How it Works
ArtVan staff load a variety of art materials into their colorfully painted van and bring the art experience directly to a community.
Projects are designed to address the many unique needs and specific situations that occur in each population. The art making process provides a tangible means to transform ideas, feelings, and stories. Our work is integral in enabling individuals to make sense of the world around them.
The art making process is a direct way to:
- channel feelings
- adjust to new circumstances
- come up with creative solutions to problems
The ArtVan Program is not just about the art. We also:
- build trust
- create healthy relationships
- encourage healthy risk taking
As one young ArtVan participant stated, “I can draw and paint whatever I feel, because when I try to explain it, no one gets it.”