ache
art story
This was one of the potential exercises in A Deeper Quest course offered by Heather Plett (Centre for Holding Space). The description was to “Finger paint your ache. On a large piece of paper, drop blobs of colour that feel like the colours of ache, and then get messy and play with your hands in the colour. If you wish, add words or collage elements.”
There is something tangible about using our hands to connect to our emotions. The tactile nature of finger painting provides a way for feelings to emerge that might otherwise stay hidden and unvoiced.
Consider giving it a go. Cheap acrylics and canvas or paper can be found in the art and crafts and/or children’s section in various department stores. Pick a word or phrase, drop some blobs on the canvas or paper, and let your hands and heart play and explore.
[image: Ache. Acrylic on canvas. August 12, 2018]
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