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Michelle Baker, MA

Abstract Art is Freedom!

Did you know most kids stop making art around the age of 11 or 12? At this point in cognitive development, kids begin to want their art...

Michelle Baker, MA

Haven for Introverts

I’m sitting in a roomful of people who are silent, totally absorbed in what they are doing, soft music playing in the background and a...

Michelle Baker, MA

3 Myths about painting that keep you from your creativity.

#1 It’s easy for them (and hard for me) The assumption that painting is easy for some and hard for others can keep you from pursuing an...

Michelle Baker, MA

How is painting therapeutic?

Many people who take my acrylic painting class say “it is very therapeutic.” What can be therapeutic about a painting class? First: ...

Michelle Baker, MA

Choosing Art for Your Home

Photographs, drawings, paintings, any of these can instantly warm up a space and transform it into a home. It’s time to liven up those...

Michelle Baker, MA

4 Ways to Preserve and Sort Your Child’s Masterpieces

Every child is a prodigious Picasso. As a parent, you are likely to feel that every drawing, painting and macaroni collage is a...

Michelle Baker, MA

Ways to Foster Your Child’s Creativity

A lot of people believe that creativity is an inborn talent. But the truth is, creativity is more of a skill that can be harnessed. And...

Michelle Baker, MA

Using Art to Relieve Stress

“I am so stressed out!” Most of you have probably uttered this phrase a number of times. While exercising, trying to focus on the...

Michelle Baker, MA

The Origin of Tiger Woman

In the summer of 2012 I had just graduated with my Master’s in Art Therapy and could not find a job. 3 years of hard work, introspection...

Michelle Baker, MA

Talking to Kids About their Art

As parents, we are often curious and fascinated by our kids’ art. Art provides children an opportunity to tell a story, express internal...