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Using Art As A Therapy Tool

When we found out that our son was autistic, we were devastated about the possibility of losing communication with him. Sure enough, over the coming months his speech slowly faded away, and we were left wondering how to relay messages. Fortunately, we took our son to a great therapist in the area who taught us to work with him through art. He started painting little pictures, and it was a great way to work with him. It was amazing to see how much of a difference art made in his progress. My blog is all about art, and why you shouldn't discount its power in your life.

Latest Posts

3 Ideal Gifts for Comic Strip Fans

Posted on June 2, 2021

If you have someone in your life who loves comic strips, then you can find unique ways to celebrate their interest. Comic strip gifts include a wide range of options and give you the chance to branch out and really select a unique present. Browse through some ideas and see what stands out as you shop for special occasions. 1. Comic Strip Apparel Many comic strip artists have converted their artwork into clothing items. [Read More]

Tips For Selecting High-Quality Acrylic Painting Supplies

Posted on January 29, 2021

If you are new to acrylic painting, you may erroneously believe any supplies will do or you may want to avoid wasting high-quality supplies. Even beginners need to select quality supplies, otherwise, you may not get the results you want and it will be harder to develop your skills. Canvas Your canvas is the foundation of any painting. Many beginners start with canvas panels because they are usually economical for learning and they take less space to store. [Read More]

Why A Wall Mural At A Youth Club Is A Good Idea

Posted on April 6, 2020

Wall murals can work well in a variety of locations, including in businesses and even private homes. If you operate any sort of youth club — a place where local youths hang out after school — you might wish to entertain the idea of having a mural painted inside of your building. You can consult with a local artist who frequently paints murals, and get them to work with the children to come up with a design and then produce it together. [Read More]

3 Ways Dance Lessons Can Build Your Shy Child's Confidence

Posted on June 8, 2017

As a parent, it can be difficult to watch your shy child struggle to make friends or participate in activities. Shyness can also affect your child's academic performance, as they may experience anxiety about raising their hands to volunteer answers, participating in class discussions, or giving presentations in front of the class. Shyness isn't something that your child can just overcome because they want to, but there are things you can do to bring them out of their shell and build their self-confidence, and dance lessons can help with that. [Read More]