https://markandmovement.com.au/blog daily 0.75 2026-03-25 https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/ndis-counselling-transpersonal-art-therapy monthly 0.5 2026-03-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/711e26eb-30b4-450a-bfa4-ca85f21c1983/rachel+wilkins.png Blog - NDIS Funded Counselling and Transpersonal Art Therapy: A Different Kind of Support If you are an NDIS participant... You are not a checklist. Yes, the NDIS world has its language. Emotional regulation. Social participation. Skill building. Daily living. These things matter and they are real. But you are so much more than a list of functional outcomes, and therapy should reflect that. Whether disability is a new label you are still finding your footing in, or something you have navigated your whole life in a world that wasn't always built for you, I offer a holistic approach that considers you outside of only what you can and can't do. My name is Mary-Helen. I'm a counsellor and transpersonal art therapist and I work with NDIS participants online, worldwide, at your pace. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1749266860243-CNZK8YITLKP4R52ESVG2/layers.png Blog - NDIS Funded Counselling and Transpersonal Art Therapy: A Different Kind of Support How we work together While I am a person centered counsellor, I find that many people benefit from some structure to help them step into exploring deeper things. I work collaboratively with each person to craft a creative treatment plan. Together we map where you'd like to go, your goals, and the kinds of therapeutic interventions that might support you along the way. Always based in your interests, your world view and what lights you up. Everyone is different and needs different things. The plan is never fixed. It's crafted and adapted as we go, scaffolding each session to meet you where you are. And of course life happens. Sometimes we are working to stabilise rather than stretch toward goals. That's not a setback. That's the work. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733955140330-YIP6J60ASUQMJX9AN9KW/paint+love.png Blog - NDIS Funded Counselling and Transpersonal Art Therapy: A Different Kind of Support Ready to find out more? If you are curious about whether this might be for you, a free 15 minute discovery call is the place to start. If you are a support coordinator and would like to discuss a referral, get in touch directly. Either way, the first step is just a conversation. Get in touch with me here. https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/naturewreaths monthly 0.5 2025-11-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/c98f8437-b813-4453-84cb-72cc141aa42f/wire+wreath.jpg Blog - How to Make a Native Wreath & Hanging Bouquet | DIY Festive Decor Celebrate an Festive Season with Native Wreaths & Hanging Bouquets The festive season in Australia looks different. While the Northern Hemisphere wraps itself in snow and evergreens, we're celebrating in the summer sun with eucalyptus, banksia, and the earthy beauty of Australian natives. This year, why not create festive decor that reflects this land? I'm creating these pieces on the traditional lands of the Bidjigal people of the Eora Nation. These pieces were found on the ground as cuttings left for collection or were dropped from trees. I’ve taken a more sustainable approach by taking what is ready to be discarded. It’s a good reminder to take only what you need, and if in doubt — leave it. Australian natives are built for this climate - they're tough, they're striking, and they dry beautifully, meaning the wreath or bouquet will last well beyond the festive season. Not only that, these plants release oils that smell absolutely beautiful. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/0334fb6b-eba8-411b-9ba6-0b990467b0f7/donut+wreath.jpg Blog - How to Make a Native Wreath & Hanging Bouquet | DIY Festive Decor - Cardboard Wreath If you can’t find a wire hoop, you can cut a donut shape out of cardboard and hot glue your foilage. You will need a lot of glue to hot the larger items on and as you can see here, I went a little overboard and you can see the glue. I might paint the exposed glue gold to integrate them into the piece. https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/crafting-intentions monthly 0.5 2025-11-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/0a3db0b5-205e-447f-9d78-930ff0fd4783/word+cloud.png Blog - Mapping Intentions: Why Resolutions Fail and How to Craft Your Intention - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/reimagining-the-ordinary-with-recycled-paper-bags monthly 0.5 2025-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1759196199302-KGKYOJZBGISNVGPUWDXA/bags+wallets.png Blog - Reimagining the Ordinary With Recycled Paper Bags - Make it stand out Examples of DIY document holders made from recycled paper shopping bags https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/c5c72b19-3ef3-4e98-bdb9-79093286bd08/bill+fold+paper+document+wallet.png Blog - Reimagining the Ordinary With Recycled Paper Bags - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/750df40a-b288-4416-b8cc-acd5960041ef/recycled+paper+beads.png Blog - Reimagining the Ordinary With Recycled Paper Bags - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/where-is-my-inner-sanctuary monthly 0.5 2025-09-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/22adc9be-9bc3-4ac5-b208-fce04a57a28e/carl+jug+lonely.png Blog - Where is my Inner Sanctuary? - “Loneliness does not come from having no people around one, but from being unable to communicate the things that seem important to oneself.” — Carl Jung I love this quote by Carl Jung. This captures why many people come to therapy—not because they’re physically alone, but because they feel unseen — in relationships, at work, and even in the communities where they invest their energy. They don’t always come saying, “I feel lonely.” More often, they come saying they feel drained, frustrated, or even resentful of the spaces and relationships they inhabit. You might have noticed in your day-to-day life or work, people talking but no one really listening — not even to themselves? It’s like the radio has been left on, and no one is tuning in to the broadcast. And who could blame them for struggling to listen when there is so much noise from the outside world. Hearing others is not possible is you can’t tune into your inner world and hear yourself. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/e1911e64-bd41-46e6-8f9a-f49ae90018fe/overwhelm.png Blog - Where is my Inner Sanctuary? Let’s follow this tangent for a moment. If you struggle to hold boundaries, you might recognize patterns of people-pleasing. People-pleasers often developed this way to stay safe, sensing unsafety in their environment. This might look like prioritising someone else needs or wants over your own to keep the peace or to keep them happy. But what can happen is a loss of contact with yourself — your needs, wants, and desires. You can feel lost in space, disconnected, and sometimes even unable to feel into your own body. So when you finally gather the courage to set a boundary, and it’s challenged, negotiated, or even ignored, it’s easy to slip back into people-pleasing. Boundaries aren’t about getting the response you want—they’re about being able to tolerate the discomfort of pushback. They’re about taking in the information of the response, reflecting on it, and then deciding what happens next in the relationship. Most importantly, boundaries are about knowing that you get to choose when and how you act. Coming back to the initial point: if people aren’t really listening to you, they aren’t truly hearing your boundaries. Supportive relationships involve listening — really tuning in, noticing even subtle signals, and honouring them. Listening to someone’s no, even when it’s quiet or hesitant, is a fundamental way we show respect and care. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/5db836cf-54ac-4f85-b2de-8932d1a1dd1e/conflict.png Blog - Where is my Inner Sanctuary? And here’s the thing — sometimes, no matter how clear or direct you are, you may be in relationships where the other person simply doesn’t have the capacity to receive or honour your boundaries. Sometimes they may just not care. That can feel incredibly hard to digest. One of the first steps is simply to notice this dynamic. To acknowledge the impact it has had on you — on your inner systems, your energy, your sense of safety. This awareness is the most important first step: listening to your inner world. Listening to yourself first, being on your own side first, and resisting the urge to spiral into questions like Why won’t they listen? Instead, the question becomes: Why am I not listening to myself? Why am I not honouring what I feel and need? This is not about assigning blame to yourself or the other person but seeing the dynamic clearly and choosing what is right for you. Often when we stay in these dynamics, it’s because we are unconsciously getting something from them too — maybe a sense of purpose, familiarity, or distraction from our own pain by trying to fix someone elses problems. If this has been an ongoing pattern for you in life then seeking therapy can help. Seeing a therapist offers a safe space to explore this very challenging and tender issue with gentlness and compassion. And therapy helps you cut through your own noise and inner conflict, creating a space to actually hear yourself and reconnect with your lived experience. It allows you to learn to take responsibility and stop you getting stuck in blaming or shaming patterns. