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Making art to inspire, to connect and to feel fully alive. 
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Feel Better After Making Art

7/13/2020

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Can a person feel better from the act of making art?

Studies have show that yes, this is possible.  A study on the the evaluation of art therapy on adults with mild to moderate depression showed that there was significant improvement. (Zubala, A. 2017). These adults reported:
acceptance of depression, readiness to express emotions, sense of self and awareness of others, readiness for meaningful relationships, sense of achievement, sense of balance and new insights, growth and meaning.

I don't need a study to tell me that art helps a person feel better and one doesn't need to have depression to feel better from art! The fact is, doing anything that helps you get out of your head and into your hands - just feels good! Your ART could be carpentry, gardening, sewing or cooking for example. 

When you are making art you are more mindful. In my studio I recommend putting away your phones, clearing your mind and making space for the present. While we are here together in the studio, I encourage you to work mindfully. To access your inner voice and give it some respect. It will guide your every move. 


So far, every student has left my class with a sense of peace and accomplishment. This is really important to me. 

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Why I think making ART is so effective is because it doesn't matter what previous experience you have, there is always a depth where you can explore and get lost in the activity of making.

​You can experiment no matter your skill level and you can get absorbed in the act of creating because the tools are so accessible. 
Enjoyable. Releasing.

Engaging. Encouraging. Rejuvenating.

Relaxing. Healing. 
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