Like life, this painting started as an unknown, a blank canvas full of promise. It went through its ugly and difficult stages, bloomed slowly and unexpectedly bit by bit, adapting and changing to the odd challenge thrown its way. It dug in its roots, clung firmly to...
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Why, what, who? Courage & colour pencils
Why did I start this blog in the first place? It’s about my own search for courage, exploring wellbeing and sharing hope through art.
Welcome, we care – a free poster
Free poster for non profit use welcoming those reaching out and asking for help. “Welcome – you have our respect and support. We care.” Mixed media painting
It takes courage to ask for help – free poster
Free poster for non profit use acknowledging the strength and courage involved in reaching out and asking for help. Mixed media painting by Helen Wilding.
It’s okay to be different – mixed media from bird to chameleon
I didn’t plan this twirly headed chameleon like guy, but he obviously wanted to be noticed and popped up out of the blue in my mixed media painting.
Pay it Forward – free poster from Helen Wilding Art
Free poster to download with the aim of sharing goodwill and kindness. Non profit use only. Conditions apply. Otherwise please enjoy & pay it forward!
Painting red tulips inspired by artist Helen Cooper
Getting stuck into a tiny painting of red tulips after watching a video of Helen Cooper demonstrating her light filled style of painting flowers.
Recovery Road and kombi vans – mixed media adding colour to our lives.
Video of the creation of a mixed media painting to show the difference between clinical recovery and personal recovery. Colour, inks, collage, inspiration.
Let sleeping dogs lie … sketching Sully the Australian Terrier
Celebrating our loyal Australian Terrier, Sully. Protector, guard, snuggler, companion. I sketched him as he slept – his usual occupation in his old age.
Painting still life – daisies and lilies
I came home to find these gorgeous flowers from my long suffering husband. I knew I wouldn’t keep them alive, so out came the paints to keep them forever.