Monet in a Township

My church Khanysia, decided to end there normal cell groups for the rest of the year and start focus cells to allow people to meet new church members doing various activities they enjoy. One could join cells ranging from cooking, drama, dance, music, drumming, learning Xhosa and art. Of course I joined the art cell and have loved attending every week. It is taught by a university student named Mel, who chooses a basic assignment and brings supplies each week. We have done drawing and painting the few weeks. Physically doing art and not just appreciating it is something I rarely take time to do…but it is one of the most relaxing activities…stimulating my mind while calming my spirit. I often laugh when I’m at the cell because no one is talking to each other as we are all engrossed in the paper and paints before us. The group is full of all ages. My pastor Nigel comes with his wife Lisa and their two children…I have really enjoyed getting to know them better. Creating art is not only therapeutic, but it draws in a wide variety of participants. Even though so-called ‘artistic talent’ is varied…everyone has the ability to apply paint to a canvas and create a personal expression. Each one of my weekly masterpieces has made its way home onto my bedroom wall, although I’m not proud of every creation, they symbolize to me a joy and a peace I find while creating something new!