And so the countdown begins! C’mon and peek behind each little door! Inside you’ll find bite-sized creative surprises – quirky YouTube shorts, mini mindful moments, and original artwork by Peggy and Emma. Think of it as your daily December excuse to pause, doodle, breathe, or just smile a little. No rules, no pressure, just a cheerful sprinkle of art and calm to brighten the festive countdown.
We recently had the pleasure of running a special Mindful Art Club session with Gifted Women, a charity that supports women with multiple disadvantage to access employment opportunities.
The wonderful afternoon was filled with creativity, community and calm using a Mindful Art Club favourite, neurographic art – a gentle drawing technique that encourages relaxation through the process rather than the focus of a final product.
What is neurographic art?
Neurographic art is a therapeutic practice developed by psychologist Pavel Piskarev, as a way to help people process emotions and reduce stress through creative expression!
The idea is simple, instead of trying to draw something ‘perfectly’ (whatever that means anyway!) you draw free-flowing lines, shapes, and patterns that represent your thoughts and feelings. As you add curves, colours, and connecting lines, the picture begins to evolve often in ways you didn’t expect!
Neurographic art is about letting your mind relax while your hand moves freely, simply enjoying the process of creating. The process is recognised for being calming and meditative, helping to quiet those busy thoughts and bring a sense of peace and focus. It’s clear to see why we love neurographic art so much at Mindful Art Club!
Mindfulness and empowerment
Collaborations like this with Gifted Women show how mindfulness and creativity can support mental health, confidence, and emotional wellbeing, especially for women rebuilding their lives and careers. Peggy and Emma were inspired by the openness and creativity in the room, as everyone approached the exercise differently. It was so wonderful to see how mindful art allows for both individuality and connection.
We’re so grateful to have shared this time together and we look forward to more creative partnerships that help people find calm, confidence, and connection through art. Click here to find out more about Gifted Women’s work.
Be sure to like and subscribe to our new YouTube channel and have a look at some of the wonderful art created in this session! Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and get ready to enjoy our fun tips and tools for managing anxiety with mindful art.
Are you ready to immerse yourself in a unique Halloween experience that promises not only fun but also relaxation and mindfulness? Introducing our seasonal digital download: a replay of a vintage, Halloween-themed mindful art session. This special session is designed to help you reduce stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms, all while enjoying some banter and creativity.
What’s Inside?
Mindful Art Session: Engage in a creative process that encourages mindfulness and serenity. Our session is crafted to provide a calming, grounding experience.
Printable Colouring Page: Dive into the theme “Things I Want to Manifest” with our exclusive colouring page, perfect for setting your intentions and manifesting your desires.
Five-Star Reviews: Don’t just take our word for it! Our session has received glowing reviews, with participants describing it as “an opportunity to experience peace, calm, and grounding,” “helpful, calming, welcoming, warm, and inviting,” and it’s “like a virtual group hug.”
Why You Should Get It
This isn’t just a video, it’s a complete experience designed to bring peace and creativity into your life. For only £5.00, you’ll receive a digital download that includes printable activity sheets, guided mindfulness, and a live session video replay. It’s the perfect way to treat yourself or a loved one this Halloween.
Don’t Miss Out!
The clock is ticking—literally! Our video-short (below) ends with a ticking clock, reminding you that “It’s time.” Time to invest in yourself, time to embrace creativity, and time to experience the magic of mindfulness.
Get Your Digital Download Today!
Head over to the Mindful Art Club shop, and secure your digital download before this Halloween. Transform the dark night of All Hallows Eve, into a celebration of creativity and calmness.
Spooky Music & Visuals: Get in the mood with our eerie yet enchanting video-short below, featuring the mysterious Emily the Zen Cat.
Watch now, and subscribe to our YouTube channel:
Make sure to grab this offer before it disappears like a ghost in the night!
We are pleased to share that as of Friday 17th October, our new Women’s Mindful Art Club has officially launched! Supported by the Livewell Foundation, in the colourful new venue of Greenspace on Mutley Plain, our new group offers women the chance to unwind, express themselves, and connect through mindful art.
Each session combines art, mindfulness, and gentle conversation, helping members to relax, reduce stress, and nurture their creativity in a safe, friendly environment. And of course, there’s always plenty of laughter too!
We’re happy to be hosting this new group upstairs at Greenspace, 30 Mutley Plain, a welcoming and inclusive community venue that perfectly fits our mindful, creative approach. You can find out more about Greenspace here!
If you’ve been thinking about joining one of our sessions but felt a bit nervous, we think this is the perfect time to give it a try. Because the group is brand new, everyone is finding their feet together which means you won’t be the only new face! It’s a lovely opportunity to connect with others, share a few laughs, and start something positive for your mental health and wellbeing in a supportive space.
Member inspiration!
The last session at the Unitarian Church hall was inspired by a suggestion from one of our members, leading to a really playful afternoon.
We think this video perfectly captures the light-hearted spirit of the women’s group. Instead of adding background music, group members decided to make their own soundtrack – yes, a spontaneous tune broke out in Mindful Art Club! We’re not expecting a chart-topping single anytime soon, but the joy was absolutely contagious and we think this provides a great insight into the warm and inviting nature of Mindful Art Club.
The goal of Mindful Art Club isn’t creating ‘perfect’ artwork, it’s about being present, having fun, and connecting with others. The group’s laughter and creativity in this video show just how art and mindfulness can support mental health while building community and confidence.
Be sure to like and subscribe to our new YouTube channel so you never miss an episode, and get ready to enjoy our fun tips and tools for managing anxiety with mindful art.
Feeling anxious or overwhelmed in the mornings? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to start your day that way.
