Art therapy is an effective way to build emotional resilience and find harmony through creativity.

Art therapy, whether art, music, dance or writing, promotes self-expression and emotional regulation. Research shows that creative activities activate the brain centres responsible for psychological well-being. Drawing, music or ceramics help people express feelings that are difficult to put into words, build self-confidence and improve overall emotional well-being.

Creative activities such as ceramics classes improve emotional health and reduce stress. Clay moulding promotes relaxation, develops patience and strengthens inner peace. Handwork activates the senses and helps to achieve a meditative state. The ceramics classes at Karinacraft Studio not only allow you to learn new skills, but also to find emotional balance through the creative process.

The essence and main methods of art therapy

Art therapy is a method of creative expression that helps improve emotional and psychological health. It is used both individually and in groups to promote self-expression, emotional regulation and inner harmony.

Basic art therapy techniques

• Art therapy: drawing, painting, clay sculpting to relieve stress and visualise emotions.
• Music therapy: listening and creating music promotes emotional discharge and reduces anxiety.
• Drama therapy: role-playing and improvisation build confidence and help overcome fears.
• Dance therapy: movement helps to express emotions and reduce tension.
• Writing therapy: diaries, poetry and stories help you to structure your thoughts and understand your feelings.

Effects of art on emotional health

Art therapy has a positive impact on emotional health by promoting relaxation, reducing stress and anxiety and enhancing self-expression. Creative activities help you to better understand your emotions, focus on the creative process, distract you from everyday worries and balance your emotions. Molding clay creates a calming sensation and listening to or creating music harmonises the emotional state.

Creative expression can help alleviate symptoms of depression. Art therapy stimulates the production of dopamine, the hormone of happiness, provides an emotional outlet and allows inner conflicts to be transformed into a creative outcome. Art therapy allows visual expression of emotions, while spontaneous drawing or colouring helps to reveal subconscious feelings and relax the mind.

Writing therapy provides space for self-reflection. Drama therapy allows you to safely experience a range of emotions through role-play. Movement and dance therapy allows you to release tension through body expression.

Self-knowledge and self-esteem are strengthened through the creative process. Ceramics classes, especially those such as those at Karinacraft Studio, help to experience a sense of fulfilment and increase confidence in one’s creative abilities. Music and writing therapy allow people to reflect on their experiences, express unspoken feelings and develop emotional resilience.

Scientifically proven effectiveness of art therapy

The effects of art therapy have been confirmed by psychological and neurological studies.

• Psychological research: creative activities reduce stress, improve mood and activate the emotion-regulating areas of the brain.
• Therapeutic applications for mental disorders: art therapy is effective in treating PTSD, depression, autism.
• Changes in brain function: neuroimaging studies show that artistic activities enhance emotional control, reduce stress and improve motor skills.

Practical applications of art therapy

How to incorporate art therapy into everyday life?

Incorporating art therapy into your daily routine can be as simple as spending a few minutes drawing, colouring or writing. Choose activities that bring you joy, such as painting in the morning or sketching during breaks. Even short creative moments help you to relax, express your emotions and improve your well-being.

Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to show your loved one some attention and create special memories. When you want to make this day not only beautiful but also meaningful, it is important to choose activities that will strengthen your bond and bring you joy together. One original idea is to sign up for a pottery class for couples.

How do I register for the Valentine’s Day Ceramics?

Registration is very simple. Contact +37065174293 or send a message via Facebook. You can choose the time and offer that best suits your needs.

Plan your Valentine’s Day in advance and surprise your loved one with this unique experience! Ceramics classes will not only give you pleasant moments, but also meaningful memories that will stay with you for a long time.

Why choose ceramics for Valentine’s Day?

Ceramics classes are not only fun, but also an opportunity to immerse yourself in creativity and try something new. It’s an experience worth choosing because:

• Creativity fosters interconnectedness. Creative activities allow you to relax, laugh and socialise together. It builds emotional closeness.
• A unique gift. Handmade ceramics become not only a memory but also a symbolic gift. It is an object that holds the warmth and creativity of both of you.
• An experience that lasts a long time. Unlike traditional gifts, ceramics lessons provide an emotional memory that you will keep for a lifetime.

How are the lessons for couples?

During the ceramics classes, participants are introduced to clay moulding techniques and create individual or collaborative pieces to keep as a souvenir after the class.

The classes are suitable for beginners as well as for those who have already tried moulding. No special skills are required – just a willingness and a good mood!

Pottery offers for Valentine’s Day

Ceramics classes are flexible and adaptable to your needs:

• One-off lesson: The perfect choice if you want to spend one cosy creative afternoon together. This option allows you to stick and stamp your products in 90 minutes. A week later, when the pieces are fully dry, I will bake them in the kiln, glaze them with a clear glaze and put them back in the kiln. I will deliver the products to a place of your choice in Vilnius or you can pick them up at the studio during working hours. The price is €65 per couple.
• A series of two classes: ideal for those who want to go deeper into the art of ceramics and try out sculpting, glazing and printing. During the first class you will sculpt your own invented pieces and during the second class you will glaze them. The duration of each class is up to 90 minutes. It is recommended to have a week’s break between classes to allow time for the products to dry and bake properly (drying time depends on the size and thickness of the product). The price per couple is €55 per class.

In addition to having fun, you’ll learn how to shape, mould and decorate your own products.

Ideas for what you can create during the activity

Ceramics classes allow you to create a variety of products:

• Romantic crockery. Cups, plates, bowls with hearts or initials.
• Home decorations. Wall plaques, candlesticks or vases.
• Common symbols. For example, two complementary products.

Your creation will not only be a useful item, but also a meaningful memory of Valentine’s Day.

How to prepare for a Valentine’s Day lesson?

It’s easy to prepare for this activity. All you need is comfortable clothes, a good mood and a willingness to try something new. I’ll take care of everything else. The classes take place in a friendly atmosphere where you will feel free and relaxed.

Benefits of taking a pottery class on Valentine’s Day

• Your time will be spent not only having fun, but also making sense.
• The new emotions you experience together will strengthen your bond.
• The creative process will allow you to escape the daily routine and inspire you to new discoveries.

In November, a special event took place in Kaišiadorys – the presentation of my exhibition and graphic arts education. This event was not only an opportunity to show my work, but also to share printmaking techniques with young people. The education was attended by 10th graders who actively engaged in the creative process and embarked on a journey of artistic discovery. The event was a great opportunity to get to know the world of printmaking and discover its possibilities.

Graphic arts education for students

During the education, the students learned various graphic techniques through which they could express their creative ideas. Each participant had the opportunity to create unique graphic works on their own. The young artists experimented with lines and shapes and discovered how much can be said through a simple line. Graphic art opened the door to new spaces of creative thinking, giving students the opportunity to try themselves in a different form of artistic expression.

Creative inspiration for the younger generation

The event was a reminder of the importance of the arts in the lives of the younger generation. Graphic arts education not only provided students with technical skills, but also inspired them to further creative activities. The children were enthusiastically engaged in the process, and their energy, questions and unique creations were a delight to all present. This kind of communication through art not only helps to unlock the potential of young talents, but also to develop their critical thinking and creative self-expression.

Find out more

If you are interested in my work or would like to know more about printmaking education, please send me a message. Together we can discover new ways of creating and experience the joys of art.