Julie Nichols Art Therapist

14/09/2022

"In the 27 years of my woodworking business, I have never thrown away a knot. Many people see knots as a defect, but to me knots are the visual representation of a trees struggle to thrive. Not all little limbs become big branches, but their combined efforts on behalf of the tree as a whole should be celebrated. Just like human scars they tell a story of sacrifice and healing. Each of these "scars" has a unique personality and deserve the chance to be appreciated as art."
~ Keith Williams from Oddball Gallery

12/09/2022

“The object of art is not to
reproduce reality, but to create
a reality of the same intensity.”

🎨 Alberto Giacometti

“Art is unquestionably one
of the purest and highest
elements in human happiness.

It trains the mind through
the eye and the eye through
the mind.

As the sun colors flowers,
so does art color life.”

🌼 John Lubbock

14/08/2022

14/08/2022

So true. B

22/07/2022

When faced with a decision that scares you.
Think of the women who came before.
Those who could only dream of the opportunities you have now.
Talk to your ancestors my friend.
Hear their primal roar.
They are beside you.
And you are never alone.
When faced with a risk in this life.
Just once or twice, jump bravely into the fire.
And know that they will be cheering you on.
And guiding you out.
They speak to you through your gut.
And they are wise.
Listen.
And jump.

Donna Ashworth

https://amzn.to/3JVMJlZ

Art by Kai Orton

31/03/2022

Nearly done. Thank you James Bennett for use of your photograph.

10/02/2022

Regeneration...

24/01/2022

30/12/2021

Love the Kimberley I'll be back as soon as I can.

27/11/2021

A good read for the arty types...