Joy is present in every group I've led through a creative process. Even in stressful situations - like a shy child at a party who is afraid to paint - or a professional designer facing a short deadline, as soon as they immerse into the creative process, all feelings of fear and stress dissolve. The creative process always leads people to feel free and fulfilled. I believe this because when we make art we open our heart. Making art is an act of love, and fear is not able to exist in love. Even when the creative endeavor is an expression of sad, angry or fearful emotions, the process of creativity over rides and is cathartic. When we express ourselves with open hearts, negative emotions clear bringing about feelings of
Joy!
Joy!