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/a8e8674d-4fb7-4876-ad73-2139c3ca0858/inner+sanctaury.png Blog - Where is my Inner Sanctuary? Transpersonal art therapy can be especially helpful here; a mix of talk therapy and creative process help bypass our usual ‘logic loops.’ Through creative practices, you can map and unpack the roles you play in life, noticing patterns and habitual dynamics in a tangible, visual way. The process encourages curiosity without forcing answers or outcomes, because making changes happens slowly as you start to inhabit yourself more often and even truely enjoy being in your own presence. It can feel unsafe at times — messy, intense, or painful — but this is part of the process of finding balance. With radical acceptance and compassion, you can keep returning to yourself, tending to your inner world, and gradually building a place of calm — an inner sanctuary. This inner sanctuary becomes a space where you feel seen, heard, and free — without relying on external validation to trust your feelings and decisions. And when you cultivate this relationship with yourself, you begin to have the best friend you’ve ever had — within yourself. “Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.” — Thomas Merton Evidence shows: Creative expression and visualization, like mapping inner roles or imagining a safe sanctuary, can increase self-awareness, emotional regulation, and stress reduction (Kaimal, Ray, & Muniz, 2016; Posadzki et al., 2016; Pennebaker & Smyth, 2016). Engaging with your inner world through art and reflection isn’t just comforting — it actively supports building resilience, clarity, and a grounded sense of self. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/f2e4ac2e-a4c3-4fe3-ad45-a1d779462f2a/wish+you+were+here.png Blog - Where is my Inner Sanctuary? Allow yourself to stay with whatever emerges, even if nothing comes. If no image comes, then honour the depth of the work that is waiting for you. If you’ve never felt safe enough to venture inside your inner world this process might feel too challenging to approach on your own and perhaps its time to seek the support of counsellor. “The greatest journey is the one inward.” — Unknown https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/soft-impressions monthly 0.5 2025-09-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/c9db61ec-a8c1-4402-bc72-725e5a2d0fbb/banner+for+blog+GEL+plat+emhdaly.png Blog - Soft Impressions: Exploring Gel Plate Printing with Curiosity Gel plate printing is a wonderfully playful way to make art. You roll paint onto a soft plate, add textures or shapes, press paper on top, and pull a one-of-a-kind print. Each pull is a small experiment — sometimes surprising, sometimes imperfect, always unique. This blog explores gel print techniques and unpacks them through the lens of transpersonal art therapy. You’ll find video tutorials of basic gel plate printing techniques and how to transform your gel prints into mini artist books. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/00e51ba4-295c-41e8-a8f6-f0e824254d0b/GP_duo+colour.jpg Blog - Soft Impressions: Exploring Gel Plate Printing with Curiosity - Gathering Your Tools For this practice, you’ll need: A gel plate Acrylic paint A brayer (the roller tool used to spread paint thinly — from the old word bray, meaning “to beat” or “to spread”) Paper (any kind you’d like to experiment with) Stencils, stamps, or found objects (like leaves or lace) Perspex or plate to apply paint ot brayer/rubber roller Paper towel Warm soap water and soft cloth for cleaning Drying space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/ab095489-793d-4cbe-bdbf-2edac90350da/blank+slate.png Blog - Soft Impressions: Exploring Gel Plate Printing with Curiosity - The Rolling: Fresh Starts and New Possibilities A gel plate is clear, a blank page in our unfolding story. A new chapter perhaps. Rolling paint onto the plate feels like smoothing out a fresh page. There’s a sense of renewal here — a reset. Each layer of colour offers a chance to begin again, just as we do in life when we pause, breathe, and step back into the moment. “In transpersonal art therapy, the creative process is a mirror — it reflects back aspects of our inner world that words alone may not reveal.” When you roll, notice the sound, the texture, the way the paint glides or resists. Where does it feel smooth? Where does it pull? What might that mirror about your energy today? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/8b841e45-f061-4c9a-abed-0256b7a1ee2c/negative+space.png Blog - Soft Impressions: Exploring Gel Plate Printing with Curiosity - Negative Space: The Unseen Perspectives As you lay down stencils or objects, you create areas where the paint won’t touch — revealing the paper beneath. These negative spaces can be like pauses in conversation, gaps in memory, or unseen perspectives in our lives. Metaphor: In transpersonal art therapy, we might ask, “What is being revealed when something is left out?” These spaces can feel like doorways to curiosity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/22fe8d71-14b4-44fa-88bc-dab4d49b3799/reveal.png Blog - Soft Impressions: Exploring Gel Plate Printing with Curiosity - Pulling the Print: The Gift of the Reveal Peeling the paper back from the plate is a moment of pure wonder — a small act of surrender. The result is rarely exactly what you expected. Metaphor: Much like moments of insight in therapy, the print reveals what is ready to be seen. You can simply witness, without judgment. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/9f297da1-94de-4b14-97ba-d8f6ed1bdfc8/soft+impression.png Blog - Soft Impressions: Exploring Gel Plate Printing with Curiosity - Stencils and Stamps: What We Mask and What We Show When you press a stencil or stamp into the paint, you’re making choices about what to reveal and what to obscure. The holes or gaps in a stencil can be like windows, offering glimpses into something deeper. Metaphor: Transpersonal means ‘beyond ego’ or beyond the masks we wear. In art therapy we often explore the masks we wear — the parts of ourselves we hide and the parts we allow others to see and explore why and what the purpose of these masks are. Printing invites us to notice what we are willing to reveal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/b4b83764-ef46-4e6a-b824-76eda34d378a/layersGP.png Blog - Soft Impressions: Exploring Gel Plate Printing with Curiosity - Layers: Seeing the bigger picture and Honouring our unique Experience Gel printing allows you to layer colour over colour, building complexity with each pull. Some layers might resist, others blend. Metaphor: Our own lives are layered — experiences stack, overlap, and sometimes obscure each other. Printing becomes a way to hold and honour these textures. In art therapy we have the opportunity to see ourselves though our artworks with a birds eye view, taking in our complex landscapes and navigating to places yet to be explored and understood. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/9f5164e8-0aad-4047-a3dc-176016e0d3a8/gel+plate+gelli+print.png Blog - Soft Impressions: Exploring Gel Plate Printing with Curiosity - Where to Find Materials If you’d like to try gel plate printing at home, you can find gel plates and supplies at: Officeworks (in-store and online) Eckersley’s (in-store and online) Various art stores, both online and in person Gelli Arts the original creators of gel printing plates Alongside your plate, you’ll need acrylic paints, brayers, paper, and optional stamps, stencils, or found objects for texture. https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/visible-mending monthly 0.5 2025-07-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/27b0cf8e-26b4-47b9-a0a6-9594000fdf55/Visible+Mending+workshop.jpg Blog - Visible Mending: tending through mending - What Is Visible Mending? Visible mending is the art of repairing clothes in a way that celebrates the flaw rather than disguising it. Using simple hand-stitching techniques—like running stitch, lazy daisy, French knots, or patching—you can transform a hole or worn spot into something new and expressive. The stitches don’t need to be perfect. That’s not the point. It’s about process, presence, and connection. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/20422a53-5214-4dd4-90ae-f521e6da4528/artwork++by+mary-helen+daly+visible+repair Blog - Visible Mending: tending through mending - A Tradition Rooted in repair and sustainability Visible mending draws inspiration from traditional Japanese practices like Boro and Sashiko. Boro comes from the Japanese word for "rags" and refers to the practice of layering and stitching fabric to extend the life of garments, especially in farming communities. Sashiko, meaning “little stabs,” is a form of decorative reinforcement stitching. It often features repeating patterns and was originally used to strengthen fabric. Both practices are rich with history—and heart. They speak to a time when cloth was precious and care was stitched into everyday life. Right: Image of artwork by Mary-Helen Daly, Working on it, Textile using boro style stitching a visible mending techniques. