Reading Time: 6 minutesIn this open toolkit, we will learn three principles from André Breton’s Manifesto of Surrealism as a foundation for our creative expression:The open toolkit is inspired by surrealism, particularly the works of Salvador Dalí and Joan Miró. This is why I chose Joan Miró’s Ciphers and Constellations, in Love with a Woman (1941) as the featured […]
Reading Time: 4 minutesEmotional collage is a simple and creative exercise that uses the form of collage art to express your inner world by combining different materials and elements. As a means of contemporary art, collage not only breaks through the traditional painting and sculpture, but also provides a very intuitive artistic expression, which is very suitable for emotional healing. […]
Reading Time: 9 minutesThis is an accessible, modular toolkit for individuals or pairs to engage in the creation of mandala paintings, integrating elements of art therapy and psychotherapy. The core of this course is to promote emotional connection, self-expression, and stress relief through collaborative or individual creation. Simultaneously, it provides multimedia support, such as texts, images, video examples, and audio files to ensure that learners of different backgrounds and ability levels can easily understand the test. After completing the course, there are self-assessment questions and a sharing platform provided.
Reading Time: 4 minutes Please take a close look at these two images What details or features do you observe? Have any additional elements been incorporated into them? Let’s continue exploring further! Part I: What is synthetic Cubism? （1 minute) In the artistic revolution of the 20th century, synthetic cubism became an important turning […]
Reading Time: 4 minutes“Be Your Own Light” This toolkit will guide you in visually exploring and healing your inner emotional world through open-ended creation. Art-based healing through painting is a significant form of art therapy, offering the inner child a free and non-verbal means of expression, fostering profound self-integration and personal growth. Step 1: Thematic Reflection Guidance […]
Reading Time: 4 minutes Creativity is the heart of art, but its value lies in how you connect it with the world. —Andy Warhol 📖 Introduction Have you ever wondered how to turn an artwork into a dazzling star in the market? This isn’t just a game of creation—it’s an adventurous journey into market strategies and role-playing! […]
Reading Time: 4 minutesIntroduction: Welcome to the Unlock Your Emotional Potential toolkit! This toolkit is designed to help you build emotional resilience by increasing your emotional awareness and learning emotion regulation techniques. No matter your current emotional state or if you are experiencing stress and anxiety, this toolkit will help you better understand and manage your emotions. (Reading […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesSynopsis: Everyone’s life experiences are different, and the perceived meaning of the word darkness is also different. Here, darkness can have many different meanings. Not only is there visual darkness, but it can carry over to multiple levels of expression such as emotions, the unknown, the subconscious, loneliness, and more. So, what do you consider […]
Reading Time: 5 minutesIntroduce： Art should assume the responsibility of nurturing ideas, and vice versa. Man has two peaks, one is art, the other is philosophy. The toolkit focuses on providing a path for art creators to reflect on their own works, it is prepared for those who struggle with how to modify their own art works, and […]
Reading Time: 6 minutesIntroduction For a long time, our understanding of sound has been “listening” because sound is abstract. Can we hear and see sound at the same time? Interestingly, the answer is yes. In fact, many artists have made related attempts to combine sound with art, allowing the audience to see the shape and color of […]
Reading Time: 4 minutes“Become aware of your own thought patterns and have the courage to challenge and change them” Introduction Anxiety, inner conflict, and procrastination often become obstacles on our way forward. These problems not only reduce our efficiency, but may also prevent us from achieving our desired goals and lead to self-doubt. However, the key to getting […]
Reading Time: 5 minutesIn the digital age, we are surrounded by screens and have lost the sense of touch to connect directly with life. Non-digital recording is not just nostalgia, it’s a way to reconnect with life. “Life is about feeling, not recording.“ By mapping body emotions, we can explore the relationship between emotions and body perception and […]
Reading Time: 4 minutesIntroduction Calligraphy is an art that embodies cultural heritage, aesthetic principles, and the discipline of precise technique. We will embark on a journey to master the foundational strokes and principles of Chinese calligraphy, focusing on the character ‘永’ (yǒng). This character is ideal for beginners because it contains the eight essential strokes that form the foundation […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesAI is revolutionizing digital creativity, allowing artists to blend video elements, transform photos into animations, and create stunning compositions with ease. Whether you’re an experienced filmmaker or a curious beginner, AI tools offer endless possibilities for crafting unique, artistic videos. In this guide, we’ll show you how to harness AI’s power to turn your creative […]
Reading Time: 5 minutesIntroduction overview: This open toolkit guides learners in using photo-editing digital tools (Xingtu) to create a pop art-style movie poster featuring their favorite film character. Through this process, learners can deepen their understanding of the characteristics of pop art and movie posters while enhancing their proficiency with photo-editing digital tools. objectives: This open toolkit will […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesAn exploration of the ways in which humans perceive, empathize and communicate in this 20-minute learning process. Core Idea: To explore how contemporary art can redefine the expression and understanding of human emotions through interactive and multi-sensory experiences that connect sound and image to human emotions. Total Time: 20 minutes Required Materials: […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesThis toolkit uses iterative drawing as a way to explore what it means to visualise one’s self and document your experience on the page. Materials Required (per person): x4 Large Sheets of Paper Broad Tip Pen The premise of this task is to focus on the self, not the quality of drawing. Drawing is a […]
Reading Time: 6 minutes Aim Master the basic collage art techniques, achieve self-reflection and emotional release, create your own visual expression, promote communication between cultures of different backgrounds and discussions on social issues through visual expression, and provide a platform and opportunity for sharing and communication. Introduction “Art and creativity are seen as a way not only to […]
Reading Time: 4 minutes“A glass of water, a few drops of paint, pick up a brush and paint with your heart. No skill, no experience needed, just a heart to relax your emotions and learn about other cultures.” Introduction Every art has its own characteristics and style, and every culture has its own history and charm. Each art […]
