A Short Orientation
Trail Notes gathers stories for when you need to step away. Imagine a West Coast retreat, where creative blocks are gently dissolved in the exploration of mountains, sea and forest.
The stories unfold in imagined days of walking forest paths, crossing uncertain ground, meeting fellow travellers. Creativity begins to emerge again — through stories of shared experiences.
What appears as wilderness is often something more familiar: hesitation, doubt, the edge before a step.
Quiet Courage in the Rain
Sometimes courage isn’t loud or visible. Sometimes it looks like stepping into the rain without an umbrella — choosing a small, honest moment of openness, even when no one is watching.
The Otter and the Stepping Stones
At a river crossing, Ira hesitates while others move on. Ash stays. In the quiet between stones and current, an otter’s way through slips and retries becomes a small, steady permission to begin.
The Pearl Beneath
A quiet lesson surfaces in the meeting of Oyster and Jester — a reminder that play can loosen what pressure has hardened. Sometimes the smallest shimmer is already forming within us, waiting to be noticed rather than earned.
the role of art in mental health, mindfulness, and daily inspiration.
the role of art in mental health, mindfulness, and daily inspiration.
Introducing Calm Creativity
Calm Creativity – Company Mission Statement Calm Creativity is a space for anyone to explore art as a mindful, stress-relieving practice. We believe creativity should be approachable, enjoyable, and a way to reconnect with yourself—no experience needed. Through guided experiences, courses, and resources, we offer gentle support for those looking to bring more calm and creativity into their daily lives.