Exploring Patterns in Your Creative Practice
I’ve noticed that my own art has a rhythm. Certain shapes, colors, or marks show up repeatedly, almost like a secret language my hand is speaking before my mind catches up. At first, I didn’t pay much attention, but over time I realized these patterns reveal more about what’s happening inside me than I could have guessed.
Why Patterns Matter
Repetition in your creative work isn’t just a stylistic choice—it’s a reflection of your inner world. Specific colors, certain scribbles, or blending techniques can all signal emotional states or recurring thoughts. Recognizing these patterns helps you identify what’s present in your mind and heart, even when life is moving fast and words feel insufficient.
Patterns as Insight
For example, I’ve noticed that when I’m stressed and stuck in old patterns or thoughts, my marks become tight, repeated circles. When I’m processing anxiety, they become tight, compressed and almost heartbeat like in shape. Observing these subtle shifts allows me to understand myself better and even anticipate what I need—more calm, more structure, or a chance to release tension.
Research supports the idea that paying attention to these creative cues can improve emotional awareness. Studies on expressive art-making indicate that reflection on your own work—without judgment or pressure—can help identify patterns in thoughts and feelings, supporting clarity and self-understanding.
Different patterns, colors and marks can indicate different thoughts and feelings.
How Internal Landscapes Helps
Internal Landscapes guides you in noticing your own patterns and interpreting what they might mean. The course provides exercises and prompts that help you see recurring themes, color choices, and mark-making habits. You don’t need to be an expert artist; the focus is on observation, reflection, and self-discovery. Over time, these patterns become tools for insight, emotional regulation, and personal growth.
By paying attention to the rhythms in your work, you can uncover subtle truths about your inner life, even on the busiest or most overwhelming days. Internal Landscapes gives you a safe, structured way to explore these patterns, helping you process, reflect, and gain clarity one mark at a time. Learn more here.