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/616cae43-695d-4109-b8ef-726c07d9cfc5/lasy+daisy.jpg Blog - Visible Mending: tending through mending - Basic stitching techniques There is no one way of repair, instead the invitation is to apply your own creative flair to your unique repair. Below are some basic tecniques you could use to repair textiles. Hand-Stitching Techniques: Running Stitch – A simple straight stitch, great for outlines and patterns. Seed Stitch – Small, scattered stitches to add texture or fill space. French Knot – A decorative knot for detail and raised texture. Patching – Layering fabric and using visible stitches to repair and decorate. Lazy Daisy – A looped stitch often used to create petal or leaf shapes. Left: Image of Lazy Daisy used for Visible Mending. Photo & artwork credit: Mary-Helen Daly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/df7f47b7-a8a9-41b8-a75c-eb55f19f13f0/darning+by+mary-helen.jpg Blog - Visible Mending: tending through mending - Other techniques Darning is a sewing technique used to repair holes or worn areas in fabric, especially in items like socks, jumpers, and jeans. It involves weaving new threads over the damaged area to reinforce or recreate the fabric's structure. Purpose: To mend fabric rather than replace it. Tools: Typically a needle, thread or yarn, and often a darning mushroom or egg (a rounded tool placed under the fabric to provide tension and shape while sewing). Method: Stitch parallel threads across the hole. Then weave threads in the opposite direction, over and under the first set, creating a woven patch. Types: Invisible, Decorative and Swiss. Example of decorative darning used to repair hole in jumper by Mary-Helen https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/9ca7d441-234f-4568-a573-b33c2243c348/textile+artwork+by+mary-helen+daly Blog - Visible Mending: tending through mending - Why Mend? Mending helps us to our senses, presence, creativity and values. It lets us: Extend the life of the things we love and feel skillful in being able to restore those items. Express ourselves through texture, colour and form. And tap into our own uniqueness and showing rather than telling what you care about. Practice sustainability in a tactile, meaningful way. It can also cultivates a mindset of being more conscious and particular of what you welcome into your life and what impact it has on our world. Pause and reflect while our hands are busy our mind can settle and focus. Insights come when body and mind are engaged in sensory experiences. It’s a small act, but a deeply symbolic one. Each stitch says: this is worth saving, this is worth taking time to tend to. Left: Example of visible mending using boro stitching by Mary-Helen Daly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/d32ea5a2-c6cc-400e-bd57-2740b827b335/me_+website++%282%29.jpg Blog - Visible Mending: tending through mending - About me Hi, I’m Mary-Helen — a Transpersonal Art Therapist and creative companion for those ready to reclaim joy through self-expression. I offer gentle, one-to-one online art therapy sessions for women who feel disconnected, stuck, or unsure what’s next. These sessions are not about being good at art — they’re an invitation to explore your inner world through colour, image, and metaphor. We work together to meet the parts of you that may have been silenced, scattered, or hidden, and give them space to be seen, heard, and integrated. Whether you’re navigating a life change, longing for clarity, or simply seeking space to breathe and reconnect, this creative process can help you soften, reimagine, and reshape your story — one mark at a time. Find out more about 1:1 Art Therapy sessions here. https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/finding-clarity-through-transpersonal-art-therapy monthly 0.5 2025-06-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1751173403346-RI77LIGYRES2N3M5HACR/meme+charlie+from+its+Always+Sunny+conspiracy+board.jpg Blog - Finding Clarity Through Transpersonal Art Therapy Have you ever felt foggy-headed, stuck, or like you’re standing in the middle of a life crossroads without a map? Confusion is a human experience. It can come up when we’re facing big decisions, feeling disconnected from ourselves, or overwhelmed by emotions we can’t name. One of the gifts of Transpersonal Art Therapy is helping people navigate these moments and discover clarity—not just in their thoughts, but in their emotions, intuition, and deeper sense of self. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/d32ea5a2-c6cc-400e-bd57-2740b827b335/me_+website++%282%29.jpg Blog - Finding Clarity Through Transpersonal Art Therapy - About Me I’m Mary-Helen, a Transpersonal Art Therapist and artist passionate about helping people reclaim joy and clarity through creativity. I believe art is a powerful tool for self-discovery, healing, and transformation. Through my practice, Mark and Movement, I offer gentle, online art therapy sessions and creative workshops. I love guiding people to explore their inner worlds, find meaning in symbols and colour, and reconnect with their authentic selves—one mark at a time. Curious to explore this further? Find out more here and book your free discovery call. https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/22-quotes-on-art-therapy-and-creativity monthly 0.5 2025-06-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/9ea9e7b3-43d8-4ac9-beaa-e1f97d6385ae/picasso+quote.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Art is the highest expression of the human spirit.” – Pablo Picasso Through art therapy, people often discover a part of themselves they didn’t know they were longing for. This quote reminds us that creativity isn’t just decoration—it’s soul work. When we create, we make room for the deep, unseen parts of ourselves to rise to the surface and take form. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/b8982c28-d164-4c68-bb78-df667dbb1a71/thoms+merton.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.” – Thomas Merton Art-making invites both self-reflection and surrender. It allows us to explore who we are while softening the grip of our inner critic. It’s a place to lose track of time, to drop into presence, and to return with new insight. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/e6296b9b-d553-4621-ab4e-4be897c6dd7f/henry+beecher.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Every artist dips their brush in their own soul and paints their own nature into their pictures.” – Henry Ward Beecher In art therapy, each mark made holds meaning. It’s less about how something looks and more about what it reveals and how it feels. Whether abstract or representational, our art is infused with our energy. Looking into the marks and behind the image can reveal important information about our rich inner life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/c5787527-dad0-4f4f-a936-6b09acec2b0c/anon.pnginspiring+art+quote+%E2%80%9CThe+painter+tries+to+master+color%3B+the+poet+tries+to+master+words%3B+both+try+to+master+themselves.%E2%80%9D+%E2%80%93+Anonymous Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “The painter tries to master color; the poet tries to master words; both try to master themselves.” – Anonymous The creative process is a mirror. It reflects back not only what we’re exploring, but how we meet the unknown. Do we avoid mistakes? Push for perfection? Allow curiosity? In art therapy, the process becomes a rehearsal space for life; perhaps even a portal into who you are becoming. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/711e26eb-30b4-450a-bfa4-ca85f21c1983/rachel+wilkins.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “When words fail, art speaks.” – Rachel Wilkins So often, people arrive at art therapy because talking alone hasn’t helped. Talking can have us going in loops! We all have patterns that keep us in a loop and really good way to break out of those loops is to see them clearly is to express them through image, metaphor and story. Art can offer another language or way to express—one that speaks in images, colours, shapes, and symbols. Art is a language that allows our body, mind, emotion and soul to meet in unison. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/6b3ad206-447b-4174-8031-25b5725c6bd0/adamscott.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.” – Scott Adams We are often taught to avoid mistakes, but mistakes are often the place of our greatest learnings. Creativity doesn’t require you to be perfect. It is a type of chaos energy that opens the doorway into unexplored places. Art is a form of integration which nods to the creative chaos and captures the way of knowing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/f3aba8c7-bade-4a09-881f-b27b96ea144b/john+dewey.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Through art, we can communicate our thoughts and feelings in a way that transcends language.” – John Dewey Art bridges gaps—between our conscious and unconscious, our inner world and the outer one, and even between us and others. In a world full of inner and outer noise, it offers clarity, connection, and coherence. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/9b85065b-d8d0-4b4f-b8b1-51365127648c/rachel+naomi+remen.