Welcome to

your new creative haven

Hey friend

It’s good to have you here.

Ever had that feeling that you're so busy being productive that you've forgotten what it feels like to actually create something just for the joy of it?

It’s okay, I know the feeling.

You haven't lost your creativity. You've just been looking for it in the wrong places.

This is why I’ve created The Imagination Collective, a home for your creativity to stretch, rest, explore, play, and breathe. A space that meets you exactly where you are, again and again.

What if creativity wasn't about being "a great artist"?

Creativity and creation are not the same.

Creativity focuses on a way of being - how we notice, interpret, and create meaning.

Creation focuses on output.

It's not about what you make at the end of it - It's about reconnecting with the parts of yourself you've abandoned in the name of being a responsible adult.

That part of you that gets to play, explore, and simply exist without an expectation. Something that modern day life doesn't often afford us.

When you value the presence of creativity over the productivity of creation, the real masterpiece is in the moment, not what you make.

I truly believe that
Creativity is our human-ness.

You know, when you:

Picked the outfit you're wearing, you likely chose colours and textures that felt right
Woke up to the view of your home - decorated in your taste.
Found words to comfort someone who needed them - formed with the wisdom you've gained in life.
Simply existed in your own authenticity.

That's your creativity right there.

You've been doing it your whole life. You just didn't call it that.

So what exactly IS The Imagination Collective?

This isn't simply art class, this is accessible mindfulness - creative practice as life maintenance. And the great news is? You just have to be yourself.

When you're anxious, overwhelmed and feeling frazzled by life's demands, asking yourself to sit still and 'clear your mind' with traditional mindfulness can feel hard.

But with creativity? Creative mindfulness says “occupy your hands” and suddenly your mind can actually rest. You’re not trying to think less. You’re giving your brain something better to focus on.

You can actually just take a break from it all.

In The Imagination Collective, your capacity and wellbeing are important, so there are:

No deadlines

No challenges

No commitments

Just the offering - for you to take as and when you need. I lead - you join when it’s right for you.

No pressure. No standards. Just you, creating.

I want to join!

Gentle, heart led prompts designed to spark imagination in every day life, with a weekly theme running through.

An optional creative community call where we come together to create.

Tiny and sustainable anchors for creativity in our lives, always with an option for simple moments focused on presence (the ones that are often the first to go when life demands more of you).

The Imagination Collective meets you where you're at.

In joy. In overwhelm. In the busyness. In the wish for something slower.

Here, creativity is not a performance. It's presence.

"just want to say thank you

for holding this special space and allowing me to experience and be a part of it. You’re building something really special in times when I feel it’s needed more than ever."

-Holly

Why Art?

Creativity became my lifeline when nothing else worked.

Not because I wanted to create a business, but because creativity stopped the noise.

If I were to ask you not to think about something...

I bet you're thinking about it.

Right?

But when creativity asks to you tune in and keep your hands busy,

simply focusing on the task at hand - something shifts. There you are, mixing colours, making marks, watching shapes emerge - and before you know it, half an hour has passed, and your thoughts have untangled themselves without you forcing them to.

When your thoughts won't sit still, creativity gives all that restless energy somewhere to go - it's mindfulness for people whose minds won't sit still.

Creativity gave me something to hold on to when everything felt uncertain. I didn't realise at the time that it was actually my authenticity.

What's more certain than that?

This might be for you, if...

You've convinced yourself you're "not a creative person" but you've been longing for something that allows you to exist, without expectation

You're exhausted in a way sleep doesn't fix - empty despite

staying busy

You've found yourself downplaying how much you love a creative activity, because it feels safer than admitting you care

You feel so guilty during any non-productive activity, that you can't actually be present enough to enjoy it

You've got art supplies and good intentions - but it never feels like the right time to get them out

Here's how it works:

Creative Invitations

Monday Morning: Your Weekly Invitation

A new week brings a new gift; inspiration on paper, full of intention:

Every Monday, you can expect new creative prompt designed not to teach you "how to draw," but to shift how you notice the world.

This is about your creativity.

This isn't a challenge; it's an invitation, one curated to inspire your creativity and stretch your imagination.

It could be:

Shifting your perspective - a different view, a different use.

Switch your surroundings - challenge yourself.

A soft encouragement to step outside the box.

The focus is on creative interpretation. Your creative interpretation.

I'll share how I'd explore the prompt, not as the "right way," but as encouragement that there are infinite ways to respond.

Open Studio

Our community meet - A middle of the month Wednesday at 7:30pm, on a live Zoom call.

This is your dedicated space to create in community.

An hour where you give yourself permission to create alongside others who understand. No pressure to attend every meet. No requirement to share your work. Just a warm, nurturing space to explore the prompt together and give your mind space to breathe.

Think of it less like a class and more like a club - you can drop in when you can, stay as long as you want, create with us or just observe.

The call becomes an anchor point - a moment of intentional

creative pause.

Our Open Studio exists as 1 live call a month, and 1 recorded video. This is so you always have the option to experience it at least once, even if you can't make a live session.

Notes from the desk

At the end of each week- a creative reflection becomes your encouraging weekend send-off.

These reflections on the week's prompt serve as a gentle ponder - how can we infuse more intentional, present creativity in our everyday lives?

You can also expect further expansion of the prompt and suggestions for creative endeavours over the weekend.

There is a gentle, but welcoming, invitation to share your creative work from the week. No pressure, just support.

And, of course:

Access to our private Patreon feed - updated throughout the week, and optional

postal prompts (and sometimes materials)

Additional inspiration, prompts and ways to engage - always optional, but there for when you need it.

