Children and artists have something in common - they understand the joy in creativity from the inside out. When artists and children create together, there is magic in the air. Here are two stories to warm your heart.

Artists Catherine Foster and Sheryl Allen believe in sharing their creative wealth often and with anyone who will play. To celebrate children, they created The Red Nose Society fun-draiser for the annual Scholastic Art Awards sponsored by the Arts Council of Snohomish County, Washington. The award recognizes outstanding creative teenagers. The funds go to scholarships for graduating seniors. See if you can find my picture if you decide to make a donation. 

Catherine and Sheryl created Art and Soul Radio to explore the creative process for hobbyists, professional artists and anyone ready to fully express their creative potential. Guests and topics include artists, authors, coaches, art materials,  techniques, and the business of art. To hear my interview (11/16/2009) and the first two months of archived shows, listen to current shows, download and subscribe please go to:  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/art-and-soul-radio. I was happy to donate an hour to help them help you. Please spread the word.



Since Kellyann Gilson-Lyman began producing art in 2000, she has worked with children every year.

"I enjoy conceptualizing collaborative projects, so the participants can experience the creative process. I believe experiencing the creative process fosters better problem solving. Art challenges one to work a piece to completion, which takes commitment. Most art practices require commitment to achieve refinement.

Either working from an artist's process, i.e. Van Gogh, Brice Marden, Line & Form or colorist theory, we create a piece together. I generally photograph the piece, so each artist receives a piece of the whole. Many of these pieces art auctioned each year.

I believe art is for all to enjoy. These projects are my way of sharing this process. Peace to all this Season, kellyannart.com"

How are you using your art for children? Please share your creative wealth and post your stories here.