ArtJournals4Cancer: July 2011

Let the Healing Begin!

Art Journaling is a great way to get some of those feelings out that you just can't put into words. It's a great stress relief! There is no right or wrong! You can get back to some of the basics of just being a kid...do a little cutting and pasting, a little coloring, add a quote and be yourself! You can show people your work or keep it to yourself. What I love the most is creating and sharing with other people that like to art journal too. You would be surprised at how many wonderful comments you will get by just bringing along your art journal to your chemotherapy appointments! And what a wonderful way to spend the time. My Mom and I love to draw silly pictures while she gets her chemo. So grab some paper, some scissors a little glue and some crayons and have a try!

Sunday, July 10, 2011

What's New!

I've been working on collage and keeping a daily diary/calendar, but with the calendar, I'm doodling! I love it! I'll share a photo below. I took a break on creating the ArtJournals4Cancer as I've been taking time off to take my mother to her chemotherapy appointments. I needed some time to get to know my mother more which in turn makes me want to create more! My mother has always supported my creative side; after all, she's my role model!

Also - my soul mate and I were married and my mother helped perform the ceremony! A few months ago, we weren't sure if she would be with us, now the change in chemo has helped not only extend her life, but given her some major improvements to her quality of life.

For those of you with cancer...KEEP FIGHTING IT! And let art help you heal!