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “At the deepest level, the creative process and the healing process arise from a single source.” – Rachel Naomi Remen Healing is mysterious, often found in the moments of doing very little. Personal growth is important, but we are not a self improvement project. Constant ‘fixing’ can be a sign of running away from ourselves. True growth and maturity is being able to sit and tend to the parts of ourselves that haven’t felt seen or heard. Art therapy can offer a way to sit with uncomfortable sensations, emotions and thoughts and create new possibilities beyond our past experience and stories. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/ae81c611-3700-4db5-a0e8-76b8a0f2d179/pam+holland.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Art speaks where words are unable to explain.” – Pam Holland Unspoken trauma, grief, or even joy that hasn’t had space. Art allows expression without explanation. It can be enough to express a feeling or experience that we didn’t and still don’t have words for. Allowing and acknowledging our experience is a crucial step towards healing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/7ff8d197-8565-4f13-8b37-ecdafd8300cc/paul+cezanne.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Painting from nature is not copying the object; it is realising one’s sensations.” – Paul Cézanne This quote reminds me how wonderful it is to slow down enough to appreciate the details of the natural world. Not just with our eyes but our whole body as a beautiful sensing instrument. When we can tune into nature through our body something amazing happens; we realise we are looking at ourself and the barriers between me, you and the world dissolves for a moment. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/2e1c8cd0-7e6c-4e6e-abfd-0c91e2d72848/marc+chagallcezanne.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Great art picks up where nature ends.” – Marc Chagall All humans have a relationship with nature. They intrinsically understand and can relate to nature. Nature is one of the greatest teachers and art speaks to the heart of our nature. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/90083639-500f-4092-b8a8-630c74e35092/georgiaokeeffe.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “I found I could say things with colour and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way.” – Georgia O’Keeffe This is the essence of expressive art therapy. Through shape, colour, texture, and rhythm, our innermost truths emerge—often surprising, often tender, always ours. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/d648e471-9d9d-482f-ba3a-c99396214685/eileen+miller.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Art can permeate the very deepest part of us, where no words exist.” – Eileen Miller Deep emotion often defies language. Art reaches into these hidden spaces and offers a gentle invitation to bring them into the light. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/4e62883a-ede6-4e62-acbe-4be0ffef7876/paracelus.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “The art of healing comes from nature, not from the physician.” – Paracelsus In transpersonal art therapy, we honour the wisdom of the unconscious mind and the body. The therapist is not the healer—you are. Nature, creativity, and your inner knowing do the work. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/62c32bef-3863-497a-8616-0d09ba8dc925/egorge+e+miller.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Creating artwork allows your mind to be in a safe place while it contemplates the tougher issues you are dealing with.” – George E. Miller This is one of the great gifts of art therapy: it creates distance from the intensity of the living memory. You don’t have to speak directly about traumatic experiences. This means even pre-verbal events can surface and be tended to. Externalising through imagery and story allow for observation, acknowledgment and an opportunity hold the part that experienced the rupture. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/f8ca3283-538b-4fea-b34c-e0ec50afdffe/carl+jung.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “I should advise you to put it all down… it will be your church—your cathedral—the silent places of your spirit.” – Carl Jung Our creative journals, altered books, and sketchpads become sacred containers. They hold the raw, the unfinished, the beautiful and the broken. They become maps of our becoming. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/237e23fd-2e25-4c0e-a13c-597ece8ccef9/georges+braque.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Art is a wound turned into light.” – Georges Braque Creativity doesn’t erase our wounds—it illuminates them and works to suture the edges of those experiences with golden thread. In that light, we find understanding, soild ground and even a feeling of wholeness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/087c2257-213a-4891-840e-c1ee0552f08c/dorothea.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Art has always been the raft onto which we climb to save our sanity.” – Dorothea Tanning Art-making gives us a way to stay afloat in times of stress, loss, or uncertainty. It doesn’t solve our problems, but it steadies us long enough to meet them. Therapeutic art making engages our senses and can help soothe and settles our nervous system. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/a4811dcd-7999-454c-a855-6f869319cdcb/agnes.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “We share the importance of the arts… the kids really grasp that: they’re confident and proud of themselves.” – Agnes Gund Art builds confidence and self-esteem. In art therapy, people reconnect with their creativity and with a sense of agency—“I created this.” It’s powerful thing to be able to make choices, to be the creator of your moment to moment experience; particulary if we have experienced having our power and ability to choose taken away. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/5bbdf449-cc2d-401e-825b-e74594559b72/john+lubbock.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Art is unquestionably one of the purest and highest elements in human happiness.” – John Lubbock Art doesn’t just help us heal—it helps us feel joy, play, and meaning. It colours life. In art therapy and beyond, creativity reminds us of what makes life beautiful and worth living. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/418e1634-747b-4d17-bc07-565783b782ba/shilagh.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “Awe has many important implications for our well-being. Experiencing awe can give us a sense of hope and provide a feeling of fulfillment.” - Shilagh Mirgrain Awe is one of those emotions that art evokes with ease. Whether through a sudden insight or a slow unfolding, art-making often stirs a quiet wonder—one that reconnects us to ourselves, others, and the vast mystery of life. In art therapy, awe becomes a gentle catalyst for change. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/5a20ae64-c4bb-403a-9af3-870da338cb13/eric.png Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - “The systems they nourish, which include our integrated sensory, attentional, cognitive, emotional, and motor capacities, are, in fact, the driving forces behind all other learning.” Eric Jensen Creative processes engage the whole self—mind, body, emotion, and spirit. This integrative nature of art therapy supports regulation, expression, and insight on multiple levels. It's not just “fun” or “expressive”—it’s deeply developmental and healing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/db93f124-2997-415b-8f9b-d99c71b3c17a/File_009%286%29.jpg Blog - 22 Quotes That Speak to the Power of Art & Creativity - Interested in finding out more how art and creativity can help? Hi, I’m Mary-Helen — a Transpersonal Art Therapist, artist, and gentle space-holder. I support creatives who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or out of alignment to reconnect with themselves through building awareness. I work with people who are ready to explore their inner world, process life’s transitions, and reclaim joy—one creative step at a time. If you are curious to find out more about one-on-one online transpersonal art therapy, book a discovery call and start a conversation. https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/frottage-exploring-the-world-through-texture monthly 0.5 2025-04-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/6215b059-f2cd-4a7d-b818-6672f42de07d/frottage+with+kids Blog - Frottage: Exploring the world through texture - What is Frottage? Frottage (from the French word frotter, meaning "to rub") is a creative technique that involves placing paper over a textured surface and rubbing over it with a drawing tool to reveal the pattern underneath. In art, it was popularized in the 1920s by surrealist artist Max Ernst. He began experimenting with rubbing graphite over textured wooden floors and other surfaces, letting the random patterns spark his imagination. Ernst saw frottage as a way to bypass rational thinking and tap into the subconscious — a kind of visual free association. The technique became a key part of the Surrealist movement, which emphasized chance, spontaneity, and dream-like imagery. It’s a wonderfully accessible form of image making. There’s no “right” way to do it. It’s less about the final image and more about noticing — what’s under your feet, what’s in your kitchen drawer, what’s waiting to be discovered in a garden or park. It turns you into a bit of a texture detective. