KIDS ATELIER
The advantages of exposing kids to arts are numerous. It can boost their problem-solving skills, creativity, literacy, fine and gross motor skills, connection, and understanding. Creativity is the skill of thinking beyond the conventional and combining two unrelated ideas in a new and innovative way. Art is an activity that engages all the senses, including sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste, depending on the chosen activity. Children's brain synapses fire away as they experiment and create by squishing paint between their fingers, mixing colors and materials, or drawing from imagination or what they see in front of them.
ADULTS ATELIER
Creating art is an integral part of our human experience, and it can greatly benefit our mental and physical wellbeing in various ways. One does not need to be proficient at it to enjoy its rewards. Art can aid in our recovery when we are unwell and help us maintain a happier, healthier life. It contributes to a more expressive, fulfilling, and imaginative lifestyle.
Creativity stimulates our mind and keeps our brain active, leading to improved concentration, recollection of our past, and memory retention.
Art-making helps alleviate stress and anxiety as it provides new sensory experiences and diverts our attention from daily worries.
Creating art can boost our self-esteem, providing us with a sense of accomplishment. It offers a safe space to explore new things and teaches us that it is okay to make mistakes along the way.