Workshops + Talks

“Thank you Suzy for guiding us with love, intellect, compassion and wit. You are the consummate coach. So glad you are in my life.” –Kathleen D.

“I just got back from a workshop led by the hilarious and talented Suzy Becker. I’m so energized to create more!” –Wendy B.

Graphic Medicine Workshops

I’ve been working in the emerging field of graphic medicine– illustrated life narratives of caregiving, health, recovery, and illness– since before it was a twinkle in its mother’s (the field of narrative medicine’s) eye. The process of making these narratives has documented physical and mental health/wellness benefits for patients, students, professional practitioners, caregivers, etc.

Art Journaling

I started keeping an illustrated notebook when I was 8 (like my real fictional idol Harriet the Spy). I’m on my thirty-somethingth one. If you’re interested in journaling, memoir-writing, visual art, creativity, or getting unstuck, the art journaling workshop is a mix of tried-and-true writing and visual art prompts for aspiring and professional writers/artists/writer-artists/artist-writers/hacks/wannabes/whoever I left out, except for people with too much confidence.

Talks

I’ve talked to diverse audiences of diverse ages about all kinds of things, from doing what I love–writing, drawing, making you laugh, and making a difference–to parenting, humor and healing, and what’s left of the environment. It’s generally described as an emboldening, embiggening experience.

Recent talks: Live Every Day Like Your Hair Is on Fire: Creativity, Courage, and Resilience • I Had Brain Surgery, What’s Your Excuse? • Composing a Life • Letters to a Young Entrepreneur

Events

  • Holiday Art FairS THIS WEEK
    Quick, do some shopping before the tryptophan makes you stupid! I’m taking a break from making to invite you (late, but it’s not because people on the A list couldn’t make it, believe me you ARE the A list) to Sanctuary in Maynard (MA) on… Read more: Holiday Art FairS THIS WEEK
  • I do.
    Come see what I do: Bolton/Harvard (MA) Open Studios, October 5-6, 2024 I do wedding cocktail napkins, mailbox designs, acrylic landscapes on tiny canvases, seasonal wreaths (fall or winter holiday), all season t-shirts, mugs, dishwasher clean/dirty thingies, custom greeting cards, good’n’big chocolate chip cookies, oh,… Read more: I do.
  • Can’t think past Labor Day… you?
    If you can, Bolton-Harvard Open Studios weekend is October 5-6. Mark your calendar. Put some money in the mayonnaise jar. And school visits will be starting up. But right now, the cucumber patch is calling. And those peaches aren’t going to eat themselves. Savor these… Read more: Can’t think past Labor Day… you?
  • Graphic Medicine at Castle Hill
    June 17 – 21, 2024, 1 – 4:30 pm “Thank you for bringing so much healing and magic and humor to us.” I’m going to be back at Castle Hill, Truro’s Center for the Arts on the Outer Cape (Cod) for an intimate (registration is… Read more: Graphic Medicine at Castle Hill
  • Bolton-Harvard Open Studios, September 30 – October 1!
    Guess my favorite thing about our annual Open Studios (you can’t go wrong): Download a map here. If you can’t come this time, you can video-tour my studio.

Workshops

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Suzy is amazing on both a personal and professional level. I have no doubt our kids will always remember her.

New Eagle Elementary School

Wayne, PA

Teachers found Suzy's presentation inspiring and full of useful ideas and strategies. They enjoyed her energy and humor immensely.

To Light the World Conference

JFK Library and Museum

I was just wondering where your next workshop is because I really want to see you again.

Aiden, age 8

Suzy's energy is contagious, very inspiring, and fun! I would come every year if I could!

Lauren

Suzy was fantastic!
She deserved the standing ovation she received.

The Leever Center

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