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/8c30beec-0daa-4a2f-a925-002c5fecb2f8/frottage+workshop+-+adults Blog - Frottage: Exploring the world through texture - It’s not just for kids… Photo of wonderful frottage artworks from a Get Crafty: Frottage & Collage workshop I ran in 2022 via Georges River Libraries. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/51ff0d13-9783-430c-a3d9-82a2ff3c8482/key+animal+frottage Blog - Frottage: Exploring the world through texture - Why Frottage? Touch is one of our earliest senses — before words, before sight, we begin connecting with the world through texture. Frottage taps into this primal curiosity in a gentle, surprising way. It’s also… Low-pressure & low-cost Great for people with limited space or materials A mindful break from screens and inquiry into the environment around you A starting point for other creative projects You might begin with a page of simple rubbings — and end up with a collage, a stitched artwork, or something entirely spontaneous. Possibilities are endless… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/5f98c3e4-06a6-4036-ade7-3124b2cfae2c/frottage+blog.png Blog - Frottage: Exploring the world through texture - What You'll Need Here’s a quick image-based list of what you might gather (and it’s okay if you don’t have everything — use what’s around you!): Paper; tracing paper, printer paper, kraft paper ✏️ Drawing tools; graphite pencil & coloured pencils Textured items from around your house or outside (Optional) Needle and thread, glue stick, scissors. Allow yourself to be spontaneous! Gather items as you go, I’ll always let you know in the first minutes of the video what types of things to look for and gather. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1742860476981-5C1T7LN8S5EEC2ZEKXL4/IMG_9807.jpg Blog - Frottage: Exploring the world through texture - About Me: If we haven’t met, I’m Mary-Helen, a transpersonal art therapist and artist, passionate about equipping others with tools for authentic expression and re-discovering joy in their lives. Through my work, I aim to help people tap into their creative flow, break free from perfectionism, and embrace the process of making art as a way to reconnect with themselves. Most of my artistic journey has been self-taught, and in the last couple of years, I’ve further honed my skills with a Visual Arts Diploma at TAFE, where I spent many hours exploring and experimenting with different art materials — I loved it! I contiune to strengthen my practice through deeping my own creative practices and learning from other skilled practising artists. Find out about 1:1 Art Therapy sessions Follow my Eventbrite for Workshops Subscribe to my Newsletter https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/upcycled-textile-accessories monthly 0.5 2025-04-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/97308a63-d5ca-472e-9e2f-81575b122bc4/Textile+blog+-+example+part+4.png Blog - Upcycled Textile Accessories: A Creative and Sustainable Approach - What to do with all the scraps? I facilitate a lot of creative workshops and I’m often left with piles of fabric scraps at the end. The idea of throwing them away conjures an overwhelming feeling of guilt towards this beautiful planet I live on and I know these scraps still hold so much potential. Over the years, I’ve found ways to repurpose them—using scraps as stuffing for soft sculptures, elements in visible mending, or materials for handmade accessories. Some of the fabric I work with is over a decade old! So I wanted to share this process with my local community because many of us value sustainability, creativity, and the uniqueness of handmade items over mass-produced ones. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/08b4b014-67c1-4f5a-bb69-ecc874a48846/oneand+all+hub+fashion+show Blog - Upcycled Textile Accessories: A Creative and Sustainable Approach - How It All Started I first began making upcycled textile accessories while working at a disability day service. We had a project to reuse denim and create accessories for a fashion show. I had made stitched patches before, but I needed to simplify my approach to suit the needs of our group. That’s how I discovered the process I now use and teach—one that’s accessible, flexible, and honestly works well for most people. To begin we focused mainly on gluing down embellishments but I also found that quite a few participants took naturally to stitching and really enjoyed the delicate and detailed process. Soon we were making denim hand bags, belts, earrings, bracelets, rings, hair clips and personalised patches. It was so fun and playful, each week we found a new way to use demin for personal expression. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/a77d3f3c-8f52-4134-b0e9-7b4f7b219cc5/What+you+need+textile+accessories Blog - Upcycled Textile Accessories: A Creative and Sustainable Approach What you need Below is a list of some items you’ll want to gather for creating your accessories. Glue and buttons are optional but can be a nice option for added extra embellishments that will be hard to stitch on. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/798716eb-b9b3-4214-8f8c-01ad79596f80/IMG_9600.jpg Blog - Upcycled Textile Accessories: A Creative and Sustainable Approach - Make it stand out Absolutely unique. Examples of upcycled textile accessories I’ve crafted. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/3c9ac024-4f33-4351-9de1-c4c91259a93f/Textile+blog+-+example.png Blog - Upcycled Textile Accessories: A Creative and Sustainable Approach - Let’s begin Try this method to get you started: Choose Three Pieces – Pick one large, one medium, and one small piece. They can be different in shape, color, and texture. Play with Arrangement – Move them around, noticing symmetry, angles, negative space, and overall balance. Capture Your Options – Take photos of different layouts. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/522704a7-888a-4fbd-a10a-cd431328f10d/Textile+blog+-+example+part+2.png Blog - Upcycled Textile Accessories: A Creative and Sustainable Approach 4. Pick Your Favorite Composition – Choose the one that speaks to you. 5. Secure Your Design – Start stitching or gluing, and enjoy the process of bringing your vision to life! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/20897261-4fe4-462b-9b68-e861637e3cc3/slow+stitch+examples.png Blog - Upcycled Textile Accessories: A Creative and Sustainable Approach - Stitchin’ inspiration Running stitch is one of the simplest hand-sewing stitches—it's made by passing the needle in and out of the fabric at an even distance to create a dashed line. It’s often used for joining fabric, gathering, or decorative purposes in slow stitching and visible mending. See image on right for different ways you can apply running stitch to create a variety of patterns. I’m sure you can come up with some of you own too! Check out my blog One stitch at a time: Slow Stitching for well-being for more slow stitching inspiration. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/977608df-3ea2-40bf-9d44-35a02c87e5ec/IMG_E9942.JPG Blog - Upcycled Textile Accessories: A Creative and Sustainable Approach About Me: If we haven’t met, I’m Mary-Helen, a transpersonal art therapist and artist, passionate about equipping others with tools for self-expression and self-discovery. Through my work, I aim to help people tap into their creative flow, break free from perfectionism, and embrace the process of making art as a way to reconnect with themselves. Most of my artistic journey has been self-taught, and in the last couple of years, I’ve further honed my skills with a Visual Arts Diploma at TAFE, where I spent many hours exploring and experimenting with different art materials — I loved it! I contiune to strengthen my practice through my own creative practices and learning from other skilled practising artists. Find out about 1:1 Art Therapy sessions Follow my Eventbrite for Workshops Subscribe to my Newsletter https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/watercolourtechplayseries monthly 0.5 2025-04-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/25527bfb-dd3e-4860-8d9c-ec57fd29926a/plastic+salt.png Blog - Letting Go Through Watercolour: A Playful Series for Creativity & Calm In a world that tells us to do more, be perfect, and suppress our voice, watercolour offers something radically different—an invitation to do less, embrace imperfection, and just be authentically you. It flows, it moves, it resists control. And in that, it teaches us something deeper about ourselves. That’s why I created Watercolour Tech & Play—a short and playful video series on YouTube designed to help you explore foundational watercolour techniques in a way that feels freeing, not overwhelming. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/e8b4dc46-07eb-41b3-8a1c-fdf18c5f3ee9/get_crafty_watercolour.jpg Blog - Letting Go Through Watercolour: A Playful Series for Creativity & Calm - What is Watercolour? Watercolour is a transparent painting medium made from pigment and a water-soluble binder (usually gum arabic). Unlike acrylic or oil paints, watercolour is activated by water and relies on layering and fluidity rather than thick application. Because watercolour is lightweight and portable, it has been a favourite medium for artists, illustrators, and travellers for centuries. It’s often associated with delicate washes and soft transitions, but it can also be bold, textural, and full of surprises! