Dr Laura J Brown

With a background in mixed-methods interdisciplinary feminist global health research, and expertise in innovative creative and participatory research methods, I'm a passionate arts and crafts for health advocate, and I think that creativity and community are really important for health and wellbeing.

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My art practice is eclectic, and I don't limit myself to specific materials and methods. At the moment, I'm enjoying crocheting, painting with acrylic, and playing with air dry clay. I love cats and they feature heavily in my pieces! I post regular updates of my work on my Instagram page and you can commission a custom pet portrait or custom meowmeow pot via my online shop.

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I also work as a mental health mentor and study skills tutor for university students registered with student wellbeing and disability support services and I am training to become an Art Life Coach. I have experienced the therapeutic benefits of arts and crafts first-hand and my goal is to build my arts and crafts practice while leveraging my research background and expertise to contribute meaningfully to local community arts and crafts projects that promote health and wellbeing.

 

I currently co-facilitate a community life drawing circle, volunteer for the Folkestone Art Society, and run mindful arts and crafts sessions at schools and universities. I am also available for private arts and crafts workshops, please get in contact if you'd like to arrange something. I am DBS checked, and have public liability insurance.