

Owner, artist, and writer, Sharon Dow, created this studio as a sanctuary for reflection, expression, and gentle transformation—where mindfulness and art come together as healing practices. Through guided meditations, intuitive art, and mindful journaling, you are invited to explore creativity as a form of presence rather than perfection.
Each session is a space to release, realign, and express what words often cannot—to paint, write, or create from the heart. The approach is rooted in compassion and curiosity, weaving together stillness and movement, color and breath.
Creativity is medicine, art becomes a mirror for the soul—a way to see ourselves more clearly, to honor our emotions, and to rediscover peace and joy within.
Here you’re invited to simply be—to create, to feel, to heal, and to come home to yourself.

Journaling is at the heart of Sharon’s practice—a sacred space for self-reflection, intention, and emotional clarity. Through mindful writing, participants learn to listen deeply to their inner voice, transforming thoughts and feelings into insight and inspiration.
In her studio, art and journaling intertwine as forms of mindfulness—inviting presence, compassion, and authentic expression. Sharon’s gentle guidance creates a nurturing space where participants can slow down, breathe, and reconnect with their creative essence.
Rooted in compassion and authenticity, Sharon’s work encourages others to honor their process, trust their intuition, and rediscover the quiet joy that lives within every creative act.

Here, we breathe.
We paint.
We listen-
to color, to texture, to silence,
to the stories within us.
Creativity is medicine.
Through art we release what no longer serves, rediscover our truth, and honor the beauty that has always been within us.
In this space, there’s no need to be perfect—only to be present.
To create, to feel, and to heal.

Specialty and group yoga classes, meditations, and sound healing events to ease the stress, tension, and anxiety of daily life.
See our upcoming events section below for special events.
We are open to hosting any and all mindfulness events for our community.
Please contact the studio for rental information.

60 Luxurious minutes of stress relief on our PEMF, Reiki infused, heated, crystal lined, therapy mat with personal meditation and sound healing by Reiki Master Sharon -$55
Add hands on reiki for - $20
Gift Certificates available!!

Intuitive Tarot Readings
3 Card - $20
Full Read - $45
Hands On Reiki Healing
30 minutes - $45
45 Minutes - $55
All Reiki Appts on our PEMF Therapy Bed

Join us for an intimate, elevated evening at the studio where education, intention, and nervous-system regulation meet.
A fun and educational collaboration between The Black Dove Studio, The Higher Function Cannabis Education, and Sanctuary Medicinals.

$100 Rental Fee -2 hours
( $50 non refundable deposit due at booking. )
Some events subject to $50 cleaning fee.
Paint Parties or Vision Board
Additional $25 pp
All materials and instruction included.
All Ages or 21+ options
Carry in, Carry out.
Sunday February 1st at 6:30 PM
Meet us under the full moon for a monthly self reflection & connection with guided journaling, tarot and meditation. This monthly check in is lead by Reiki master Sharon providing a safe space for healing and growth.
Please bring a yoga mat and a journal.
Materials can be provided if necessary. All are wel
Sunday February 1st at 6:30 PM
Meet us under the full moon for a monthly self reflection & connection with guided journaling, tarot and meditation. This monthly check in is lead by Reiki master Sharon providing a safe space for healing and growth.
Please bring a yoga mat and a journal.
Materials can be provided if necessary. All are welcome!
$20 per person
Venmo @sharon-bostondove or cash please RSVP
Saturday February 7th at 4:20 PM
with Shadow Alchemy Wellness.
An elevated flow in remembrance of Bob Weir, The Dead, and the music that never stops!
Join us for a brief remembrance meditation to commemorate and give thanks for Bob Weir & The Dead, then a guided yoga flow set to classic Grateful Dead tunes.
Schedule: 4:20pm: Check in & Sesh
Saturday February 7th at 4:20 PM
with Shadow Alchemy Wellness.
An elevated flow in remembrance of Bob Weir, The Dead, and the music that never stops!
Join us for a brief remembrance meditation to commemorate and give thanks for Bob Weir & The Dead, then a guided yoga flow set to classic Grateful Dead tunes.
Schedule: 4:20pm: Check in & Sesh in community
5pm: Elevated meditation & yoga
WeEducate The People will be on deck to keep the event elevated, but feel free to BYO.
$30 Energy Exchange.
21+ event, Must show ID. NFSOT
SUNDAY February 8th
10AM
WakenBake with Reiki Master, mystic mama Sharon for a one of a kind meditation and sound bath experience.
Doors open at 10AM, come comfy, bring a notebook and find some community and stress relief in Sharon's open art and mindfulness studio space.
Check in or check out- all are welcome in this beginner friendly
SUNDAY February 8th
10AM
WakenBake with Reiki Master, mystic mama Sharon for a one of a kind meditation and sound bath experience.
Doors open at 10AM, come comfy, bring a notebook and find some community and stress relief in Sharon's open art and mindfulness studio space.
Check in or check out- all are welcome in this beginner friendly mindfulness session of guided meditation and reflection.
21+ Must show ID at the door. Nothing for sale. ByO-Puff
Space is limited
$25 pp
Details and ticket link coming soon! Message Sharon with ANY questions
Sunday February 22nd at 4 PM The Higher Function, in collaboration with Sanctuary Medicinals offer cannabis education and open experience with selected sanctuary medicinal products, as available, for the remainder of event.
Plant medicine awareness, intentional consumption, and how cannabis can be approached consciously for the combinatio
Sunday February 22nd at 4 PM The Higher Function, in collaboration with Sanctuary Medicinals offer cannabis education and open experience with selected sanctuary medicinal products, as available, for the remainder of event.
Plant medicine awareness, intentional consumption, and how cannabis can be approached consciously for the combination of concentrates and flower for desired effects.
From there, you’ll settle into a safe, welcoming space as Sharon —Reiki Master, Mystic Mama, guides you through a gentle meditation and journaling experience designed to help you consciously integrate plant medicine with mindfulness practices.
21+ only- NFSOT- Must show valid ID at the door
Saturday March 7th at 6:30PM
A fun, creative art class for couples, friends, siblings or teams.
Hosted and led by Sharon Dow, owner and creative art instructor at The Black Dove Studio.
Grab your hunny, besties, adult kids, parents or friends and get in an inner child state of mind as I welcome you to my creative playground, I have every
Saturday March 7th at 6:30PM
A fun, creative art class for couples, friends, siblings or teams.
Hosted and led by Sharon Dow, owner and creative art instructor at The Black Dove Studio.
Grab your hunny, besties, adult kids, parents or friends and get in an inner child state of mind as I welcome you to my creative playground, I have everything you need and more to let out your inner artist!
Head to the "art bar" and choose your paint, grab some canvas and start creating.
Don't be intimidated by the texture tools and mediums! Just have fun!
104-108 Parker Street -Unit 5, Gardner, Massachusetts 01440, United States
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