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/0eeba0ea-5fc8-420c-a3a8-114bd61141af/pan.png Blog - Letting Go Through Watercolour: A Playful Series for Creativity & Calm Watercolour Pans (Palettes) – These come as solid cakes of paint in a compact palette. They're great for: - Portability & travel - Quick setup and minimal mess - Controlled water-to-paint ratio Watercolour Tubes – These are soft, concentrated pigments that you squeeze out onto a palette. They're ideal for: - Mixing larger amounts of colour - More intense, saturated hues - Greater flexibility with blending & layering If you’re just starting, a pan set is often the easiest way to begin. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/62f5e77c-796d-48a5-8bc5-573866cb1181/yum+grid.png Blog - Letting Go Through Watercolour: A Playful Series for Creativity & Calm Watercolour Paper (Recommended!) - Made from cotton or wood pulp - Absorbs water without warping - Comes in different textures: hot press (smooth), cold press (slightly textured), rough (very textured) Printer or Cartridge Paper (Not Ideal, but fun to experiment with) - Too thin—warps and curls when wet - Paint sits on the surface instead of absorbing properly - Can tear easily with repeated layering https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/56d15f28-2520-4ea9-ba2d-a7afdf771072/grid+of+play.png Blog - Letting Go Through Watercolour: A Playful Series for Creativity & Calm - What’s Inside the Series? Each short video introduces a foundational technique in a way that’s quick, simple, and full of possibilities: https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/9c5d515e-59dc-4efc-acf6-c9d2ef0e425a/Watercolour+series.png Blog - Letting Go Through Watercolour: A Playful Series for Creativity & Calm - Inluded in this 6 Part Series: Everything you need for the 6 part series. Most of this can be found around your home, so it’s a low barrier activity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/7adf5b44-c20d-422b-859a-ff94a7b9e60c/bilateraldraw_me.jpg Blog - Letting Go Through Watercolour: A Playful Series for Creativity & Calm - About Me: If we haven’t met, I’m Mary-Helen, a transpersonal art therapist and artist, passionate about equipping others with tools for self-expression and self-discovery. Through my work, I aim to help people tap into their creative flow, break free from perfectionism, and embrace the process of making art as a way to reconnect with themselves. Most of my artistic journey has been self-taught, and in the last couple of years, I’ve further honed my skills with a Visual Arts Diploma at TAFE, where I spent many hours exploring and experimenting with different art materials — I loved it! I contiune to strengthen my practice through my own creative practices and learning from other skilled practising artists. Find out about 1:1 Art Therapy sessions Follow my Eventbrite for Workshops Subscribe to my Newsletter https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/paperbagjournals monthly 0.5 2025-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/553abbb8-00f1-47ac-9282-5fab26ca4871/paper+bag+journal+supplies Blog - Crafting Recycled Paper Bag Journals - Materials You'll Need to construct the journal Gathering supplies for this project is easy, as many can be found around the house: Paper shopping bags (various sizes and colours work beautifully!) Scissors or a craft knife Glue stick or double-sided tape https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/2006957e-bd50-4014-b7cd-87f024e9719b/art+making+supplies Blog - Crafting Recycled Paper Bag Journals - Materials for Art-Making Oil pastels Permanent marker Watercolor paint Paintbrush Jar of water https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/how-to-create-a-digital-vision-board monthly 0.5 2025-02-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/5081112b-c640-4129-937e-3c710dea1127/vision+board_+2025+canva.png Blog - How to Create a Digital Vision Board Using Canva - Step 3: Arrange & Design Your Vision Board Drag and drop images and text into place. Experiment with Canva’s grids and frames to create a neat layout or go for a free-flow collage style. Use transparency & layering to create a dreamy, overlapping effect. Play with fonts—choose one that feels aligned with your energy (soft script for gentle mornings, bold text for structure). Play with negative space; empty space around your images will help your images stand out clearly. If your vision board is feeling overwhelming or cluttered create more negative space. This could be by resizing or getting rid of images/elements that don’t feel necessary. Play! Play! Play! Muck around with with canva image effects and see what magical things you can come up! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/f4d5a05d-fa6e-426f-ac29-633ed22ba395/Beige+Phone+Reminder+Yoga+Fitness+Instagram+Story.png Blog - How to Create a Digital Vision Board Using Canva - Step 4: Personalize & Finalize Upload a photo of yourself or something personal to make it feel truly yours. Try Canva’s animation feature if you want a digital, moving version of your board. Download your vision board as a JPEG (for wallpaper), PDF (for printing), or MP4 (for animation). Step 5: Use & Revisit Your Vision Board Set it as your phone or desktop wallpaper so you see it daily. Print and stick it near your bedside, mirror, or workspace for motivation. Check in weekly—does this vision still resonate? What small steps can you take to bring it to life? https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/u6reitoden99trseb64miatobg8wnz monthly 0.5 2025-02-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/8f7ccead-929a-4474-b892-2d1e65a618da/word+cloud.png Blog - Creating a Vision Board: bring your vision to life - Make it stand out Values word cloud! What words jump out to you? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/78abeea6-178c-4dbd-9ffc-8e9db8052330/MHDALY+vision+board Blog - Creating a Vision Board: bring your vision to life - Make it stand out Vision board created by me! I made a physical vision board, photographed it then added in digital elements in Canva. https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/whattoexpecttranspersonalarttherapy monthly 0.5 2025-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/6e0e1b52-4c7b-49d5-85d4-b6ba61bd6799/leaf_of_faith.jpg Blog - What to Expect in a One-to-One Transpersonal Art Therapy Session? - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/e0dcfc67-34e0-4c06-98b6-2014b938e899/IMG_3633.heic.jpg Blog - What to Expect in a One-to-One Transpersonal Art Therapy Session? - What is Transpersonal and Transpersonal Art Therapy? The word “transpersonal” means “beyond the persona.” It focuses on aspects of human experience that transcend the individual self, connecting with universal themes such as purpose, transformation, and interconnectedness. Transpersonal Art Therapy integrates these ideas with creative processes, using art as a way to delve into your inner world and access deeper layers of insight, healing, and growth. The emphasis is not on the finished artwork but on the journey of self-expression and the meanings uncovered along the way. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1735608765480-ZUWZ2DRNHHD0MSGEOTD1/unsplash-image-SabbXGMb9bU.jpg Blog - What to Expect in a One-to-One Transpersonal Art Therapy Session? - Example of a Session Imagine someone named Emily, who feels stuck in her career and uncertain about her future. During her session, she paints a foggy forest to represent her feelings of being lost. When invited to add an element that symbolizes hope, she paints a glowing sun peeking through the trees. Through reflection, Emily realizes she has a strong desire to trust her inner compass and take small, intentional steps forward. She leaves feeling more grounded and hopeful. