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artists and what kind of art we like. Quite a few people have brought in their sketchbooks, drawings and photographs of paintings they have made at home. It has been a real pleasure to see the different creative skills that everyone has.
We look forward to sharing the artworks that come from these workshops in the next brochure.
"I had forgotten how calming and therapeutic simply sitting down and drawing /painting something can be. The hour and a half ew by as I became really wrapped up in what I was doing. Observing myself and the other participants, it also reminded me that while talking openly about thoughts and feelings can be very mental-health promoting, staying generally quiet and concentrating whilst 'doing' is also hugely valid in a different way for our psychological well-being."
Craig Barton
Clinical Associate in Applied Psychology (CAAP)
"When I realised that I could join in as a
staff member, at the Psychological Therapies department Artlink workshops, I was both excited and apprehensive. I’m fairly creative in some areas but not when it comes to art
or painting! However it’s impossible to be daunted in the serene environment created by Vanessa, with her gentle but enthusiastic encouragement.
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