Art Vlog On Making Big Changes and Nurturing Creativity

This video is about nurturing our creative selves and ways to think about change. As Summer unfurls I can feel my creative energy shifting and changing. For me it feels like a time of year when I need to nourish and refill. A time to retreat into creativity, a time to replenish, a time to be more introspective...
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[@sarahjaneoz8478]

Dear Helen, I am so thankful for this video and the message it carries. We are always led to believe Summer is a time of high energy (it is for some, for sure) but for those of us affected in this way, it can feel hard to keep up. I hope you relish those pockets of time - you deserve them. I have only recently discovered your channel in the last couple of weeks (I think I was sent here by Laura Horn), I had surgery for breast cancer last week and I have binge watched every video during my recovery. Your enthusiasm and knowledge, the fact that you are self taught and all of your wonderful tidbits of creative inspiration have all fed into my filling up and starting to feel well. My summer will be full of hospital appointments but after a little reflection on your change model, I have a list of little things I would like to do and things I should steer clear of. It’s wonderful what a little moment of thought and contemplation can bring. I will be buying your book in appreciation! Thank you. 💕

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Oh my goodness Sarah Jane, I’m so sorry to hear you are going through such a difficult chapter. Sending much love and hope you can carve out a little peace for yourself amongst everything that you are facing. Take care, love Helen xx

[@sarahjaneoz8478]

Thank you!! ❤️

[@JulieZinkgraf]

I'm viewing this at the end of the summer, and it SO resonates! Thank you for this message to tune into our energy flows. Every time I listen to anything you say, I light up. You are full of positive energy and such a lovely light. Thank you.

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Gosh that’s a super compliment, I’m touched. Thank you…x

[@vanessarobinson1080]

Hi Helen, In my younger years i used to feel guilty spending time being creative when i knew there was housework to be done. So i decided to sell my crafts in a small way and the guilt vanished! But now I'm in my 60's and no longer sell. I've chilled out somewhat and gave myself a good talking to that housework is relentless and i deserve a bit of time to enjoy crafting. I've also found a local painting group....so there's no chance of housework there lol!

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Great.. do less housework and make more art seems like sage life advice to me! Love Helen x

[@sandycafarelli2294]

Perfectly said! I’m going to try that list. Enjoy some time off! I love your videos and classes. Which reminds me I have a class still to watch. Perfect timing!

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Awesome! That's great. Thank you Sandy for your loveliness and enthusiasm. happy creating. Love Helen x

[@karendirmish2696]

I always learn so much listening to you! Your humor and knowledge is wonderful, so positive! Thanks for being my inspiration! Karen Dirmish, learner!

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Gosh Karen, that's just brilliant, I'm so glad you enjoy what I share, thank you so much x

[@msellenandrea]

This method could really be applied to anything, I love it! I may do it for life in general 🥰 Thank you Helen!

[@HelenWellsArtist]

You are so right it literally can be applied to anything..simple yet powerful I think. Thank you so much xx

[@mirandaody-beau9581]

I cannot tell you how timely this video is! It is just what I needed to hear following an 'enforced' rest. ❤️

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Glad it was helpful! And I’m sorry your rest had to be enforced…take care x

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

Thank you for sharing your ideas and process of re-energizing your creativity. I feel like I have hit a wall from time to time, rest and plenty of garden time helps, but I am going to give your lists a go. See you after your partial break!

[@HelenWellsArtist]

You are so welcome! Thank you so much Arlene hope you find it helpful and you are right rest and time in nature is a wonderful solution. Love Helen x

[@marlenepollock3790]

I was just laughing at the end of the video Helen when the picture fell off the wall. I know what you're saying about slowing down but I think you have so much energy and it must be hard! You just make me smile with your enthusiasm! I look forward to what comes next.❤

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Ah you are lovely Marlene! Thank you. I find slowing down hard but I’m learning! Thank you for all your wonderful positivity. Love Helen x

[@mandybridger4630]

That’s really useful, thank you Helen, I don’t know about you coming back more zesty, and energetic, is that possible? You always cheer me up, and brighten my day, enjoy your break, and thank you for sharing xx ❤

[@HelenWellsArtist]

That’s super sweet of you Mandy. Thank you so much xx

[@majonkie]

What a wonderful idea, thank you so much! I’m going to do a Start-Stop-More-Less-list right now 😋

[@HelenWellsArtist]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful. It’s such a simple thinking tool but I find it super helpful x

[@anitawaclawik4286]

I found this way of thinking about change useful. I am going to write it down in my journal & have a go at using it.

