The sunflower represents growth and happiness in warm and vibrant colors contrasting from the blue background. Sunflowers symbolize adoration, loyalty, and longevity.

When it comes to a loss, whether it's a break-up or death the emotions and stages we all go through are nearly symbiotic for all humans. But what we do after the loss is what separates us as individuals. Grief usually signals feelings of sadness and despair. You may not be sure what to do with your emotional pain let alone determining why or what it is.

Kids express themselves through art on a general level. Their artwork can be the symbol of the expression, but more often, the physical process of creating is the expression. Unlike older kids and adults, most toddlers and preschoolers aren't self-conscious about what they've focused on creating a finished product.

Art therapy provides an individual who is feeling pressured or overwhelmed with an opportunity to slow down and explore the issues that are occurring in their life. It provides them with a way to manage their behavior, reduce anxiety, process feelings, and destress.

Watercolor painting is probably, if not the most authentic renaissance era mediums that we see in use today. The Origins of Watercolor art came to western artists as it entered the scene in the late 1400s.

Spring is finally here and that means say hello to everyone’s refreshing wardrobes. In the springtime, it is all too common to see floral prints on skirts and shirts along with the incorporation of vibrant colors.

Fashion is a perfect combination of creativity and communication. Although fashion has rarely been elevated as same as a painting but surely is one of the ways of expression of art. Through both fashion and art, we can express and represent our history, culture and share our story with the world. However, I see more flexibility with fashion as you can create any sort of persona that you want depending on your mood, where you are going, and what you want to say that day.

Light Therapy or better known as Color Therapy is the use of light and color in order to alter physical and mental health in a holistic approach. A common misconception is that Color Therapy can only be visually interpreted when in reality your skin also absorbs light.

Expressing gratitude on a daily basis helps to experience a shift in the state of mind and the way we look at things around us. It’s essential to accept these experiences and embrace them as part of what makes us unique and extraordinary.

Learn how art and colors psychologically have a positive impact on mental health and emotional stability.

Art is therapeutic. Many hospitals across America (especially children’s hospitals) have a visiting artist program.

Flowers are a big part of any culture. Every country has a national flower. Every state in the United States has a state flower. Flowers are God’s art to tantalize our eyes and noses and make romance exciting.

Spring is one of the most beautiful and joyful seasons of the year. In the words of Robin Williams: “Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's party!'” This year, I want to share with you how centuries ago, Persian people have been celebrating Norooz (or Nowruz), the traditional Iranian festival of Spring, also known as the Persian New Year.

Valentine’s Day is the day we pay special attention to romance. We slow down to appreciate that special someone in our lives.

In 202 BC, the Tang Dynasty, established the Silk Road. 800 years later, it created a financial and taxation system that used coins and silk as currency, due its value, rarity and demand.

Christmas is next week. But, the glamorous New Year’s party is still 12 days away! Make sure you look your very best with a Naz Kobari scarf to complete your ensemble. Happy Holidays… Naz!

There are many shades and tints of blue. There’s navy blue, evening blue, galaxy blue, baby blue, sky blue, cobalt blue, powder blue, etc. However, among all the different choices of blues, my favorite is Persian blue.

Since the beginning of time, certain things were considered of such luxury and status that only royalty and noble dignitaries could enjoy them. Items like grapes, which were considered the food of kings, or purple fabric, for its scarcity and hardships of acquiring the dye from the sea. Silk was in this category.

Persia is over 3,000 years old. It’s contributions to the world include mathematics, architecture, literature, the hanging gardens of Babylon, and art, among others. A truly rich culture! Persian art is considered some of the most beautiful? in the world, a blend of native Persian traditions with Mesopotamian, Egyptian, and Greco-Roman art (according to the Columbia Encyclopedia). However, this historical treasure is mainly seen in museums and private, aristocratic collections – until now.