, even just being in my body.
If it’s not going to look good, what’s the point? (If I'm not going to look/be good, what's the point?
I can’t relax (I’m either thinking about my body or everything I should be doing instead)
I feel disconnected from myself… (especially from my body.)
I want to feel more at home with myself, but I don’t know how.
I know something needs to change, I just don’t know where to start—and I’m tired of doing it alone.
I wish my body image was better but I don't know what to do or how to fix it.
Body Image & Creativity Workshops
Affirmation Card Decks Art Workshop
Connect with your inner creative as we build a personalized deck of affirmation cards in this inspiring and hands-on workshop.
Perfect for artists and beginners alike, this session invites you to explore your creativity while crafting a set of cards that uplift, motivate, and center your thoughts. This workshop is specifically designed to offer a creative space to explore self-care and mindfulness.
📌 Are you a practice owner? This workshop makes an incredible team-building event. Contact me for more info.
Add your email to the hotlist and be the first to know when enrollment opens next time.
Creative Renewal Virtual Art Journaling Group
Reconnect, recharge, and rediscover your creativity in a supportive, gentle space.
Creative Renewal is a small-group, virtual art journaling experience designed to help you slow down, turn inward, and explore your body story with curiosity and compassion. This isn’t about making “good art” — it’s about using creativity as a tool for reflection, connection, and self-care.
No art experience is needed. Beginners and experienced creatives are equally welcome.
Add your email to the hotlist and be the first to know when enrollment opens next time.
Art Journaling for Body Image Workshop
Art Journaling for Body Image is designed to guide you through an inspiring creative journey that will help you to discover more to your relationship with your body and self.
So often in our journey towards self and body respect, the negative voice eclipses our compassionate voice, dampening our ability to move forward. This workshop is designed to help you decipher those voices and focus on the ones that lead you towards the life you want.
Through the therapeutic practice of art journaling, you'll embark on a personal exploration of self-expression, internal dialogue and body respect.
Add your email to the hotlist and be the first to know when enrollment opens next time.
“It was exactly what our group needed - a perfect blend of playfulness, creativity, and meaningful reflection. I appreciated how Kathy balanced gentle instruction and guidance with plenty of space for personal expression and creativity. Highly recommend for anyone looking to blend art, intention, and a little magic into their next gathering!”
What Participants Are Saying
“Kathy provided a quick and easy tutorial on how to make affirmation-card backgrounds, had a helpful list of quotes/words to get inspired, and pitched in to help participants wherever needed. She’s a Goldilocks facilitator—not too hands off and not overbearing!”
“Kathy’s art workshop was so fun! It’s rare to have a moment as an adult to play and I got that with this workshop! Kathy makes to easy to explore and create and the space was great too!”
“I loved the freedom to create, the theme and that we got to take something home! 5 stars!”
“Really helped with my self acceptance journey!”
What Participants Are Saying
“Art journaling might be my new favorite to process the emotions about food and body image! Kathy is very patient in guiding you through journal pages to start your process and continue.”
“It was so fun and relaxing to learn different art techniques while exploring a challenging topic such as body image. Kathy did a good job of facilitating dialogues around the process while also giving space for internal work to occur. Would highly recommend!!”
“So affirming. So encouraging. So freeing. Loved it!”
“Enjoyable and relaxing!”
“Such a fun and sweet experience! Thank you Kathy for your kindness and warm welcoming! A perfect thing to do on a Saturday!”