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Oh good stuff.. I find it a useful way to clarify my thoughts...

[@dianeloftus5476]

Sometimes I wonder why we have to give ourselves permission to REST and then explain and apologize when we do? As you said, to have more energy we need to rest, which essentially is doing less or stopping something. (I like the journaling suggestion) Very inspiration message! Thank you!! And please... take this time for yourself... and rest. Looking forward to see what changes you made after you have properly rested. Your energy is infectious and appreciated!

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Thank you so much for such we Thank you so much for your thoughtful and lovely note. I don’t think our culture is really set up to celebrate and promote rest is it? But I’m celebrating it! Take care Helen

[@lynnnilges6155]

Thank you! This hit the spot- so appreciate all you share!

[@HelenWellsArtist]

You are so welcome! Glad it resonated with you. Thank you so much for your enthusiasm. Love Helen x

[@debbiehenry6109]

Love this! This is just what I need right now. Thank you Helen and hope you enjoy a restful summer x

[@HelenWellsArtist]

How lovely of you. Thank you so much Debbie, I’m so glad it was helpful to hear. Love Helen xx

[@rowinggranny5216]

This is such a useful tool & uncomplicated. I am definitely going to try this, thanks for sharing with us Helen. Enjoy your summer & battery recharge time. Wishing you lots of sunshine from over here in very wet Norfolk xx

[@HelenWellsArtist]

How kind of you. Thank you so much…I really appreciate it. Snap.. the weather is fairly rotten around here too xx

[@mycreativeheart]

I will miss you popping into my life with your encouragement and look forward to renewed energy and inspiration from you soon! Enjoy your summer! Meanwhile I will be viewing older videos I missed. 🎨 Thank you for sharing with all of us!

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Awh that's super cute of you thank you so much.... and yes the back catalogue is there for you. Tee hee. Have fun and thank you

[@rhipsalislvr7141]

Helen, thank you for an inspiring video. Sounds simple: start, stop. Less, more . But it's doing something good for self, that we all need. Have a great summer.

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Often these things are simple but not easy... thank you so much, hope you have a great Summer too...

[@sandrafisherhayes3219]

Your face when your artwork slid down from the wall! It was a picture lol 😄🤭 could be a message from the Divine: work on me, experiment with me because I'm not finished...yet 😁 enjoy your break Helen, I will definitely be here when you post again in September for sure. I do understand what you mean though about 'endoftermitis'...I was exhausted after I graduated from Uni and basically slept for a week afterwards 🥱💤 little or no energy for anything else. We need to listen to our body for there is the deepest wisdom 💚

[@HelenWellsArtist]

My reaction to the painting falling was rather funny, I slowed that clip right down so the full ludicrousness of it could be witnessed! Thank you for your kindness and encouragement. Love Helen

[@francinetoni268]

Message received, Helen! Thank you so much for these suggestions. As a chronic “Do-er”, I appreciate these words- refresh, nurture, replenish. My small business is very physical (working with horses), yet I often allow myself to feel guilty for being tired in summer, a time when working outside is a necessity. But your vlog has prompted me to think about how I can reframe those feelings, perhaps increasing my strength and stamina by pruning the to do list. Brilliant! ❤

[@HelenWellsArtist]

So glad it was helpful! And pruning the to do list and perhaps having a to don't list... instead sounds good. Good luck... Love Helen x

[@tamzinphillips7892]

Really useful advice! Thank you. Art work falling off the walls is trying to tell you something... You're face! You've made me chuckle 🤣

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Oh thank you so much. My reaction was so funny and over the top! need to work on my serious artist persona...

[@nathaliecrestois9156]

have a good summer Helen !

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Yay thank you so much Nathalie, you too. Love Helen x

[@lynnimes5577]

Lovely to see you, Helen. I am on a bit of hiatus in my art making due to a health hiccup. I am embracing my "fertile void" right now. I hope you have an enjoyable summer and I look forward to seeing your vibrant self again soon. Take care

[@HelenWellsArtist]

So sorry to hear of your health hiccup, look after yourself and hopefully there will be more 'fertile' than 'void' soon...

[@louloufabrique]

Take care of yourself and come back full of energy and ideas. Merci 😊

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Thank you so much... I really appreciate your good wishes. Love Helen x

[@joycekliman5098]

Thank you for this timely video, it was just what I needed to see this morning. We are the creators and curators of our lives.

