May Is ‘Mental Health Awareness Month’! Paint For A Happier Mind
Since 1949, Mental Health America and our affiliates across the country have observed May is Mental Health Month by reaching out to millions of people through the media, local events, and screenings. We invite other organizations to join us in spreading the word that mental health is something everyone should care about by using the May is Mental Health Month toolkit materials and conducting awareness activities.
*** Painting for mental health ***
Drawing and painting stimulated memories in people with dementia and enabled them to reconnect with the world. People with dementia aren't the only beneficiaries. Studies have shown that expressing themselves through art can help people with depression, anxiety, or cancer, too. And doing so has been linked to improved memory, reasoning, and resilience in healthy older people.
Art can be a different and fun way to express and talk about emotion. You can say so much with colors, shapes, and lines. Express yourself, even if you don't consider yourself much of an artist. There's no harm in keeping a sketchbook or even a journal that combines words and drawings, and having that as a great mental health outlet to use everyday!
you'll gain confidence, show what you're feeling, relax as you paint or draw, connect with others who have the same hobby, and so much more when you utilize the power of creating for your mental health benefits!
— Paint with us - WE LOVE This One!
Honestly, there isn't much of a more powerful painting to represent Mental Health Month and happiness than 'Be Happy', the painting you'll see above in the photo. From the happy flower to the calm and serene colors, and heck, even the words on the painting... This is a great one to start with!
*JOIN US: May 15th Be Happy
This fun and easy painting will surely make you happy and it's message is a reminder for us all to enjoy the little things in life!
https://www..../event/524745
(*Virtual): https://www..../event/532911
— Paint Some Colorful Flowers
Who doesn't love flowers?! From the bright colors to the sweet smell and how the light up any room, flowers are such a great relaxing subject to paint for happiness!
May 15th Sweet Pea
Add a vibrant splash of beauty to your home decor with this gorgeous vase of blooms!
https://www..../event/529881
(*Virtually): https://www..../event/532912
May 30th Vintage Roses
A charming floral painting in soft vintage colors.
https://www..../event/531611
(*Virtual): https://www..../event/532947
— A Relaxing Beach Scene
Unwind from the craziness of life and think forward to the sweet summer days that will be here soon!
May 16th Beach Signs At High Tide
Create this beautiful scene with us and never miss another perfect sunrise.
https://www..../event/529880
(*Virtual): https://www..../event/532918
May 28th Set Sail
Sail away into the beautiful colors of sunset with this peaceful painting of calm waters and smooth sailing.
https://www..../event/529871
(*Virtual): https://www..../event/532943
May 28th Galaxy Glam
The golden moon shines through the sea, this scene depicts the beauty of the galaxy glam.
https://www..../event/531662
(*Virtual): https://www..../event/532945
May 25th Summer’s Point
Take a walk on the beach and feel your soul awaken.
https://www..../event/531638
(*Virtual): https://www..../event/532939
— Join Us For A Date Night!
Grab your special someone and paint with them for a unique and fun date night (IN OR OUT of the studio)!
May 21st Paris Rendezvous
Enjoy a quiet and rainy stroll through the City of Love. Romance is in the air.
https://www..../event/531661
May 22nd Date Night Starry Night
Paint Van Gogh's Starry Starry Night in a Date Night style.
This painting can be painted across two paintings for a "Date Night" and it can also be painted on a single canvas.
https://www..../event/531605
(*Virtual): https://www..../event/532930
May 24th Midnight On The Beach
Cozy up to your date as you enjoy the full moon at midnight on the beach.
https://www..../event/531639
(*Virtual): https://www..../event/532933
— Colorful Artwork To Brighten Your Home!
A bold pop of color is always the right step in making your home (and mind) a happy place to be!
May 22nd Poppy Prism
Using all the colors in the spectrum will surely brighten the day!
https://www..../event/531610
(*Virtual): https://www..../event/532932
May 26th Apricot Roses
This long painting, made of pastel shades of all the colors will look amazing in any space!
https://www..../event/531636
(*Virtual): https://www..../event/532940
— Peaceful Mountains
Serene sights and lovely colors come together for these mountainscapes that your walls will thank you for!
May 17th Mt. Fuji Blossoms
Enjoy the season with this beautiful cherry blossom scene.
https://www..../event/531603
(*Virtual): https://www..../event/532915
May 23rd Japanese Rising Sun
Paint Mt. Fuji with the most stunnign shades of blue and orange.
https://www..../event/531613
(*Virtual): https://www..../event/532938
The ’National Alliance on Mental Illness'
"Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. During May, NAMI joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Each year we fight stigma, provide support, educate the public and advocate for policies that support people with mental illness and their families."
You can utilize their resuources ( or pass them along to others) here: https://www....areness-Month
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