But change doesn’t have to be dramatic.
Change begins by starting small, with one tiny, daily action that brings you back to yourself.
Peggy and Emma created The Mindful Morning Starter Kit to gently guide you back to calm, confidence, and connection.
Inside your free kit, you’ll find:
A mindful drawing video workshop
A mindful breathing video tutorial
An anxiety step-by-step worksheet
A printable morning routine guide
A self-care checklist
Four beautiful mindful colouring pages
These simple practices are designed to ease worry and help you begin each day feeling more grounded. You don’t need any art experience, just an open heart and a few quiet minutes.
Print your pages (or follow along with the video if you don’t have a printer) and let mindfulness become a part of your daily rhythm.
Then, share your creations and connect with others in our Mindful Art Club Facebook group or tag us on Instagram, because healing and creativity are better when shared.
Sign up now to receive your Mindful Morning Starter Kit and start each day with calm and creativity.
As the crisp air of autumn sets in and the leaves begin their colourful transformation, it’s the perfect time to immerse yourself in the calming practice of mindful art. Having a go at mindful art during this season offers a unique opportunity to enhance your mental wellbeing. The act of creating art mindfully allows you to focus on the present moment, reducing stress and anxiety while encouraging a deeper connection with yourself and the world around you.
Autumn, with its vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows, is an inspiring backdrop for creativity. As you create mindful art, you may experience a sense of calm, making it an ideal activity for nurturing mental health. The repetitive and rhythmic nature of colouring can be especially soothing, providing a meditative experience that quiets the mind and rejuvenates the spirit.
To help you begin this creative journey, we’re excited to offer a free autumn leaves colouring page. This downloadable resource invites you to explore the colours of the season while enjoying the therapeutic benefits of mindful art. Whether you’re an experienced artist or a beginner, this colouring page is a simple way to embrace the season’s serenity and enhance your mental wellness.
We’re excited to announce the launch of the Mindful Art Club YouTube channel—a new space where we’ll share inspiring stories, creative moments, and community highlights.
In our very first video short, co-founder Peggy Melmoth visits The Box Museum in Plymouth and catches up with TV producer and author Matthew Tiller, whose book tells the powerful story of Jack Leslie—a pioneering Black footballer whose legacy is finally being recognised.
Jack Leslie, once denied the chance to play for England because of the colour of his skin, is now being honoured through the amazing work of the Jack Leslie Campaign. Matt Tiller’s book is a heartfelt tribute to a true local legend and a vivid portrait of lower league football in the interwar years.
As a Plymouth-based organisation, this story resonates deeply with us. To help raise awareness in a creative and mindful way, we’ve created a free Jack Leslie colouring page—a relaxing activity for all ages that celebrates this inspirational story.
Messages of hope and acceptance, reminders to reach out and talk, and acts of kindness
After Holly took her own life in July 2018, her sister Anna wanted to do something to commemorate her birthday that felt joyful and fun. The sense of despair and sadness across Holly’s community was suffocating and we needed something positive to focus on and work towards. Holly was a very creative person, and often enjoyed crafting with her family, including making pompoms. So Anna came up with the idea of ‘pombombing’ public spaces in order to raise awareness of mental illness, and encouraged others to make pompoms and decorate somewhere for all to see. When it grew a little bigger than we thought it would, Holly’s friend Hettie got involved too, and now she can’t ever imagine not pombombing.
Friends, families and colleagues rallied together and rose to the occasion. By the end of Holly’s birthday month, hundreds of people all over the world had made pompoms, pombombed somewhere or shared a photo. The colourful balls of love were catching strangers attention, encouraging them to reach out to ask for or offer help, starting conversations, sharing messages of hope and acceptance and most importantly of all, talking about Holly.
Why are we pombombing?
We hope that the pompoms can bring an awareness of the fragility of life, be a conversation starter and a reminder that help can be sought and given. Prompting people to share their love, pain, grief and stories is a step towards breaking the stigma of mental illness, keeping memories alive and letting others know we care. Opening up to others can be an incredibly hard thing to do but there are always people who want to help and want to listen, whether it be a friend, family member or helpline.
Mindful Art Club are pombombing for Mental Health Awareness Week 2025
Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 will take place from May 12 to May 18, focusing on the theme of community and the importance of supportive connections for mental health. This week aims to highlight how being part of a positive community can enhance well-being and provide a sense of belonging.
Are you already in recovery but want to connect with others?
Recovery Art Clubis a free, weekly group at Moments Cafe in Plymouth city centre. The group is upstairs in the Arthur Read room and will be running for two months.
Starts: Wednesday 31st May 1.00pm – 2.30pm
Moments Café, 69a New George Street, Plymouth, PL1 1RJ
Even if you can’t decide whether you have a problem or not, you are welcome to come along. There is no art experience required! Friendly and informal. Just grab a coffee and join in.
Connect with others and discover new ways of practising self-care through easy art and mindfulness exercises. Practice being here in the present moment, and accept where you are right now, without self-judgement. We will also be inviting some inspiring guest speakers to these groups, to talk about addiction and recovery.
The group is hosted by Emma Sprawson and Peggy Melmoth. They are the founders of Mindful Art Club, and have a background of working for many years in addiction treatment centres in Plymouth.
Places are free thanks to a grant from Devon Community Foundation, but booking is essential as we expect this group to be popular.
Mindful Art Session
We start with a brief chat about how everyone is feeling, then a short guided mindfulness session, followed by a simple art activity that anyone can do. Our mission is to make mindfulness more fun! We’re not teaching art techniques, we’re just here to play.
Places are limited, so if you cannot attend please let us know and we can offer your place to someone else. Book now.
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