creativity

The Importance of Creating Simply For Your Own Joy

By: Susan Browning

It’s so easy to get stuck in our ordinary, wouldn’t you agree? If anything motherhood has opened my eyes to the ways I used to be creative when uninhibited by obligation, or creative deadlines. Or well, life. Creativity accesses the child within us all, and when modelled it can pass onto Kingdom expression to the next generation – which is why I think creating for joy ourselves is such an important aspect of our lives.

Storms Are Life

By: Elaine Fraser

For a long time it seemed to me that life was about to begin – real life. But there was always some obstacle in the way, something to be gotten through first, some unfinished business, time to still be served, a debt to be paid. Then life would begin. At last it dawned on me that these obstacles were my life. Alfred Souza

What Can Art Do for My Kids?

Townsville is great at having lots of arts-friendly activities, but with all the artsy offerings around town, should parents be taking their kids?

Experts say – YES! And here’s why –

1. Art builds connection. Getting out as a family, chatting about art, will expose you to a new way to connect with your kids of all ages.
2. Art builds social skills. Teach your kids to be good conversationalists, to listen, to values the preferences of others.

3. Art enhances development. From fine motor skills, to problem solving skills, art has many benefits. It also links neuro path ways and can help kids engage both sides of the brain.
4. Art promotes creativity. Yes, its the obvious answer, but there aren’t many places where we can engage without so many rules. Its a health outlet for kids

5. Art helps kids express emotion. There’s a reason adult colouring books are popular! It really is relaxing. Expressing emotion for art is a really healthy way for your kids to let out their energy.