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/0dd24630-8127-4bbf-9164-2dc21c52540b/mary-helen_daly.jpg Blog - What to Expect in a One-to-One Transpersonal Art Therapy Session? - Curious about Transpersonal Art Therapy? I’m Mary-Helen, a Transpersonal Art Therapist & Counsellor. Transperonal Art therapy is a gentle yet transformative practice that helps you access deeper parts of yourself, uncover insights, and navigate life’s challenges creatively and compassionately. If you’re curious about how this process might support you, consider booking a discovery session. It’s an invitation to reconnect with your authentic self and reclaim joy through creativity. https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/r22c8bmv54rd5glzegtbzryitbzeyu monthly 0.5 2025-06-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1735602576720-1SE1ZDN5NSP8Z9QO7QLV/unsplash-image-VkwRmha1_tI.jpg Blog - Choosing Art Materials for Your Online Art Therapy Session - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/db93f124-2997-415b-8f9b-d99c71b3c17a/File_009%286%29.jpg Blog - Choosing Art Materials for Your Online Art Therapy Session - Interested in Online Art Therapy? Ready to fully express yourself and find your voice through creativity? I’m Mary-Helen Daly, a qualified Transpersonal Art Therapist & Counsellor who gently guides you through creative processes that help you uncover hidden parts of yourself and reclaim your spark. Book a free discovery call with me today—I’d love to support you on your journey! https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/art-materials monthly 0.5 2025-02-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1735600443249-NZMT3YPCZE01MHFYN81A/unsplash-image-y-gFKkmWlRY.jpg Blog - Exploring Therapeutic Benefits of Art Materials in Art Therapy - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/658102e6-fee0-494c-b657-2bac80c64aba/leaf+stitching.jpeg Blog - Exploring Therapeutic Benefits of Art Materials in Art Therapy - Interested in Online Art Therapy? Ready to express, release and soothe through creativity? I’m Mary-Helen, a qualified Transpersonal Art Therapist who gently guides you through creative processes that help you ground, restore and recover parts of yourself and reclaim your spark. Book a free discovery call with me today—I’d love to support you on your journey! https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/connect-amp-create-at-our-weekly-ndis-social-art-group monthly 0.5 2026-03-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733956258798-20ZZLN53ZDRJW2M9IOT5/lantern.png Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733956276430-MG4EFQ29H10BY257L34U/mask+and+heart.png Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733956304708-1W8BB5TGTLW3IORWVE9H/sensory+tool+stitch.jpg Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733956371197-JRHXNRLIS602J1DVBGOK/IMG_8220.jpg Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733955001578-3EW39J7J6K7R7UL6AXVO/sensory+bottles.png Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733955024401-JTVS35PHI6O5XHAUHEW2/sticth.png Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733955021301-Z8FV3Z39UJ3Y87002YFC/vessels.png Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733955072198-TI9I7KED4E6JOYY7SLVP/cards.png Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733955070760-6I771NZ4UCO5KKS5P88W/lantern.png Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733955124201-E1DOONOHT3LG95WEB367/masks.png Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733955131566-AXIT011Z23AVLIW03ABR/nature+art.png Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733955140330-YIP6J60ASUQMJX9AN9KW/paint+love.png Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733957085527-CVHO6VJTI6FZ5EIQGHIX/OCH+art+flyer+1.jpg Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1733957085529-XKFGKK9ZQUMTOHX5DRP4/OCH+art+flyer+2.jpg Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/d32ea5a2-c6cc-400e-bd57-2740b827b335/me_+website++%282%29.jpg Blog - Connect & Create at our Weekly Adult NDIS Social Art Group - Meet your facilitator! Hi, I’m Mary-Helen, a qualified Transpersonal Art Therapist and Counsellor with a passion for creating spaces where people can connect, express themselves, and find joy through creativity. I work with people with disabilities, including those with psychosocial and recovery needs. I also work with women ready to reclaim joy in their lives and individuals seeking gentle, creative ways to explore their inner worlds. https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/tending-to-self-care-at-the-end-of-year-creating-space-for-joy monthly 0.5 2024-11-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/3388b190-602c-4ea9-9d5a-d54577ce85f8/december_self_care_calendar2024_Markandmovement.png Blog - Tending to Self Care using Spontaneity - Click the buttons below to get your calendar. There are two version: Colour: best for digital viewing Black and white: best for printing https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/0e7go1k75au3g9aw1cq462adi1h6u0 monthly 0.5 2025-03-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/9cf1171d-26b3-4e42-ac91-bc7e1cd053ee/kindness+heart+works+photo.jpg Blog - One stitch at a time: Slow Stitching for well-being - This blog will cover what slow stitching is, origins and benefits. I’ll also be sharing my own slow stitched examples, other artists projects and resources to help you get started on your own slow stitching journey. Image right: Photo of kindness hearts stitched at community workshop in Kogarah Library. Photo by Mary-Helen Daly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/8b14d9e0-8bd9-4855-875d-e62cee86a910/gorg+leaf.png Blog - One stitch at a time: Slow Stitching for well-being - What is Slow Stitching? An intuitive style of hand-stitching that values process over the end product. While conventional sewing & embroidery tends to follow strict patterns, slow stitching invites spontaneity and improvisation. The practice encourages the use of reclaimed materials, like fabric scraps and old clothing or non-traditional fabrics (leaves, cardboard, paper), allowing stitchers to repurpose and reinvent with each project. Image left: Stitched leaf by Mary-Helen Daly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/20422a53-5214-4dd4-90ae-f521e6da4528/Visible+Mending_2.JPG Blog - One stitch at a time: Slow Stitching for well-being Japanese Sashiko: This traditional form of hand-stitching was used to reinforce and repair clothing, often using geometric patterns and white thread on indigo fabric. It’s rooted in practicality but also has a rich cultural significance. Kantha from India and Bangladesh: This stitching technique involves creating intricate quilts by layering old saris and sewing them together with simple, repetitive running stitches, often telling stories or depicting daily life. Boro in Japan: Similar to sashiko, boro involves piecing together worn fabric scraps to extend the life of textiles, particularly in working-class communities. It embodies a philosophy of "wabi-sabi," which appreciates the beauty in imperfection and transience. Image right: “Wokring on it” slow stitched square using Kantha by Mary-Helen Daly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/aacafeed-9f14-48f1-86e1-d13f0eddc38a/slow+stitch.png Blog - One stitch at a time: Slow Stitching for well-being - A note on non-traditional fabrics for slow stitching You don’t have to just use fabric; almost anything can be fabric. Here’s an example from an Altered book page I created using slow stitching and mixed media. Paper is such an interesting medium to use for stitching as it really captures your senses. Image right: pages of book with slow stitching by Mary-Helen Daly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/d45a97ea-b5f8-4587-8c35-478b67eee793/kindness+hearts.jpg Blog - One stitch at a time: Slow Stitching for well-being - Kindness hearts by Sarah Dale The 1000 Hearts Project is a kindness initiative started in 2016 by Sarah Dale, a mental health social worker from Hobart, Tasmania. The project involves making small, hand-sewn felt hearts, which are then given away to offer comfort and promote compassion. These little hearts are intended to be a physical symbol of love, kindness, and support, especially for people going through difficult times. This project continues today. Image right: Slow stitched hearts crafted by Mary-Helen Daly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/2b4bd403-9653-4a08-b128-450c4621196c/blog+images+with+watermark.png Blog - One stitch at a time: Slow Stitching for well-being - Global Community of Kindness… I had the pleasure of facilitating a Kindness Hearts workshop in my local community in 2022, in collaboration with library programs team at Georges River Library. This cross-generational event was joyful and vibrant; hearts were donated to local hospital via the library team. I used resources from Sarah’s website, which you can find here: Heartist Resources. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/cd671ec8-7e55-4e20-8315-3738980667e6/autumn+stitched.jpg Blog - One stitch at a time: Slow Stitching for well-being - The 100 Day Project is a global art project that happens each year. Each participant choses a art project to do for 100 days. My project was slow stitching leaves. I found this such a nourishing practice. I also shared the joy of leaf stitching by facilitating in-person and online workshops. Follow my eventbrite to stay in the loop for upcoming workshop. See below a video with my daily process of slow sticthing leaves. Image left: Slow stitch autumn leaf by Mary-Helen Daly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/187d681c-b2cb-47d7-adce-d4de044642c4/city+of+sydney+orkshops+leaf.jpg Blog - One stitch at a time: Slow Stitching for well-being - Image right: Slow stitched leaves from City of Sydney Community Cente Open Day event November 2023 I had the pleasure of running an leaf stitching workshop at community centre in Kings Cross and talk about an ice breaker! Participants connected over enjoying crafting with nature, the scents, textures and delight of collaborating with nature and each other. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/9ca7d441-234f-4568-a573-b33c2243c348/slow+stitched+artwork+by+mary-helen+daly Blog - One stitch at a time: Slow Stitching for well-being - Image right: Tender Bits, slow stitched square created by Mary-Helen Daly Gather Materials: Collect scraps, old clothing, or thrifted fabric pieces. You don’t need anything fancy; the beauty of slow stitching is that it can be done with whatever materials are on hand. My favourite place to get matierals is Reverse Garbage. Reduce, reuse, recycle! Choose Your Tools: At a minimum, you’ll need a needle, some embroidery floss/thread, and scissors. *Needles: I use these needles in my workshops; they have larger “eyes” so they are easier to thread. Needles can be hard to find, so when you find ones you love, stock up because they break and get lost very easily. