Art Therapy For A Peaceful Mind: Maren Shallman Sophie Johnson Jourdann Utke
Art Therapy For A Peaceful Mind: Maren Shallman Sophie Johnson Jourdann Utke
Art Therapy For A Peaceful Mind: Maren Shallman Sophie Johnson Jourdann Utke
Therapy
for a
Peaceful
Mind
Maren Shallman
Sophie Johnson
Jourdann Utke
Stress
is constantly present.
When the stress of everyday life
becomes a burden, everyone has
a different method of coping. Some
exercise, some lose themselves in their
jobs, and others simply cry. There are
multiple ways to relieve stress, and they all
may not be effective or healthy.
Problem
Stress affects everyone. Stress does not begin as
stress. In the beginning, slight tension arises
from a more relaxed state. As the occurrences
and influences of everyday life start putting
on the pressure, the urgency builds. Anxiety
comes from a variety of sources, such as
jobs, school, relationships, etc. Whatever the
cause, we are all heavily burdened down by
everyday stressors and desperately seek
ways to relieve that tension. When these
underlying feelings get the better of you, it
is important to have some kind of emotional
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outlet, a
way release the
strain.
express
to themselves
through artistic means
and revitalize an anxious
disposition. This space is ideal
for expressing feelings through physical
creation opposed to verbal communication.
This space may not be ideal for everyone,
but it is available for those who want
to utilize the space. By the unspoken
exchanging of ideas, you, in turn will
possibly discover underlying feelings you
may have been previously unaware.
Solution
We, as a design team, strive to reconnect
individuals with the earth. People who visit
this space will be able to express opinions
and emotions in a safe, calming environment
where they will be free to stimulate their
senses and connect with the scenery that
encloses them. Nature surrounds on all
sides. This private living studio space
provides an inviting atmosphere where you
feel one with your surroundings.
Since this
create significant artwork.
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One does
not come to this
positive environment to offer
criticism or pass judgment on others
work, but to concentrate fully on the
advancement of their own emotional
release.
no self-consciousness,
is
no self-restraint, and
one is truly able to let
go and explore their
senses.
Qualifications
The United Design Operation consists of
three individuals. Together we posses both
artistic and architectural backgrounds.
Colaboration is a key component in our designing
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process.
We all work with
different mediums allowing for
variation in our design.
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Bibliography
Art therapy. Exploring the arts as a catalyst for healing
and therapy. Inspiring others to create.. (n.d.). Retrieved
from http://www.arttherapyblog.com