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Inspired by fun art classes I have been running 
for family and friends 
FUN ART FOR ALL, the book, is here.





This book aims to encourage everyone to make art, whatever their age or background. It’s not about teaching art but rather encouraging the artist in us all. It shows the work of children and adults responding to a wide range of topics. Hopefully this book will inspire you to have fun drawing and painting.



The act of creating art can be very therapeutic. Art has been found to enhance cognitive function and memory and to help reduce stress and anxiety. Brain scans have revealed that even looking at art triggers surges of dopamine, the pleasure hormone. 


 It’s not about producing formal art pieces but about exploring the world around you (even if some of that is online due to Lockdown) through the act of making art.


Who is this book for? It’s for everyone - whether you already draw or paint a bit as a hobby, enjoy colouring in or just doodle on envelopes. It’s even for those who currently don’t do any of these things and don’t consider themselves artistic.


It features work by a range of people of different ages, backgrounds and experiences in making art. The works range in style and, while the pieces are unlikely to win prizes or feature in national exhibitions, I’m assured all the artists have had a lot of fun making their work.


“Can’t believe how far we’ve all come.”


“I could sit at my “art table” for hours. I’m just getting lost in it. I never thought that would happen.”


“Thanks for this evening. Really enjoyable as usual.”


“That time goes soooo quickly. We must be enjoying ourselves.”











 

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