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How Creativity Helps You: Creating Wellbeing Through Creativity

By Debbie Crouch / August 18, 2026 / Comments Off on How Creativity Helps You: Creating Wellbeing Through Creativity

“Have you ever wondered how creativity helps wellbeing?” Creativity isn’t just about making something beautiful. It’s about making space for yourself. At Art for Wellness, we believe creativity has the…

Does Art Really Support Greater Wellbeing? Here’s What the Research Says

By Debbie Crouch / August 11, 2026 / Comments Off on Does Art Really Support Greater Wellbeing? Here’s What the Research Says

What does the word “wellbeing” mean to you? It often brings to mind a spa day or some other treat, and other experiences that make us feel nice. But there…

Have You Heard of Glimmers? ✨

By Debbie Crouch / August 10, 2026 / Comments Off on Have You Heard of Glimmers? ✨

What if the little things could make a big difference? Join our 7 Days of Glimmers challenge and discover simple ways to notice joy, connection and calm through creativity and everyday moments.

The Lionsgate Portal: A Time to Pause, Reflect and Create

By Debbie Crouch / August 6, 2026 / Comments Off on The Lionsgate Portal: A Time to Pause, Reflect and Create

8th August (8/8) Each year around 8 August (8/8), many people talk about the Lionsgate Portal—a time believed to bring heightened energy, personal reflection and new possibilities. Whether you see…

Sunflowers – A Creative Journey of Hope, Healing & Wellbeing

By Debbie Crouch / August 4, 2026 / Comments Off on Sunflowers – A Creative Journey of Hope, Healing & Wellbeing

What started as a simple sunflower art theme in 2021 has grown into one of the defining stories of Art for Wellness CIC. Explore how creativity, nature and community come together to inspire hope, healing and wellbeing—and discover how you can become part of our sunflower journey. 🌻

International Friendship Day 2026: Celebrating the Healing Power of Friendship

By Debbie Crouch / July 30, 2026 / Comments Off on International Friendship Day 2026: Celebrating the Healing Power of Friendship

Thursday 30th July 2026 At Art for Wellness CIC, we believe that creativity brings people together, but friendship is what helps us flourish. International Friendship Day is a wonderful reminder…

Why Art is Essential for Your Healing Journey

By Debbie Crouch / July 28, 2026 / Comments Off on Why Art is Essential for Your Healing Journey

Healing doesn’t always begin with words. Sometimes it begins with a paintbrush, a handful of coloured pencils, a piece of clay, or simply the courage to create something without worrying…

The Blue Owl Found Me

By Debbie Crouch / July 25, 2026 / Comments Off on The Blue Owl Found Me

How One Little Drawing Became the Beginning of My Creative Journey “Sometimes, the smallest moments become the biggest turning points.” There are moments in life that quietly change everything. Not…

Wellness Wednesday Workshops at St John’s Community Centre

By Debbie Crouch / April 26, 2026 / Comments Off on Wellness Wednesday Workshops at St John’s Community Centre

We’re delighted to introduce Wellness Wednesday Workshops, a new series of free creative wellbeing sessions for adults in Penistone, supported by the Co-op Local Community Fund. Held at St John’s…

Spring into Art: A Celebration of Creativity and Renewal

By Debbie Crouch / March 21, 2026 / Comments Off on Spring into Art: A Celebration of Creativity and Renewal

Spring has always felt like a deep breath after a long winter. Buds unfurl. Birds return. Light lingers a little longer each evening. The earth stretches, warms, and begins again.…