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/20897261-4fe4-462b-9b68-e861637e3cc3/slow+stitch+examples.png Blog - One stitch at a time: Slow Stitching for well-being - Set an Intention: Decide what you want to get out of your stitching session. Is it a creative outlet, a chance to unwind, or a way to connect with sustainable practices? Setting an intention can enhance the experience. Whatever you do, start small! Embrace the imperfection: Easy to say, hard to do. However, with practice letting go of expectations becomes easier and allows you to enjoy the practice of slow stitching. There are so many amazing patterns you can create using one running stitch. Here’s some examples. Naturally, once you get into slow stitching you may desire to learn more styles of embroidery stitch. Here’s a blog that has more ways you can use basic embroidery stitch to create borders and patterns. https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/or2dewvyve9fuvps6l8rtwzhwagkz5-b86yp-7zryn monthly 0.5 2024-10-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/42a57893-c326-4b4e-abcf-b1679d126a5a/386329658_17987578886457165_3975726429323438804_n.jpg Blog - Join the 30 Day Drawing Prompt Challenge November 2024 - Spark Your Imagination with the 30-Day Drawing Prompt Challenge 2024! Are you looking for a fun way to build a daily creative practice, or maybe you just want a little inspiration to get back into art making? Join the #30DayDrawingPromptChallenge2024 and make creativity a part of your everyday life! It’s free, it’s simple, and it only takes a few minutes each day to create a mini artwork on a Post-it note. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or picking up a pen for the first time, this challenge is for everyone! This the fourth round of the challenge and its kicking off this 1st of November 2024. This blog has ALL the information you need to participate in the challenge. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/aefd5fd3-9a19-47c2-b937-deaea69207a6/How+to+-+30+Days+Drawing+Prompt+Challenge+2024.png Blog - Join the 30 Day Drawing Prompt Challenge November 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/98e978db-0338-457f-bc9e-8aba0f17b698/%2330daydrawingpromptchallenge2024_calendar_Mary-Helen_Daly_Markandmovement.com.au.png Blog - Join the 30 Day Drawing Prompt Challenge November 2024 - DOWNLOAD ↓ 30 Day Drawing Prompt Drawing Challenge 2024 Calendar PDF https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/0e208d0xwsldv8n8jv51j3vkr8s0qh-cwcs9 monthly 0.5 2024-10-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/b6522581-65c6-4ebd-b27a-d750757e7476/2.png Blog - Getting Started with Altered Books - What is an Altered Book? Altered books: Scultpure and junk journals © Mary-Helen Daly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/b9fa7458-8e47-417b-ae8b-3d27442d46bd/3.png Blog - Getting Started with Altered Books - Make it stand out Altered Book Sculpture and Block out poetry © Mary-Helen Daly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/f1d5b4b9-c0d6-48ca-acdc-2a4b3ed82e27/Altered+Books_+Supplies.jpeg Blog - Getting Started with Altered Books - Art & Craft Materials: Stapler, masking tape, washi tape, painters tape Scissors or craft knife Markers, pens, or coloured pencils Acrylic paints or watercolours Brushes, sponges, and palette knives Glue (Mod Podge, PVA, or glue sticks) Collage materials (magazine clippings, photos, decorative paper) Stamps, stencils, and ink pads Ephemera (ribbons, fabric, dried flowers, tickets, etc.) Gesso (for priming pages) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/5bc7f3f0-58ff-439c-8d82-ef1e2f579cac/IMG_1229.heic.jpg Blog - Getting Started with Altered Books - You’ve got your book and your art supplies. What now? Altered Books © Mary-Helen Daly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/8cc4f109-4861-492b-9863-449686d74de3/IMG_6567.heic.jpg Blog - Getting Started with Altered Books - Fold-Outs and Pop-Ups Altered Book Sculpture © Mary-Helen Daly https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/8a6d1eed-6b5b-4ee6-81d0-f367b00c88c3/altered+books+and+sticth+leaf.png Blog - Getting Started with Altered Books - Embedding 3D Objects What it is: Adding small three-dimensional objects to the book. How to use it: Glue items like buttons, beads, keys, or fabric flowers onto the pages for extra dimension and texture. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/020b48f9-8a69-4de2-9a1c-6791345cf0a2/altered+book+fan.jpg Blog - Getting Started with Altered Books - I hope you enjoy getting started with Altered books! Follow my eventbrite so you can jump into one of my workshops! Mary-Helen Daly Transpersonal Art Therapist & Counsellor Follow me on Instagram https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/discovering-the-joy-of-abstract-mark-making monthly 0.5 2024-08-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/deb1ce1d-558d-4231-9107-cb80e2256e1d/get+crafty+august+-+mark+making.jpg Blog - Discovering the Joy in Abstract Mark Making - Make it stand out Image: Artwork of Abstract marks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/8f9e6a2b-04cc-4d15-bab2-9ca222dd2865/brush+bits.jpg Blog - Discovering the Joy in Abstract Mark Making - Make it stand out Image: Selection of non-traditional mark making tools; https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/e14909ad-558b-4b9a-8ff7-bf9b6643a032/orange%2Bpink%2Bblack%2Bmarks.jpg Blog - Discovering the Joy in Abstract Mark Making - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/1723278912117-NPKPHZF605MBIPL7ZCCT/unsplash-image-wtaZVhyTLfQ.jpg Blog - Discovering the Joy in Abstract Mark Making - Where to buy inks: Eckersley's: One of Australia's largest art supply stores, offering a variety of acrylic inks online and in-store. Officeworks: Sells art supplies, including acrylic inks, both online and in their physical stores. Riot Art & Craft: An Australian retailer specializing in art supplies with an online store and various locations across the country. Art Shed Online: An Australian online art supply store with a range of acrylic inks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/08d28911-db2a-4e32-9bba-c60325dc612b/IMG_0351.PNG Blog - Discovering the Joy in Abstract Mark Making - About me and Mark and Movement Hi, I’m Mary-Helen! I’m a Transpersonal Art Therapist and Artist. I help people reclaim joy through creativity. I facilitate creative workshops and groups, online and in-person. I list all my online creative workshops on my Eventbrite. Follow my page and you’ll be notified when new offerings are announced. Thanks for reading my blog! If you have any questions feel free to reach out. Mary-Helen Daly https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/tips-for-offering-online-workshops-and-groups monthly 0.5 2024-02-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/15705787-57c1-4dbf-bc9a-06eec13f5131/example_instructions.png Blog - How to get started running online art therapy groups and workshops - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/gzlko9gqdfr5fkg6l5k8u27of05moc monthly 0.5 2023-09-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/3f2d56b2-e7b9-41f3-9efd-fb5af5b54376/colour_prompt_installation.jpg Blog - Creative prompt for exploring colour Creative Prompt for Exploring Colour Bring to your mind's eye a colour that brings you calm or joy. Forage around your home and find items similar to that colour. Create a temporary installation with the items in a part of your home that you'll see through out the day. Dismantle when you feel it's time to let it go. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/df0ce2b7-d66b-4cff-a55b-541d4d0d67e0/pink_installation.jpg Blog - Creative prompt for exploring colour - Here’s my response to my creative prompt I took some time to create my own response to the prompt. Pink is currently a colour that soothes my senses. It’s fun, romantic and full of joyful, soft heart energy. And it seems I have a lot of pink things in my personal space. Funny that! https://markandmovement.com.au/blog/or2dewvyve9fuvps6l8rtwzhwagkz5-b86yp monthly 0.5 2024-09-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/92bf150b-0c4c-4042-b693-3167750c0366/decemeber+post+it+note+images_colour+calendar.jpg Blog - Join the 30 Day Post-it Note Drawing Challenge October 2023 - Here we go again! The Post-it Note Drawing Prompt Challenge is back this October and you are invited to join in the fun! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/d78f6ade-25d2-46b4-b400-0f70f7e0eb18/previous+post+it+note+challenges+artworks.png Blog - Join the 30 Day Post-it Note Drawing Challenge October 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62bb01922a4195552d6401ed/cb2974ef-3632-4fa7-a049-b0fceeae3cfb/december+post-it+notes.jpg Blog - Join the 30 Day Post-it Note Drawing Challenge October 2023 - It starts with one and turns into many… Here I am standing next to my complete post-it note artworks from the challenge I ran in December! I didn’t have a plan for what I would draw but surprisingly a story started to unfold over the month. 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