Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Art Therapy Project
Hey guys, well I guess it's time for me to begin this project I have been contemplating for several months now. My research into art therapy began when I was looking for some artistic coping mechanisms, which I can relate to. I have found some more interesting than others but regardless it is difficult to actually be involved in any type of program as they are not easily accessible in most areas. I want to create a small art therapy program which will possibly be in the form of a zine/workbook because I feel like everyone should have the chance to try these methods. I am in no way a therapist, I want to create something that will be healing for people and not triggering at the same time. If any of you have any ideas of projects I could add into this, or just any knowledge or resource you know of that you think might be helpful in creating this I would love to hear them. You can either leave me a comment or send an email to me at kellokiki@hotmail.com. I already have a fair amount of information and resources but I want it to be something that everyone can use, however I am going to try and make the exercises relevant to people who suffer from mental illness as a way to cope. Everyone who submits an idea, whether I use it or not, will have their name put into a draw. I will be drawing 3 names upon completion of the zine who will receive a free copy. I anticipate it's going to take me a month or less to make and publish as I am quite busy at the moment. But please, I would love to hear your suggestions. I have very few followers so I am not sure how far this will reach, but if you know of anyone who might be interested in this please pass it along. Thanks guys, look forward to hearing your suggestions!
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3 comments:
This is a great idea. But you know me, I love zines, they are awesome. I would say the that I have five creative outlets. Cardmaking, Photography, zine making, digital scrapbooking and stamping [as in rubber stamping] for which I make book marks and such. There is just so much out there that you can do. I remember one of my zines I hand painted the cover of every zine. It looked awesome but the content of the zine wasn't up to scratch so I recycled them. Good luck with your preject. I know you'll do an awesome job.
I don't know much about zines, or what you put in them. But I'd love some ideas on art therapy.
My depression kills my ability to create at times. Sometimes just for a few months, other times, for a year or more. I hate it so much.
Thanks guys, I am still working on the layout, I think it's going to take awhile but it's my first zine so I want to try really hard to make it exactly what I want, and not just slap it together. Wish me luck!
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