I was wondering if anyone feels they might benefit from being part of an art group specifically for those here. I'm an artist, though I have to admit to you that I've produced absolutely nothing for ages due to being ill and in hospital, not having anywhere to exhibit for aeons and generally being extremely knackered out most of the time. But then I started thinking maybe I could do something positive about it. I've worked within what's called the 'Arts in Health' sphere and done a lot with things like colour therapy. I'd also like to say that you don't have to be rich to make art. I've done a whole exhibition made from recycled materials. It's all about taking yourself to another place for a while and having a bit of messy fun. No judgemental rubbish or anything like that. And if you don't think you're able to draw anything that looks remotely like what it's supposed to look like, well, that doesn't matter either. I think that maybe for starters you might like to message me if you are interested and then I'll try and work out a little programme. Just for us. Let me know what you think. Rainy X
Still on the theme of sea and sky..I found this beautiful shell on the essex coast where I go a lot for windswept peace and owl spotting!
I’ve had such a lovely afternoon, so much to learn but I’m pleased with my efforts today! Had a go at the salt technique Raineday which was a lot of fun. 
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as fun, remind me of hazy summer days in my school garden. We’d cover the shed in paper, let the children paint all over it, then in the afternoon or next day give them spray bottles. They played like this for hours! Totally absorbed and learning so much. We also used to put lots of big blocks of ice in a builders tray, give the children little pots of salt and spoons and pipettes with food dye in little bottles. Again hours and hours of investigation. Those were the days! Now they’re not allowed salt where I used to work!
'Life of the World'
Regarding a previous reference to the style of aboriginal painting, these are two more from the same series.
Dot painting, as a technique, is really restful once you get into it and you might find it a worthwhile thing to try. Dot-doodling is also a good way to start, using patterns and random shapes. Try it with the Sea & Sky theme using different sized dots to create movement and distance.
'In Plain Sight'
