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ART THERAPY: WHEN WELLBEING MEETS CREATIVITY
Art therapy is a therapeutic activity that uses artistic creativity as a means of expressing emotions. By allowing patients to visually express feelings that are sometimes difficult to say out loud, art therapy contributes to better self-understanding and better emotional balance.
Whether you’ve chosen to work with a therapist or prefer to explore art therapy on your own, the most important thing is to explore your creativity freely and create without any fear of judgment. Caran d'Ache will guide you step-by-step on a journey of self-exploration through the benefits and origins of art therapy and the best choice of supplies.
Whether you’ve chosen to work with a therapist or prefer to explore art therapy on your own, the most important thing is to explore your creativity freely and create without any fear of judgment. Caran d'Ache will guide you step-by-step on a journey of self-exploration through the benefits and origins of art therapy and the best choice of supplies.
WHAT IS ART THERAPY?
Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses the process of artistic creation to improve mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. It allows personal expression through artistic practice, whether drawing, painting, music, dance or theatre.
Art therapy finds its roots on the middle of the twentieth century, when doctors and psychologists noticed the therapeutic benefits that art had on patients suffering from mental illness.
Margaret Naumburg is often considered the pioneer of art therapy in the United States, notably using drawing and painting as means of communication to help her patients express repressed emotions. Art therapy is equally associated with the British painter Adrian Hill who in the 1940's attributed his quick convalescence from tuberculosis to the practice of art therapy.
Today, art therapy is used in hospitals, schools and rehab. The aim is to help patients overcome emotional, psychological and physical hurdles.
Art therapy finds its roots on the middle of the twentieth century, when doctors and psychologists noticed the therapeutic benefits that art had on patients suffering from mental illness.
Margaret Naumburg is often considered the pioneer of art therapy in the United States, notably using drawing and painting as means of communication to help her patients express repressed emotions. Art therapy is equally associated with the British painter Adrian Hill who in the 1940's attributed his quick convalescence from tuberculosis to the practice of art therapy.
Today, art therapy is used in hospitals, schools and rehab. The aim is to help patients overcome emotional, psychological and physical hurdles.
THE BENEFITS OF ART THERAPY
Art therapy provides a range of health benefits, both mental and emotional:
● Diminish stress levels: artistic activities favour concentration and mindfulness, helping to reduce anxiety and creating a calm mental space.
● Improve self-expression: Art therapy provides a safe and free way to express thoughts and feelings which are sometimes difficult to verbalise, contributing to improved mental health.
● Manage emotions: Art therapy allows people to convert their feelings into artistic work. The process helps you to understand and manage your emotions.
● Improve self-confidence: the creative process gives people a sense of accomplishment. Every completed project reinforces self-confidence and promotes self-acceptance.
● Cognitive stimulation: art therapy encourages critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making which is beneficial for cognitive health, especially for patients who are in rehabilitation.
● Kids' artistic expression: when it comes to kids, art therapy is a natural and accessible way to explore their emotions and develop their creativity. Art therapy sessions can help children express feelings that they can't verbalise which is beneficial for their emotional health.
● Help for people who have experienced trauma: art therapy can help individuals who have experienced trauma to treat and overcome their traumatic memories. Art therapy is a way of managing pain, anxiety and stress and provides catharsis through artistic expression.
THE SUPPLIES YOU'LL NEED TO START ART THERAPY WITH CARAN D'ACHE
Caran d'Ache offers a range of high-quality products which are perfectly adapted to art therapy, allowing every individual to express their emotions and ideas. Here is a selection of supplies to get you started in art therapy:
● Water-soluble colored pencils: perfect for creating a watercolor effect with the accuracy of a pencil. The water-soluble colored pencils from the Supracolor™ Aquarelle range are perfect for creating gradients and subtle color combinations, making it perfect for transitioning from drawing to painting.
● Fibre-tipped pens: with their water-soluble ink, Caran d'Ache Fibralo™ Brush pens are ideal for tracing precise lines and vibrant colors. they're easy to use which makes them perfect for quick and spontaneous drawing sessions.
● Pastels: The Neocolor™ Aquarelle wax pastels are ideal for expressive and sensory art experience. The soft and water-soluble texture allows you to play with colors and create multiple effects.
● Coloring notebooks: perfect for anyone wishing to start art therapy, coloring notebooks focus your concentration on simple and calming patterns, making you relax and feel less stressed.
● Sketchbook: Keep a sketchbook or a drawing paper on you at all times so you can draw when you feel like it, keep your drawings together and follow your progress over time.
● Graphite pencils: these are perfect for working on shadowing and texture.
● Paintbrushes: Must-haves for adding watercolor effects to your drawings.
● Water-soluble colored pencils: perfect for creating a watercolor effect with the accuracy of a pencil. The water-soluble colored pencils from the Supracolor™ Aquarelle range are perfect for creating gradients and subtle color combinations, making it perfect for transitioning from drawing to painting.
● Fibre-tipped pens: with their water-soluble ink, Caran d'Ache Fibralo™ Brush pens are ideal for tracing precise lines and vibrant colors. they're easy to use which makes them perfect for quick and spontaneous drawing sessions.
● Pastels: The Neocolor™ Aquarelle wax pastels are ideal for expressive and sensory art experience. The soft and water-soluble texture allows you to play with colors and create multiple effects.
● Coloring notebooks: perfect for anyone wishing to start art therapy, coloring notebooks focus your concentration on simple and calming patterns, making you relax and feel less stressed.
● Sketchbook: Keep a sketchbook or a drawing paper on you at all times so you can draw when you feel like it, keep your drawings together and follow your progress over time.
● Graphite pencils: these are perfect for working on shadowing and texture.
● Paintbrushes: Must-haves for adding watercolor effects to your drawings.
ART THERAPY: HOW TO GET STARTED
Art therapy is accessible to all, adults and children alike, whether the focus is personal development, stress reduction or exploring your creativity. You can work with a therapist or take part in group workshops, but it is also possible to start art therapy on your own in an autonomous way.
When getting started in art therapy, start by incorporating an artistic activity into your daily routine. Pouring, painting, coloring, working with clay or making collages are all excellent ways of getting started. The important thing is to concentrate on the creative process rather than the end result. And the good news is you don't have to know how to draw to get the full benefits of art therapy.
Keeping a journal of your creations and your thoughts can also help you follow your progress and think about the emotions and feelings that come out during your art therapy sessions.
While working with a professional therapist can bring you added benefits, exploring your emotions and creativity on your own can also be very beneficial. Autonomous art therapy helps you better understand your emotions and express them freely, without fear of judgment. By integrating art therapy into your daily life, you create a calm and relaxing safe space. This approach will allow you to develop at your own pace and discover artistic techniques that are best for you and at the same time you reap the benefits of art therapy.
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