December Gatherings at The 7 Space: Art, Creation & Renewal

Every time we've had the chance to listen to Ricardo speak about his process, what stands out most is the relationship he has with his work. He refers to his pieces as his children — living beings with their own personalities, stories, and needs. He listens to them. He respects them. He lets them guide him.

It's a powerful reminder of what it means to create. Art isn't just about producing an object. It's the practice of becoming — allowing something to unfold into what it needs to be, rather than forcing it into what we think it should be.

Ricardo embodies that fully. He talks about how each piece communicates with him: how it wants to move, what it means, and when it feels complete. And there's something in that for all of us. Everything we create — a project, a piece of art, a season of personal growth — has its own life. When we're in a relationship with it and let it speak, it can move with more ease, honesty, and flow. We invite you to join us in that idea.

Ricardo is returning for an artist talk where he'll share more about his process, his newest pieces, and the conversations they spark. The opening reception alone was filled with deep reflection, creativity, and meaningful dialogue — and we're excited to bring that energy back.

On the theme of becoming, we have additional events this season to support your own creative and personal journey. These are opportunities to create something special and spaces that help you center yourself as the days grow shorter.

Create something beautiful, intentional, and entirely your own in this hands-on workshop where art, energy, and meaning meet. You’ll learn about the healing properties of different gemstones, choose the stone that speaks to your spirit, and receive step-by-step guidance to craft a ring infused with your intention.

The experience is designed to give you deep rest, a reset, and the ease your body has been craving. Through restorative movement and a healing massage, you’ll unwind the tension you’ve been carrying and drop back into your natural rhythm of calm and clarity.

Expect a warm, gentle, nourishing space that reminds your nervous system what safety, softness, and peace feel like.

Join reiki master & vibrational sound therapist, Juanita Martin, as we allow our bodies to be bathed in sound, vibration, and healing energy.

This Sound Bath Meditation is a fully immersive experience that uses sound bowls, Reiki energy, and guided intention to clear energetic blockages, balance your system, and lead you into profound rest.

You’ll lie back as waves of sound move through your body, helping your heart soften, your mind quiet, and your energy recalibrate.

This is your permission to slow down, exhale, and simply be.

Bring your yoga mat (or use one of ours), blanket, pillow, and wear something comfortable. Let yourself receive.

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