Jane Holden – Art exploring the quintessence of moments.
An enigmatic experience through paint depicting the essence of quiet moments with nature.
Integral to creativity is finding ones perfect source of inspiration. Gathering inspiration through mindful nature photography is an intriguing technique and an excellent tool for observation. A perfect way to connect with nature and still ones mind. When the sunlight is just right and there is a quiet atmosphere to the air, observing genuine beauty … Continue reading Gathering: The Perfect Inspiration Solution
After the completion of the final art exhibition this year, I began reflecting on my successes of the year. I decided to begin exploration and documentation of these successes in writing. Truthfully however where I should begin is with Jane’s Blog, as this is where the healing journey began what seems like decades ago now. … Continue reading Painting A Way Through
Natural light luminously dancing on leaves, the smooth vibrant coloured petals gently opening into a blossom and patterns of nature ever changing with new growth. One of my happy places the garden has played a profound role in my healing journey over these past few years. Enchanting moments in the garden have brought me peace, … Continue reading Healing with Enchanting Garden Moments & Art
Art draws me in, authentically encompassing my body giving me happiness like that found in a child drawing with a big box of colourful Crayola crayons. Within the practice of art there is much patience much like the garden gently ever changing from moment to moment. A place where times slows down and one can … Continue reading Happily Healing Through Art
An interesting topic I have been researching and exploring for over a decade, the human brain. Upon the early onset of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E.) the shockingly real symptoms of the brains cognitive dysfunction were very present indeed. Now, I had to take my book knowledge and put it into practice for my own life experience. … Continue reading My Brain on Art
The other day I was in quiet thought, a place where I often find myself peacefully drifting towards. A reflection came to me, related upon the act of painting. It was rather like a Winnie The Pooh moment in time deep within the quiet serene Hundred Acre Woods. I quietly enjoyed the moment as I … Continue reading I Paint Because …
I decided to do something this fall for myself, out of peace and love. The intent is to create a collection of small paintings on paper and panels, honestly a challenging task living with disability. A huge amount of time is dedicated to creating one small painting, working for only a few minutes a day … Continue reading Peace, Love & Me
My wee stories of candour paint a picture of real life living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and disability, using words and experiences in place of paint and panels. There was unbearable suffering and challenge in the months after I contracted the unhealed virus and was living with an undiagnosed disability and chronic illness. I didn’t … Continue reading How Pacing Lends To Painting
Jane Holden - Art exploring the quintessence of moments. 