Resources Artie Challenges

Create peace of mind with our prompts for quick creative exercises.

Artie is our mascot, and a daily reminder to find peace of mind and make room for creativity. At PeaceLove, we use creativity to express our emotions and find peace of mind. Use the Artie Challenges as prompts to get your creative ideas flowing! We would love to see what you create; share an image and tag your social posts with #makeartie.

Shaving cream

Create something out of shaving cream! You can use the foam to form a picture, or use it like a canvas and etch the picture in. There is no right or wrong way to get creative.

Create outside

Create something outside! You can paint, draw, use your favorite material or try one you’ve never created with before. Making art outdoors can be a fun way to get inspired and see things from a new perspective.

Calm colors

Colors can mean different things to each of us, and they can also bring up different feelings. Create something using only colors that calm you. Think about why the colors you chose to create with calm you, and feel free to share that when you post your creation.

Something Beautiful

Share a photograph of something you think is beautiful. You could take a new photo, or dig up one of your old favorites. When you share your picture, feel free to share why it’s beautiful to you.

Repurposed Materials

Create something out of repurposed materials! This could mean decorating something you already own, or arranging objects in a new way.

Inspirational Quote

Make a piece of art related to a quote or phrase you like. This could be words that inspire you, or remind you of something you want to embrace more in your life.

Mixed Materials

This Artie Challenge is all about experimentation—create something using two (or more) materials you’ve never used together. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes, embrace the process of trying something new! You never know what creative opportunities you’ll find.

Scribble Drawing

Make a scribble drawing. You’ll draw a simple scribble and turn it into something meaningful to you—using line, shape, color and your creativity!

Someone Special

Make something for someone you love! Craft a card, bake a treat, find your own creative way to tell someone that you value and appreciate them.

Think Spring

Share a picture of your favorite thing about Spring! It could be a place or a color, a material or a feeling—anything about the season that lights you up.

Collage

Make a collage. Get creative with your materials—scraps of wrapping paper, magazine clippings, whatever you have around the home! See what creative materials you can find, and what creative journey they can take you on.

Write a Letter

Take time to let someone know you’re thinking of them by writing them a letter or sending them a card. By designing a card or filling the envelope with things they’d enjoy, you can brighten their day and remind them how valued they are. It’s also a fun chance to bring creativity into your day!

Workspace Refresh

Here are three simple ways to get creative with your workspace: 1. Add a splash of color with a paper flag banner. 2. Put up self-care reminders. 3. Add art that inspires you.

Abstract

Our art can represent literal things we see in the world, but it doesn’t have to! Draw or paint something abstract—try using just shapes colors and lines to create your artwork.

Gratitude List

Practicing gratitude is a great way to care for your mental health. One simple way to practice gratitude is by writing a list of the things you are thankful for. You could write a new list each day, or make a list to add to throughout the month. However you choose to write your gratitude list, you’ll be able to look back on it for inspiration whenever you need it.

Your Journey

Taking care of our mental health is something we all have to do, and some days require more care than others. This Artie Challenge is to make a piece of art for your past self, to celebrate how far you’ve come since the beginning of your mental health journey. Keep this piece handy for when you need a reminder that there are always better things ahead.

Sidewalk Chalk

Get creative outside with sidewalk chalk! You could make a giant game board, or write an inspiring message for your neighbors to see.

Journaling Prompt

Journaling is a great way to reflect and explore feelings. This Artie Challenge is a journaling prompt: What color do you feel like today? Use that color to express how you’re feeling on paper—you could draw, write or use a mix of both! Create however feels good to you.