Published May 7, 2020

Want To Get Creative? Easy Art Projects For Quarantine

Marielle Segarra and Sarah Urist Green explore inventive art projects like Shadow Portraits and Fake Flyers that inspire creative expression using everyday materials during quarantine, emphasizing playful creativity's role in personal growth and the benefits of integrating art into daily life for well-being.
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  • Daily Art Practice

    Incorporating art into daily life can be a transformative practice, as suggests. She emphasizes that art should not be separated from life, and even without feeling inspired, the act of creating can lead to motivation and joy. shares practical advice, such as setting aside time to create, even if it's just for 45 minutes while multitasking, to cultivate a regular creative habit 1.

    Almost all of the artists or makers I know do not wait for inspiration to strike to make work. I think that there's a reason why they call it a practice.

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    This approach allows individuals to explore creativity without the pressure of producing a masterpiece, making art accessible to everyone.

       

    Art's Benefits

    Regular engagement in art offers significant mental and emotional benefits, according to . She notes that the process of creating art can help individuals get out of their own heads and view the world differently, even if the initial output isn't perfect 1. This practice of art-making is about persistence and exploration, leading to unexpected rewards over time.

    Making art is a great way to get out of your own head and see the world in a new way. You don't have to make a masterpiece or be a quote unquote creative to enjoy art. You just have to start making it.

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    By integrating art into daily routines, people can experience a sense of accomplishment and personal growth.

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