So what is a sensory bag and how did I find out about them? A sensory bag is a great way to investigate and learn about the world around you by observing objects and textures and stimulating the 5 senses.
Action painting aka action art. Oh Action art, how lovely are your paintings? Anyone heard of action art before? It’s not a new form of self defense. It’s a cool vibe that incorporates movement of objects or materials to create something artistic.
As a therapist working with mostly youth and teens, I need every tool that I can get when working with my clients. These space nebula jars are calming and soothing and attractive to look at. Not only are these a great therapeutic tool but they’re also inexpensive to make.
Meditation literally saved me, here’s how! In March of 2020 I developed horrible insomnia. I was losing weight, not sleeping, stressing over money, work, time, and losing my summer job. I started walking around my neighborhood just to kill time. Then I got bored with that and I started running. I AM NOT A RUNNER! I NEVER have been.
Painting my house all began innocently enough last week when I noticed that the shelf I have anchored on the wall to the right as you walk through my front door was a little bit wobbly. This shelf holds all the things, the keys, the mail, the leashes . . .all the things.
In a previous blog we talked about Dirty Pour acrylic art. Dutch pour is similar in style to dirty pour but the execution is a tad different. I use a hair dryer or some drinking straws depending on the size of the canvas or the area I’m trying to enhance!