Exploring an unfamiliar art media can allow for freedom and play. What arises can provide an outlet for emotions we are not aware of, and opportunities for growth.

Employing familiar art making techniques in a new way can free us to engage more fully in the creative process.

At time, it can be hard to verbalize or see hope. Through art materials, the possibilities expand. Thought and emotions that can’t be verbalized can be expressed through color, texture, size and shape.

The opportunity to design and create personalized bracelets allowed makers to celebrate strengths and accomplishments in a visible way.

Using found materials or object allows us to re-envision meaning in purpose in items that don’t appear to have value. In finding value and beauty in the object, the makes can reimagine the possibilities of their own, seemingly challenging situations.