ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

This immersive workshop is an invitation for collective co-creation of a new vision, and transmuting the current veteran narrative. Harnessing the transformative power of creative expression, including prayer flag making, yoga and movement, a veteran artist panel, and a shared prayer for peace. We'll tap into the healing power of visionary community while addressing a common issue veterans face- “Moral Injury.”

We are Visionary Veterans - a women-led, GWOT- East Coast-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Our mission is to co-create inspiring spaces where veterans can rejuvenate and revive their spirits, reconnect, and step into their roles as visionary and community leaders. Through shared experiences in art, nature and alternative therapies, we foster a sense of renewal, and a commitment to giving back to the veteran community, while creating a sense of belonging and connecting veterans on a spiritual path.

Focusing on post traumatic growth, this workshop will offer tips and techniques to relax the nervous system. We will offer a movement, stretching and meditation session, followed by a prayer flag painting demo on a 10”x10” flag using fabric paints and batik like options. Veronika will walk with each person, step by step by first setting intention and infusing that energy into the flag.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Connection and intention setting and sharing ideas with a visionary group of peers.
You will learn movement and gentle relaxation techniques to help calm the nervous system.
Guided Prayer flag workshop for (1) 10”x10” Prayer flag for peace (Additional flags available for purchase) Participants will
learn how to create a batik like prayer flag.
Meditative art creation in an intentional collective container.
Inspiring Visionary Veteran Artists, leading a panel discussion on Visionary Art and Healing.

ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTORS:

Veronika Rose: President & Co-founder– Visionary Veterans OIF/OEF Marine Corps Veteran | Former Combat Journalist & Nurse | Community Weaver | Ceremonial & Visionary Artist

Veronika Rose is an OIF/OEF Marine Corps Veteran, former Combat Journalist, and former nurse whose work bridges the worlds of healing, creativity, and veteran empowerment. As President of Visionary Veterans, she brings a unique blend of leadership, compassion, art and ceremonial presence to support the reintegration and growth of those who have served.

2025 July Full Moon Workshop

Transmuting the Veteran Narrative

Peace Ritual & Prayer Flag Making For Visionary Veterans & Allies

led by Veronika Rose & Crystal Palacio

with Special Guests Burgandy Viscosi & Sam Juan

Get your tickets here! Transmuting the Veteran Narrative Workshop @CoSM July 12th

A gifted community weaver, Veronika plays a key role in building veteran-centered spaces across Florida and the US.

Veronika walks a Red Road ceremonial path as a Temazcalera, Sahumadora, and Moon Dancer, holding sacred space rooted in ancestral tradition. She also leads psychedelic integration through visionary painting workshops, using art, meditation, and guided reflection to help veterans process experiences and reclaim their inner voice.

Through Visionary Veterans, Veronika continues to lead a growing movement where veterans are empowered to heal, create, and step fully into their post-service purpose, with community, land, and spirit as allies.

Tickets Here- Transmuting the Veteran Narrative Workshop @CoSM July 12th

Crystal Mabanto Palacio : Co-Founder, US Army Veteran, World Bridger

U.S. Army SOF Veteran | Integrative Coach | Yoga & Meditation Teacher | Community Builder

Crystal Mabanto Palacio is a first-generation Filipino-American, passionate about consciously co-creating her life as her art. She is a certified yoga and meditation teacher and integrative coach with a special interest in pre colonial Filipino culture, Vajrayana Buddhism, and psychedelic liberation.

Her path is deeply shaped by a lifelong connection to military service, as the daughter of a Navy Corpsman, a former Army Special Operations service member, and a military spouse. This full-spectrum experience inspires part of her dharma: to support the healing and evolution of the veteran community for the benefit of all beings.

Her journey through matrescence awakened a deep devotion to motherhood, sacred responsibility, and community care building. Currently, she is savoring the sacred mundane and awe that comes in this phase of raising young children.

