5 Mindful Art Projects to Embrace Autumn September 17, 2025Bernadette Pamplin Autumn is one of the most inspiring seasons for creativity. The crisp air, the changing colours, the gentle rhythm of nature winding down—all of these invite us to slow down...
The Psychology of Calling Yourself an Artist August 25, 2025Bernadette Pamplin For many people, the words “I am an artist” feel heavy, almost unreachable. They hesitate to say it aloud, even if they paint in their free time, keep sketchbooks filled...
Dear Reader, I know things are heavy right now August 17, 2025Bernadette Pamplin Dear Reader, I know things feel heavy right now. Maybe you’ve been carrying that weight for hours, days, or even longer. The world might seem a little grey, and everything—no...
5 Calming Breath Techniques (and How They Help) August 17, 2025Bernadette Pamplin When life feels overwhelming, we often forget one of our most accessible tools: our breath. Slow, intentional breathing isn’t just relaxing — it’s a science-backed way to soothe the nervous...
5 Things for a Quick Dopamine Boost (Including Painting, Obviously) August 17, 2025Bernadette Pamplin We all have those days when energy feels low, motivation is missing, and the world looks a little grey around the edges. The culprit? It could be a dip in...
How Looking at Art Is Good for the Soul (and 5 Scientifically Proven Pieces to Lift Your Mind) August 07, 2025Bernadette Pamplin There’s something unspoken and powerful that happens when we stand in front of a beautiful painting or a moving sculpture. Our breathing slows. Our thoughts soften. Our heart feels... something...
5 Wonderful Resources to Begin Your Art Therapy Journey at Home August 07, 2025Bernadette Pamplin Finding gentle, creative ways to care for your mind doesn’t require grand plans—just a few trusted resources and a bit of curiosity. If you’re exploring art as a form of...
What Colours Mean – A Deep Dive into Emotional Associations August 07, 2025Bernadette Pamplin If colours are a language, then every shade speaks its own story. Artists, designers, and psychologists have long known that colours hold emotional weight—but what do they actually mean? And...
The Psychology of Colour – Why Colours Make Us Feel Things August 07, 2025Bernadette Pamplin When you walk into a bright yellow room, you might feel cheerful and energised. Step into a deep blue space, and suddenly everything feels calm and quiet. But why? Why...
Prioritise Your Self Care in a Busy Life (and Why You Deserve To) August 03, 2025Bernadette Pamplin Life can feel like a race some days—work, family, errands, messages to reply to, laundry piles that multiply when you blink. In the rush of all this, self care can...
Why Making Art Is a Form of Self-Care (Even If You’re “Not an Artist”) August 03, 2025Bernadette Pamplin We often think of self-care as bubble baths, long walks, or early nights—but sometimes, self-care looks like a blank page and a splash of colour. Art is more than a...
Writing Poetry to Process Emotions July 26, 2025Bernadette Pamplin Emotions can feel messy, overwhelming, or too big to put into everyday language. Sometimes, speaking them out loud doesn’t feel right—or even possible. That’s where poetry comes in. Writing poetry...