[@HelenWellsArtist]

You are so welcome! I'm glad it resonated with you. I love that sentence - we are indeed the creators and curators of our lives... thank you. Love Helen x

[@bonniemiller3587]

Enjoy your summer break with lots of walks, wine and whimsy xxx

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Yay thank you Bonnie I just love your iteration there…a woman after my own heart. Sending love Helen x

[@MicheleNishikatsu]

Beautiful share Helen! 🦄

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Oh what a fabulous response. Thank you so much Michele. x

[@MicheleNishikatsu]

@@HelenWellsArtist ..you are such a joyful dear!

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Oh you’re lovely x

[@willywonka1854]

I have less content creation on my list too. It is just making me tired...and I lost my flow by thinking about the next reel for instagram. I want to look at trees more, eat ice cream and be in the now. love your video, cheers from Berlin💜

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Hooray. I need more ice cream eating on my list! Love it x

[@willywonka1854]

@@HelenWellsArtist 💝you`re so kind, have fun this summer!

[@wildoceanappaloosawomangay2535]

Art is a meditation 💚

[@HelenWellsArtist]

How poetic and yes I think it is. Thank you x

[@SimoneWhippArtist]

I love the photos of little Helen! Start. Stop. Less. More. I am definitely going to try this. I've stated on my KZbin channel that I put out videos twice a week and update the community page every day so now I've given myself more work to do for the summer! 😂 Enjoy your time to 'just be' Helen and come back in September rested and rejuvenated! X

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Wowzer Simone twice a week and every day posting…impressive. My philosophy is that I’m consistent over the long term so I show up as much as I can, when I can…but not consistently every single week without fail. I’m always super impressed by folk who are able to do this though…xx

[@SimoneWhippArtist]

@@HelenWellsArtist ☺

[@creativecompanion]

Helen, we’d love to see some total right -brained videos of you making your art. Your page, your materials, your hands creating. To music? 🙏 Pretty please? 🤗

[@HelenWellsArtist]

I hear you! Thank you for this request xx

[@maggiefreeman6513]

Great video and good advice. Thanks.

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much Maggie x

[@nadiadragonfly11]

Another InSightful Share Helen🙏🏽🥰 Summer for Me is a Time of Play, Chilling, DayDreaming, luscious Naps & Restoration Allow YourSelf this, You Deserve it💙 May You have a Blessed, Restful, Gentle, Playful, Nurturing, Adventurous, Spontaneous, Laughter Filled time off🙌🏽💃🏽🌺🦄🦚🌈🌞🌊🎈💛

[@HelenWellsArtist]

That's brilliant, thank you so much for your loveliness! Hae a fabulous Summer it sounds like you will. Love Helen x

[@nadiadragonfly11]

@@HelenWellsArtist Thank You & definitely EnJoy Yours💛💚💛

[@Old-schoolBroad]

Hi Helen, have you written any newsletters for your website subscribers this month? Because I haven't received an email since Aug 2 and wondered if I'd been accidentally unsubscribed or something. But maybe you have just been busy with your art and business. 🌷🌸I hope that is the case. I love receiving your updates!

[@HelenWellsArtist]

How lovely of you. I always take a little break from my blogs and videos over Summer…so I’ll be back on my regular rhythm at some point in September…thank you x

[@DottyDelightful]

I love this Helen, I have felt the change lately, the pulling away from some things and rediscovering my love of fabric, I have a question for you and any other artists here, I really want to delve into the feminine and flow so much more, and to build up my patreon and KZbin, so that can be background income, what do you do when having a 'drought' type period in finances, how do you stay in that flow of creation?

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Oh thank you so much. It’s a good question when your livelihood and business depends on your art as mine does. My approach has been to 1.have multiple different streams of income ie I license my work and sell classes etc. 2.plan for fallow seasons and save as much as possible in the months when things are going well. 3. Keep expenses and overheads lean…but that’s just my way of running things…there is no one way, it can be a delicate balancing act as to how to best calibrate it to match your needs and lifestyle and creative flow

[@DottyDelightful]

@@HelenWellsArtist ohh great advice, thank you so much, I have not being doing the saving bit so that is going to be such a game changer.

[@llhkragh]

May you rest well, dearest, and recharge and not feel driven by delivering content constantly. A very sound and healthy message for all humans.

[@HelenWellsArtist]

Well that’s a super duper response! Thank you for that xxx

[@verity7467]

I would love to know what song was being played at the end of the video, if anyone knows! :)

[@HelenWellsArtist]

It is called Masterpiece of Mess by Ludlow via EpidemicSound. I've popped the music credit in the description now too... sorry I usually try and do this...x

[@verity7467]

@@HelenWellsArtist Thank you so much!