Contemplation + Creativity

MONTHLY CLASS

Contemplation + Creativity

First wednesday of every month (7-8:30pm GMT)

Reconnect. Create. Transform.

Join me online each month for a two-hour gathering designed to help you slow down, tune in, and rediscover your creative spark. These sessions weave together guided meditation, gentle mindfulness tools, and expressive art exercises—no experience needed, just curiosity and an open mind.

  • What to Expect
    We’ll begin with simple meditation practices to help you become more present and resilient in daily life. From there, you’ll be invited to explore your inner world through creative exercises—using art as a way to express feelings, insights, and new perspectives.
    Along the way, I’ll share the latest neuroscience on why creativity and mindfulness are so vital for our well-being, helping you understand the “why” behind the practices.

  • Why Join?

    • Experience the benefits of meditation in a supportive group

    • Unlock new pathways for self-expression and insight

    • Learn how creativity can improve your mental and emotional health

    • See your life as a work of art—unique, evolving, and full of possibility

  • Details:

    • When: First Wednesday of every month

    • Time: 2 hours 7 - 9pm GMT (please check your time zone)

    • Where: Online via Zoom

    • Contribution: £20 Standard, £30 Supporter, £10 Concession

  • How to Prepare:

    • Sessions are held online via Zoom

    • Please bring your own art materials—anything you feel drawn to use

    • Create your own sacred space at home: light a candle, set an intention, or simply find a quiet spot where you can be present and undisturbed

Ready to step into a more creative, mindful life?
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WHY ART HEALS

The Science of Beauty and the Brain

Surrounding yourself with art you feel, especially nature-based or dream-like abstract works, does more than beautify a room.

Science shows that living with art can literally change how your brain and body feel.

For abstract and meditative art, neuroscience suggests something remarkable. When we view non-representational, dream-like works, the parts of the brain linked to imagination, memory, and self-reflection light up.

Abstract art “frees the brain from the dominance of reality, allowing new emotional and cognitive associations to form, and activate brain-states that are otherwise harder to access. This process is apparently rewarding as it enables the exploration of yet undiscovered inner territories of the viewer’s brain.” (Frontiers in Human Neuroscience). Another 2024 study found that abstract pieces create more varied, open-ended brain responses than realistic scenes.

Recent research from King’s College London found that viewing original artworks lowered cortisol (the stress hormone) by around 22%, reduced inflammation markers, and improved heart-rate patterns linked to emotional balance.

Studies in biophilic design, bringing nature’s forms, colours, and patterns indoors, consistently show that nature imagery reduces stress, lifts mood, and restores mental energy. Even if you can’t be outdoors, surrounding yourself with nature-inspired art gives your nervous system similar benefits (Frontiers in Psychology, 2023).

Together, this research points to a simple truth:
Art you connect with (especially nature-infused, spiritual, or abstract pieces) helps regulate your nervous system, spark reflection, and create a sense of calm meaning in your home

So when you choose a painting or print that resonates with your inner landscape, you’re not just decorating, you’re cultivating a more peaceful, inspired, and balanced state of mind.

Sources & Further Reading

A minimalist altar table with two potted green plants on either side, a small white Buddha statue, a lit candle on a wooden dish, and a wooden bead necklace. There is a framed abstract artwork on the wall above the table, and a round cushioned seating area with a matching rug in front.