Art

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Health Benefits of Art

Art is more than paint on a canvas. It has educational applications. It teaches self-expression and communication, as well as mathematics. It can also create an avenue for release, and a moment in time that belongs only to the individual creating the art. The world falls away, along with the stress of everyday living.

Self-expression
Self-confidence
Self-regulation
Self-reliance

Art is used in education, teaching mathematics, English, communication, and self-expression. Art creates the opportunity for artists to release pent up emotions, and to communicate in a manner that does not require written or spoken word. It creates feelings of peace, calm, happiness, and fulfillment. It may also boost feelings of self-esteem and self-worth.

There are also instances in which individuals who suffer from behavioral health disorders experience a temporary relief of symptoms while fully engaged in the practice of their art. Some individuals report a decrease in stress and anxiety. Whether you’re an artist or a patron of the arts, when you support the art community, you are supporting education, health, and well-being in others – you’re building a better community and a better future.

What Art Means from an Artist

"What art has shown me is that in spite of my visual issues that I have, I can still create something beautiful. That means something to me. Each week I am challenged to step outside my comfort zone, and try something I haven’t been able to do before. I have learned through doing this that things are only scary until you face it down. I hope through this I can inspire other people with visual issues to step out and try so they can create something beautiful, too."

Stephanie Kizziar, Artist