A judgment-free environment where imperfection isn't just allowed - it's the whole point

Art is everywhere threads -

encouragement to share your creative noticing

a gentle encouragement to notice & infuse more creativity into your

day-to-day

Here's what's inside the postal edition of

The Imagination Collective:

Monthly themed post - delivered to your door (England, Wales, Scotland only) Inside is:

A personalised letter & foldout
Weekly inspiration prompts - sealed and dated like a gift
One surprise element (art, sticker or paper loveliness)
A sketchbook & pencil when you sign up
Occasional additional materials to aid the prompt

Why postal?

- An analogue experience with the postal delivery, when life

feels very tech heavy

- A little treat for you

- Access to additional materials/elements

I want to join!

Who's leading this?

I'm Lauren, and I'm living proof that creativity isn't a hobby - it's an essential wellbeing tool.

When ill health meant I had to leave behind my dream of a performing career, I didn't just lose everything I was working towards. I lost my entire sense of self.

Through one of the hardest times of my life, I leant on creativity before I even knew what it was doing for me. I just wanted my brain to be quiet - if only for a moment, and to find some relief. For the first time in years, creativity for creating's sake gave me a chance to simply exist without needing to prove myself or my productivity.

Creativity rebuilt me.

It saved my life.

It's safe to say that creativity has shown up for me in many hard times since then, and all the joyful moments, too. In a wonderful way, as you experience life, it evolves with you. When visual art literally saves your mental health, you understand its power in a way art classes never teach.

These days, art is my career, it's how I create flexible work alongside a chronic illness, connect with others and to myself as well.

The Imagination Collective isn't therapy, and I'm not a therapist. But I know specifically what it's like to need something - anything - to make you feel better.

I'm Lauren, for years now I've been leaning on creativity to give me space to breathe and quieten the noise. This community exists because I've lived through the struggle. And I refuse to gatekeep what saved me.

Click here to join

Holly

"It felt good to be in a space with likeminded people wanting to make time to create without pressure of the results - the switch off I need."

Becca

"I've enjoyed getting creative and have found more creativity in the everyday"

Hayley

"The sessions were gentle and calming and really quite special"

And if you need any more reason...

A wonderful friend of mine likened creativity to a car only you know how to steer

- and she was so right.

You don't need any outward opinion on your creativity for it to be valid.

You already have everything you need within you.

So, what are you waiting for?

Join The Imagination Collective

The real question...

Chances are, you've been telling yourself that you don't have time, that you're not good enough, that there's 'so much else that takes priority'. Meanwhile, you're exhausted, and you can't remember the last time you switched off or did anything that didn't feel like an obligation.

But, lovely one, you are still here reading. Something here made you stay.

Wanting presence, calm, and space to breathe is okay.

That's human.

If you're ready, I'd absolutely love to hold space for you.

I want to join

FAQ:

What is ‘The Imagination Collective’?

The Imagination Collective is a creative community, designed to encourage you to bring more creativity in your life. I am an Illustrator, therefore we focus from an art perspective, but creativity is so much more than that. The inspiration prompts encourage you to think outside the box and notice creativity in aspects of your day to day life.

There are 3 elements of the community which are present each week:

Monday - an inspiration invitation and creative prompt is shared

Wednesday - our weekly zoom call at 7:30pm, 1 hour to create in community

Friday - creative reflections and encouragement for further creativity in life

There are a few additional features, such as opportunities to share your work, engage in creative discussions, and times where I may share inspiration for further creativity.

Do I need anything in particular to join?

The beauty of The Imagination Collective is that you don’t need anything specific- past joining our slack group, paper and something to make marks with! You can use whichever art tools you like during creative practice.

Can you summarise the membership information?

- There is a postal option, and non postal option, available here.

- You get full access to the archive when you join, all previous prompts and content!

- You pay monthly - and you can cancel anytime.

- Sign up by the browser instead of the iOS app to save additional fees.

What If I can’t make every week?

This space is gentle, it is not designed to be another pressure in life. Therefore, there is no expectation to join the live calls weekly, or engage with every prompt. Please feel free to join in with as much, or as little, as you would like.

Do I have to share my work?

Similarly to above, there is no pressure to share any work you create, unless you would like to. Sharing is always welcome and encouraged - because everyone is creative, but absolutely not essential!

Can you explain what happens in the Open Studio call?

Our Open Studio call is the weekly live Zoom call, held every Wednesday evening between 7.30-8.30pm, GMT. I’ll share the link in our private group ahead of the call, and you can join by clicking the link.

You are welcome to join with your camera and microphone on or off, depending on what you feel comfortable with. During the call, we will focus on the weekly creative prompt, where I’ll show you an example of how I’ll access the prompt, and encourage you to find your own interpretation. At the end of the call, there is optional reflection and discussion!

Open Studio is a relaxed space, feel free to mute yourself and play music, enjoy with a cup of tea, and use whatever material you would like.

What's the cut off- or what if I join mid month?

If you opt for postal access, you must sign up by the 1st of the month to received it in the post. Id you join after this, you will have access to all prompts and content on the Patreon page just like the postal free access members, and receive your first post the following month.

Why choose the postal option?

Receiving the post has a few benefits:

1. You receive additional materials or paper goods/art, which you wouldn't receive if you didn't sign up for postal access.

2. Having the prompts to open physically can help infuse creativity into your routine and makes the prompts feel intentional in your day.

3. Who doesn't love a treat in the post?!

Who is this suitable for?

I believe that everyone is creative, therefore this community is suitable for people who have lots of experience with art, and those who are new to exploring this wonderful practice.

If you have questions...

My email are always open, or send me a DM on Instagram!

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