Why Creativity has Mental Health Benefits the Das Clay Owl Sculpture

Being creative whether it's painting sewing, story writing, modeling, or furniture art. All can contribute to having better or improved mental health. This video does not claim to have all or any of the answers however it does encourage you to be creative and talks through all the reasons why creativity is so important for everyone's mental health. I hope this video inspires you to do a small project if for no other reason than for some of the benefits discussed. I make a simple Das Clay owl from every day easily found items in this video I hope you enjoy

[bonnysmith]

I repainted a peddle car. When I finished it I stepped back from it..and I cried with happiness. I was so pleased and proud of it. And still am. I see it every day it's in the corner of mt living room.

[diysbydar]

Cutest darn owl ever. So much like a folk art piece. Instruction was broken down so well anybody can tackle this project. Honored for the shout out! I see 3 owls on a log in my future. Enjoy the holidays. XXoo, dar

[donnaheard]

Lel and Martin... it is not a coincidence that I received the notification for this video today. It is devine intervention at its finest and I will explain why.... this holiday season will be the first since I lost my oldest son to his 2nd battle with cancer. He was first diagnosed at 16 and not expected to live to see his 17th birthday. He beat the odds for 21 years when the cancer returned and took him from me shortly after his 37th birthday. I have been severaly depressed and crying for weeks now. I have felt paralyzed in grief unable to do anything but cry. I started binge watching your videos and TODAY I forced myself to start a furniture project inspired by your wall flower projects. I started feeling better... better able to cope with my grief since my brain and thoughts were occupied with the creative process. Again, not a coincidence. Thank you both for all you do while sharing your creative process, insight, and inspiration to us! It truly does make a difference. Martin, I just watched your video and I loved it! Loved your term "under carriage" too! You did a great job! Thank you both and Happy Holidays!

[ElanaCentor]

I am never bored watching you. For your students it's absolutely so beneficial to watch you do your thing! The entire creative process was crazy fun

[ElizabethClark-ri]

Thank you for addressing mental health...I'm going through a divorce and just had the absolute worst week of my life, no happy holidays for me this year. I try to keep the future in mind but not feeling well enough to see a happy future.
When you create you inspire us Lel and Martyn, can't tell you how much your encouragement means to so many of us. So thank you again for you both being inspirational and supportive of our mental health and how to work through them through crafting and LETTING GO...maybe just for a short time, but a healthy mental break. Merry Christmas to you and yours!!

[susanolds]

I went from being a very fit equestrian loved my horses, to having severe copd, i agree immersing yourself doing craftwork takes your mind off things for awhile, love the little owl ❤❤ merry Christmas lel and martin xx

[lynnduke]

I love the owl! Very very good for mental health and it increases self confidence and

[Grambo]

I agree Martin, I can remember working in a pottery class for weeks and then the teacher put your project in the kilm with a dozen other peoples projects and one would always explode, and you never knew exactly what color the glaze would be. After watching this Lel, I remember how satisfying sculpting is. I just found out that I got an apartment, so I'll have my own space again in January. Thank you for sharing this with us. BTW, I did face painting for my great grandgirls 8th birthday party on Thursday, will I woke up with a cold last night, those buggers got me again, aw but it was fun. Christmas Blessings to all. XXxX Grambo

[cassandrasmith]

The owl is so adorable!❤❤❤ I love owls because they are so mysterious! And it’s amazing what you can do with clay outside of how we furniture folks typically use it. So many options! And you are so right about creative projects and your mental health. I think I am blessed to have something I enjoy doing because it definitely helps me make it through the days. Especially because I still work and just to push life down for a while🥰

[tada]

Sculpting onto furniture is fun, but I started using Apoxy Sculpt because it's really durable. Koi fish legs to start. Yes, reaching creative flow is amazing. 😊

[jkom]

So sorry for the loss of your dear son. I pray for peace and hope for the Christmas Season and the New Year ❣️

[Cathyann]

My granddaughter Ady loves owls. This little guy is adorable and your instructions are so clear. It would be a very relaxing project to make and take our minds off of issues in life and in the world. Enjoy Christmas with your family! May New Year 2024 bring you blessings and joys ! ❤🎉🎅🌲🌟⭐🎉🥂🍾🔔😇

[carol-annskinner]

This was so much fun! I love this little Barn Owl project. Merry Christmas to you and here's looking forward to another lovely year with Made by Marley ❤

[nancyanderson]

I so enjoy watching all of your videos! I truly enjoy the talking between the two of you and the laughing.. nothing like hearing people laughing😊 thank you both for every thing you do.. you both have such beautiful souls.. Merry Christmas to you and all of your viewers.. May God Bless this next year with good health and many more subscribers!!🎄

[liscindalyons-sedgwick]

Your video is a bit of Christmas magic. I was outside watching an owl and when I came in you were making an owl in your video! Creative magic! Merry Christmas!

[gigilivermon]

I could watch you all day☺️!!! This came out so beautiful. I love using Das clay now because of your video’s 😍❤️

[toniagarcia]

You are so amazing, you guys are the best. The owl is beautiful, I love it. I really enjoy all your videos, hearing you guys makes me so happy, your video on your table scape is gorgeous, I love the way you decorate your cottage, so festive. Have a Very Merry Christmas. 😊

[carolynyoung]

Merry Christmas 🎄. Really enjoy your beautiful projects, always so inspiring.
Hope you feel better soon. 😇🌻💗🌴

[toddylu]

I just finished decoupaging 54 Easter eggs. They were done with napkins that I cut up. I have been completely engrossed in doing them since Jan 7. The week prior we had a death in our family and then a big wedding on the 6th. My father had an overnight stay in the hospital because we all caught a cold being around so many family members. The eggs saved me in a sense. I am preparing to paint a large buffet and wanted to just see if I could do it. I needed to cut and “paste” something. Next I will try stenciling. So far everyone who has recieved a set of eggs has loved them. I’m happy about that… just the act of giving something handmade for a change. This channel did that… got me started and made me think I could do it.

[patmeo]

Thank you ❤️
This was just what I needed to hear. Dealing with “tricky “ people- especially. Just wonderful. Loved the owl too😂
I appreciate all the two of you do.
So happy to be part of the clan.❤