Selecting up the paintbrush and heading in the direction of the canvas, or no matter type of enjoyable artwork initiatives you selected, is usually more than simply an exercise in aesthetics, but instead additionally imparts well being advantages for a rising number of individuals. We assessed how inventive expression as a therapeutic process has been utilized in each scientific and casual practice to promote wellness and therapeutic. The Arts Council helps apply where creative outcomes are prioritised as a way of enhancing health and wellbeing and does not support follow where therapy is the primary objective or final result.

As this work shimmered and danced for those fortunate enough to be in Islington Mill, I spent a little time with Darren Henley the CEO of Arts Council England, who n...