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Mindful observation can be the key to creativity
Before diving into art lessons or creativity exercises, it can be helpful to remember you already have your very own artist’s toolkit - your mind and senses. Having a mind...
Mindful observation can be the key to creativity
Before diving into art lessons or creativity exercises, it can be helpful to remember you already have your very own artist’s toolkit - your mind and senses. Having a mind...

Creativity and wellbeing
If you have ever had the urge to engage in any artistic process, you’ll know there are a few things you can do. The first of these is to learn...
Creativity and wellbeing
If you have ever had the urge to engage in any artistic process, you’ll know there are a few things you can do. The first of these is to learn...

Art for happiness
In 2015, I published a book called "Art for Happiness: Finding Your Creative Process and Using It" Imagine my surprise to discover, in 2022, that #artforhappiness is a # on...
Art for happiness
In 2015, I published a book called "Art for Happiness: Finding Your Creative Process and Using It" Imagine my surprise to discover, in 2022, that #artforhappiness is a # on...

The Magic Volcano
Author V.K. May spent years incubating this book. Reflecting on her own childhood experiences in Papua New Guinea, and dreaming up the wildest and most magical things living in the jungle,...
The Magic Volcano
Author V.K. May spent years incubating this book. Reflecting on her own childhood experiences in Papua New Guinea, and dreaming up the wildest and most magical things living in the jungle,...

Introducing Opal Tree Press
For decades, we have been writing, editing, publishing and sharing our books with the world. Val also shares her artwork and Andy shares his music. We are independent creators living...
Introducing Opal Tree Press
For decades, we have been writing, editing, publishing and sharing our books with the world. Val also shares her artwork and Andy shares his music. We are independent creators living...

Creative Spirit
Following the success of the books in my Inspiration & Creativity series, I am developing an online course. Titled "Creative Spirit" the course will help students to find ways of...
Creative Spirit
Following the success of the books in my Inspiration & Creativity series, I am developing an online course. Titled "Creative Spirit" the course will help students to find ways of...