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I want to help you create a little JOY in your LIFE through ART. Whether you are a widow, widower, empty nester, suffer with anxiety and or depression, art helps me heal and it can help you too.

Dive into a world where art and creativity intertwine to spark joy in everyday moments. Here, you'll discover simple yet inspiring projects designed to ignite your passion for expression. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just beginning your creative journey, join me in exploring the transformative power of artistry and the joy it brings to our lives.

Let's paint, craft, and create our way to happiness together!

-Teresa

How Art & Creativity Heal

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  • Want a Brain That's 4–7 Years Younger? Pick Up a Paintbrush.

    Want a Brain That's 4–7 Years Younger? Pick Up ...

    According to a recent study by Nature Communications, people who pursue creative interests and hobbies have brains that are 4-7 years younger on average than those who don't.

    Want a Brain That's 4–7 Years Younger? Pick Up ...

    According to a recent study by Nature Communications, people who pursue creative interests and hobbies have brains that are 4-7 years younger on average than those who don't.

  • Hello June: A Fresh Page for Creativity and Joy

    Hello June: A Fresh Page for Creativity and Joy

    Little moments matter. More than we sometimes realize. I know creativity has been that gentle place for me many times in life. After loss. During stress. In seasons where life felt overwhelming or uncertain. Creativity did...

    Hello June: A Fresh Page for Creativity and Joy

    Little moments matter. More than we sometimes realize. I know creativity has been that gentle place for me many times in life. After loss. During stress. In seasons where life felt overwhelming or uncertain. Creativity did...

  • Memorial Day, Memory & Making Something Meaningful

    Memorial Day, Memory & Making Something Meaningful

    There’s something about Memorial Day that feels different. Create something Patriotic Yes… there are backyard barbecues, sunshine, garden centers overflowing with flowers, and the unofficial kickoff to summer (which you...

    Memorial Day, Memory & Making Something Meaningful

    There’s something about Memorial Day that feels different. Create something Patriotic Yes… there are backyard barbecues, sunshine, garden centers overflowing with flowers, and the unofficial kickoff to summer (which you...

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How Art and Creativity Heal

Want a Brain That's 4–7 Years Younger? Pick Up a Paintbrush.

Want a Brain That's 4–7 Years Younger? Pick Up ...

According to a recent study by Nature Communications, people who pursue creative interests and hobbies have brains that are 4-7 years younger on average than those who don't.

Want a Brain That's 4–7 Years Younger? Pick Up ...

According to a recent study by Nature Communications, people who pursue creative interests and hobbies have brains that are 4-7 years younger on average than those who don't.

Hello June: A Fresh Page for Creativity and Joy

Hello June: A Fresh Page for Creativity and Joy

Little moments matter. More than we sometimes realize. I know creativity has been that gentle place for me many times in life. After loss. During stress. In seasons where life felt overwhelming or uncertain. Creativity did...

Hello June: A Fresh Page for Creativity and Joy

Little moments matter. More than we sometimes realize. I know creativity has been that gentle place for me many times in life. After loss. During stress. In seasons where life felt overwhelming or uncertain. Creativity did...

Memorial Day, Memory & Making Something Meaningful

Memorial Day, Memory & Making Something Meaningful

There’s something about Memorial Day that feels different. Create something Patriotic Yes… there are backyard barbecues, sunshine, garden centers overflowing with flowers, and the unofficial kickoff to summer (which you...

Memorial Day, Memory & Making Something Meaningful

There’s something about Memorial Day that feels different. Create something Patriotic Yes… there are backyard barbecues, sunshine, garden centers overflowing with flowers, and the unofficial kickoff to summer (which you...

Tiny Creative Moments Can Still Change Your Day

Tiny Creative Moments Can Still Change Your Day

There’s something I’ve been realizing lately while sitting at my desk with iced coffee in one hand and glue sticks, paper scraps, or paintbrushes scattered around me. Tiny Creative Moments...

Tiny Creative Moments Can Still Change Your Day

There’s something I’ve been realizing lately while sitting at my desk with iced coffee in one hand and glue sticks, paper scraps, or paintbrushes scattered around me. Tiny Creative Moments...

5 Ways to Reset After a Long Winter

5 Ways to Reset After a Long Winter

Fresh air is underrated. There is something about opening the windows, letting the stale winter air out, and hearing birds instead of your heater trying to survive another season. It...

5 Ways to Reset After a Long Winter

Fresh air is underrated. There is something about opening the windows, letting the stale winter air out, and hearing birds instead of your heater trying to survive another season. It...

Create Self Care with 15 Minute Creative Projects

Create Self Care with 15 Minute Creative Projects

Maybe light a candle. Maybe pour yourself something warm (or iced… no judgment). And maybe—just maybe—let’s stop pretending self-care has to be an all-day retreat with a color-coded planner and...

Create Self Care with 15 Minute Creative Projects

Maybe light a candle. Maybe pour yourself something warm (or iced… no judgment). And maybe—just maybe—let’s stop pretending self-care has to be an all-day retreat with a color-coded planner and...