CREATIVE WELLNESS PRACTICES

Art helps me stay grounded in a chaotic world. Even a few minutes a day can bring calm and clarity. I love sharing simple tips and rituals, and most take just ten minutes! Here are some of my favorites.

DAILY-ISH COLLAGED POSTCARDS
I keep a stack of index cards and blank postcards on my desk for quick, small intuitive collages. I aim to make one a day or week, depending on my schedule. The goal is to have fun, not pressure. Bonus: I can mail them to friends and family as a way to stay connected and show my appreciation!

INTUITIVE SCRAP COLLAGES
I set a timer for about ten minutes, grab random papers from my scrap bin, and create intuitive collages. It’s a playful way to warm up when I’m stuck creatively, and it’s always exciting to see how the scraps come together. Check out some before-and-after shots below.

ROLODEX REMINDERS
Here’s another easy way to fit daily art into your routine. I found an old Rolodex cards at a thrift store and thought they’d be perfect for collages and keeping inspiring quotes. My goal is to fill the Rolodex and someday pass it on to my daughters as a visual keepsake of my art and the words that inspire me.

EMOTIONAL SHAPES

I started this practice to honor my body and work through some health issues. Each collage is a tribute to a specific part of me as an act of appreciation and healing. This process is about releasing and honoring emotions, and not worrying about what the outcome is. Through tearing, layering, and creating, I connect with my body and allow space for grief, gratitude, and everything in between.