Many begin painting because they find it truly enjoyable. They love flexing their artistic and creative muscles. However, painting also brings many benefits to our health. Below are just a few ways that painting can help your overall health: Improves motor skills Handling a paint brush requires a deftness and level of skill that few… Read more »
Art therapy can help anyone, no matter their age or situation. Children, for instance, can improve their critical thinking skills, and adults can use art to improve their mental health. Seniors can also benefit from art therapy, as recent studies have shown that seniors who participate in artistic activities are less depressed and have fewer… Read more »
Creativity doesn’t have an on-off switch. Even if the best of times we struggle to find our artistic inspiration, but during the coronavirus pandemic, it is even more difficult. Yet, art can be a great way to escape the stresses of everyday life, and thankfully, there are ways to find that creative spark again. Here’s… Read more »
There are many reasons why people should pick up a pencil and draw. Drawing, or any other form of art, can improve our mental health and aid childhood development. It can also improve our mood in the present moment, helping to make a bad day somewhat more bearable. Here’s how: It gives us something to… Read more »
In recent years, schools have been promoting the STEM subjects more and more. While math and science are certainly important, so, too, is art. Art is a form of expression, a way for children to communicate their ideas and to understand the world in a better light. It is also crucial for childhood development, teaching… Read more »
It’s no secret that in recent years, mental health conditions have been rising across the U.S., especially among youths. What’s even more unsettling, is that most Americans with mental health conditions don’t receive adequate care. But what if we told you there was a way to help? Recent studies have suggested that one of the… Read more »