Visionary Veteran Artist Panel

with Veronika Rose, Burgandy Viscosi and Sam Juan- Moderated by Crystal Mabanto Palacio

CoSM WORKSHOP SETTING

Class sessions will take place in the beautiful, newly renovated MAGI Art Lab.

WORKSHOP AMENITIES

Tuition is $85 and also includes Day Admission to CoSM: Saturday, July 12th, 12pm - 5:30pm:

Access to Facilities, grounds and self-touring Entheon
Students are welcome to experience Entheon and Grey House Galleries, including both CoSM Shop & Entheon Shop
The Mushroom Cafe is an additional gallery, an immersively muraled space with mushroom themed contributions from 19 accomplished visionary artists
The Wisdom Trail offers a contemplative walk through the CoSM woods, including a labyrinth, outdoor sculptural installations by visionary artists

Stay into the Evening for the July Full Moon Gathering!

With hosts, Alex Grey & Allyson Grey

Live Music by Joey Mercedes, Live Painting with Burgandy Viscosi, Veronika Rose, Sam Juan and Molly Choplin, Interactive art making + more

Admission to the Full Moon Gathering is not included. Be sure to add your ticket at checkout!

MATERIALS:

Provided Materials & Supplies:

Materials to create (1) 10”x10” prayer flag
Goodie bags
Yoga Mats

What to Bring:

A journal, Prayer Flag for Peace designs for 10”x10” flag, ideas, stencils, decorations like old dog tags, ribbons, nametags, pictures, etc.

SCHEDULE:

All times are listed in EDT

Saturday, July 12th, 2025

FULL MOON WORKSHOP

12:00PM: CoSM Opens to the Public

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM: Opening Ceremony

Location: Outdoors, (weather permitting), Art Lab entrance

Smoke cleanse with Copal by Veronika Rose (outside)
Welcome and intention setting
Overview of the event and structure of the workshop

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM: Movement & Yoga

Location: Outdoor space if weather permits

A gentle yoga and movement session aimed at grounding, releasing physical tension, and resetting the nervous system
The session will focus on emotional release and healing through breath and body movement. Participants will be encouraged to listen to their bodies, engage in mindful movement, and release any lingering physical or emotional tension

2:00 PM - 2:15 PM: Break & Transition

Location: Art Lab

A 15-minute break for participants to stretch, refresh, and transition into the next portion of the workshop

2:15 PM - 3:45 PM: Prayer Flag Painting

Location: Art Lab

Provided Materials: Fabric, dyes, brushes, batik supplies

Participants will use the batik method to create prayer flags with fabric dyes, focusing on designs that represent personal prayers for peace and healing
Guided instruction and support from Veronika Rose and guest facilitators
Participants will be encouraged to infuse their personal prayers, thoughts, and intentions into their flags, making this a deeply personal and creative process, and create a brief statement or prayer
Time to engage with other participants and share reflections

3:45 PM - 4:30 PM: Veteran Artist Panel & Creative Session

Location: Art Lab

Facilitator/MC: Crystal Palacio

Panelists: Burgandy Viscosi, Veronika Rose, Sam Juan

The panel discussion will feature veteran artists sharing their creative journey and how art has served as a tool for healing
The panel will be interactive, with Q&A and open discussion, creating space for dialogue around moral injury, the healing process, and the role of art in recovery
During the panel, participants can continue painting their prayer flags or engage in other creative expressions while listening to the panel
The aim is to create an organic, flowing environment where art and storytelling intertwine

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Collective Prayer for Peace & Closing Circle

Location: Art Lab or Outdoor Circle

Each participant will be invited to share a portion of their prayer for peace, weaving the prayers together into a unified, harmonious offering for healing
Crystal Palacio will lead the collective prayer reading, facilitating a space where each individual’s prayer is honored as part of the whole
Closing circle to provide support, share reflections, and express gratitude for the experience
Final words on the next steps for personal healing and connection with the community