Art - Therapeutic Art Making

Art - Therapeutic Art Making (Bath Mind)

Duration: 6 Sessions

Course Overview

This therapeutic art course offers a safe, supportive, and welcoming space for learners to explore creativity as a tool for wellbeing, self-reflection, and personal growth. Through a range of accessible art activities, participants will be encouraged to express thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a non-verbal and creative way, with no previous artistic experience required.

Using a variety of materials and techniques, learners will experiment with drawing, painting, collage, colour, texture, and mixed media approaches. The focus is on the process of making art rather than producing a perfect finished piece, allowing participants to work at their own pace and explore creativity in a way that feels meaningful and enjoyable.

The course aims to promote relaxation, mindfulness, confidence, and self-awareness while providing opportunities for connection and shared creative experiences within a supportive group environment.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Use a range of art materials and creative techniques with increased confidence.
• Explore creative expression as a tool for wellbeing and self-reflection.
• Develop greater awareness of colour, texture, shape, and visual communication.
• Engage in mindful art-making activities to support relaxation and focus.
• Create a collection of personal artwork that reflects individual experiences and interests.
• Reflect on the benefits of creative activity and identify ways to continue using art to support wellbeing.

This course is suitable for all abilities and offers a gentle introduction to therapeutic art-making, encouraging creativity, self-expression, and wellbeing in a supportive and non-judgemental environment.