Art and Wellness

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In recent years I have gravitated towards well-being through art. One of the best compliments I have received was when someone told me they always have the best night sleep after my workshop. 

I've been very fortunate to have had the time and energy to be able to have that kind of impact. In a way this is what has led me to my current path of exploring the connection between creative art, mental health and well-being. 

Artful: Exploring Self Through Art is a program-in-development of mindful creative workshop concepts that weave together mindfulness, neuroart, and expressive techniques. The intention is to design thoughtful session plans that are accessible to all skill levels, with the vision of creating supportive, non-judgmental spaces where participants could use art as a tool for reflection, emotional expression, and renewal.

Across four interconnected series, the concepts outline different pathways into self-discovery: Emotions explores the language of feeling through color and flow; Shifting Patterns brings awareness to thoughts, habits, and rhythms; Becoming focuses on gratitude, affirmation, and personal growth; and Rhythms explores cycles of memory, movement, and connection. Together, they form a holistic framework where creativity becomes a practice of slowing down, noticing, and gently transforming the self.