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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

5 Reasons High School Football Players Should Take Hip Hop Dance Classes

Posted on February 3, 2016

Other than an entertaining half-time show, hip hop dancing may not to seem to directly correlate with the world of football. However, if you're a high school football player looking to improve your skills, then a hip hop dance class may be the next best way to step off the sidelines and get some effective time on the field. Hip hop dancing is not just a free flowing movement class. It is full of discipline, training, and a number of skills that can transition over to football. [Read More]

3 Reasons To Take Your Kids To An Art Gallery

Posted on October 27, 2015

If you are planning a trip to an art gallery and are not sure if your kids should go with, you might want to consider bringing them along. While you may have to talk to them ahead of time to help them understand the rules they must follow while they are there, exposing them to an art gallery can be extremely beneficial for them. Here are three reasons to consider bringing your kids along to your upcoming trip to an art gallery. [Read More]