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]]> By: Amy Johnson Maricle https://mindfulartstudio.com/creative-self-care-painting-through-grief-with-joy-simon/#comment-12256 Mon, 21 Nov 2016 18:40:23 +0000 http://mindfulartstudio.com/?p=6066#comment-12256 In reply to Jo.

HI Jo:

It’s amazing how Joy’s work speaks so directly to the spirit, isn’t it? And thank YOU so much, Jo, for letting me know that I’m hitting the mark, part of the goal of this series was to empower more artists in the Mindful Art Studio community.

Creatively Yours,

Amy

]]> By: Jo https://mindfulartstudio.com/creative-self-care-painting-through-grief-with-joy-simon/#comment-12247 Sun, 20 Nov 2016 18:47:55 +0000 http://mindfulartstudio.com/?p=6066#comment-12247 OH, Joy! A resounding yes! to your story. I can relate(experienced trauma) and do art with the same aspiration for beauty from pain. Your work awakens the Feminine Divine in me. Amy, thank you. Your innovative approach to art and recognizing the voices of your students is empowering.
Peace,
Jo

]]> By: Jo https://mindfulartstudio.com/creative-self-care-painting-through-grief-with-joy-simon/#comment-12246 Sun, 20 Nov 2016 18:42:45 +0000 http://mindfulartstudio.com/?p=6066#comment-12246 In reply to Bonnie Lecat.

Love Twyla Tharp’s quote. One of my favorites!

]]> By: Sally Swain https://mindfulartstudio.com/creative-self-care-painting-through-grief-with-joy-simon/#comment-12227 Sat, 19 Nov 2016 00:00:04 +0000 http://mindfulartstudio.com/?p=6066#comment-12227 In reply to Amy Johnson Maricle.

Hi Amy
It paid off in spades!
(making the time to take in their words).
Thank you once again.
love Sally

]]> By: Sally Swain https://mindfulartstudio.com/creative-self-care-painting-through-grief-with-joy-simon/#comment-12226 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 23:56:54 +0000 http://mindfulartstudio.com/?p=6066#comment-12226 In reply to Amy Johnson Maricle.

Ditto ditto
Thank you for sharing your story, Bonnie. I am touched.
And I like how you put it, Amy – that art and vulnerability bring us together. Yes!!!

]]> By: Amy Johnson Maricle https://mindfulartstudio.com/creative-self-care-painting-through-grief-with-joy-simon/#comment-12223 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 16:13:21 +0000 http://mindfulartstudio.com/?p=6066#comment-12223 In reply to Bonnie Lecat.

HI Bonnie:

Wow – thank you for sharing YOUR story here. I love how art and vulnerability have this wonderful way of bringing us together. Thank you so much for your wonderful words and wisdom.

Cheers,

Amy

]]> By: Bonnie Lecat https://mindfulartstudio.com/creative-self-care-painting-through-grief-with-joy-simon/#comment-12222 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 16:07:03 +0000 http://mindfulartstudio.com/?p=6066#comment-12222 Thank you so much for sharing your story and your artwork, Joy! And thank you for facilitating that, Amy. I really enjoy your blog:) I certainly share your beliefs about art and self care! I have been an artist my whole life, but it wasn’t until I went through some really tough times that I began to see creating art in a different way. My youngest daughter became severely disabled by anxiety and depression and when we had to send her away to a residential treatment facility, it was devastating to me. The only way I could get through the day sometimes was to create and paint. Focussing on creating was truly my medicine and my escape. As Twyla Tharp puts it “art is the only way to run away without leaving home.” I’m happy to say that my daughter is now doing extremely well and has learned many ways to deal with her anxiety and depression:) Anyway, your story touched me, Joy. I wish you all the best with your art journey! xo

]]> By: Amy Johnson Maricle https://mindfulartstudio.com/creative-self-care-painting-through-grief-with-joy-simon/#comment-12215 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 13:32:06 +0000 http://mindfulartstudio.com/?p=6066#comment-12215 In reply to Sally Swain.

Sally,

You are so welcome. It’s such a pleasure to bring more about each of these artists to you all. Thank you so much for taking the time to take in their words and their work and for your lovely comment.

Cheers,

Amy

]]> By: Sally Swain https://mindfulartstudio.com/creative-self-care-painting-through-grief-with-joy-simon/#comment-12211 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 07:51:19 +0000 http://mindfulartstudio.com/?p=6066#comment-12211 Ohh
How beautiful, Amy and Joy!
I’ve had the privilege of connecting with each of you via the Creative Self-Care group.
It’s a treat to hear more about your sources of inspiration, Joy.
And thank you, Amy, for this inspiring, authentic series.
warm wishes
Sally

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