Healing Lines Art Workshop @ Brackenfell Library

Join us for a Therapeutic Art experience where you'll explore the power of Neurographic Art to express emotions and relieve stress. Unleash your creativity and soothe your soul!

• Date: Tuesday, 28 May 2024 at 9:20 - 11:20
• Cost: R260 (pensioners R220)
• Limited spots available—Book now to secure your spot!
• All art supplies and refreshments included.

No art experience needed—just bring an open heart and mind!

Support senior citizens in our community: 10% of your ticket goes towards providing these workshops at retirement villages and old age homes.

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What is Neurographic art?

Neurographic art is a therapeutic technique that combines art and psychology. Using simple lines and shapes, you'll create designs that help express your inner thoughts and emotions. It is based on the idea that the act of creating art can stimulate neural connections in the brain, leading to a deeper understanding of one's inner world and promoting relaxation and stress relief.

Art as therapy?

Scientific evidence suggests that engaging in art-making can have a positive impact on health and well-being. Two studies show art's benefits:

• one, in the Journal of Psychosomatic Medicine, links artistic activities to lower risk of age-related cognitive decline;
• another, in the American Journal of Public Health, links arts and cultural activities to lower depression risk later in life.

Additionally, an American Journal of Public Health review highlights art's wide-ranging health benefits, including stress reduction, improved mood, increased positive emotions, and enhanced social connections.

What are the benefits?

Enhance your wellness by exploring the benefits of stress reduction, improved mental health, and enhanced cognitive function. Find a creative outlet for self-expression and connect with others in a supportive environment, fostering a sense of community and well-being.

Do I need artistic ability?

No previous art experience is required. The main focus is on self-expression: the process of creating art rather than on the final product.