Maybe I should start art again

[XanaDUer2]

There are affordable classes at a close museum. Maybe I can go back to creating art, like I used to do when there was some joy in my life. Maybe it will help me feel better.

I know there are talented artists here on DU. Maybe it will help my mental health. Trying to make things better, as much as I can.

[Ocelot II]

1. Absolutely! The great thing about doing art is that it forces you to concentrate

and think about making something beautiful, which takes your mind off your troubles. It's a great thing for your mental health and relaxation.

[Diamond_Dog]

2. Anything that you can lose yourself in for a couple hours or even a day

Helps a great deal. Go for it!

[Ziggysmom]

3. Absolutely! I'd go nuts without my beading and knitting. Creating a thing of beauty

takes my mind off my troubles for a while. I can feel my blood pressure and pulse decrease as I relax. Above all have fun doing it

[CrispyQ]

4. It would be fun, anyway!

Definitely look into it!! You could make holiday cards.

[bamagal62]

5. It helps me immensely

I paint or draw almost everyday.
Not sure what I do without it.

[electric_blue68]

6. Definitely go for it! I need to do more of it...

I went to Art HS, and Art College. Did some graphic design, and some illustration, along w a lot of paste ups & mechanicals pre-computers.

I've always drawn for myself, but for the past ?nearly 3 yrs have been using a wonderful digital art app instead on my phone. I'd be even better if I had a stylus, and not my finger. 😄

I need to get more fine line markers for the new drawing pad I did buy.

Also getting back to acrylic painting. I need a couple of more colors, though I can do certain things w what I have.

I also do easy knitting and crochetting, barely an intermediate, but I enjoy my finished pieces.

I definitely encourage you to return to it!
Even maybe try a new medium, after you've done something familiar.