You’re Still an Artist
Many artist-parents feel guilt when carving out time for art, especially if it isn’t paid. But value cannot only be measured in money. Art is what keeps us alive, connected, and whole. When you sing, write, dance, or paint, you are not stealing time from your family—you are modeling aliveness. You are showing that creativity is a human right, not a luxury.
If You Make Art, You’re an Artist: Beyond Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome thrives in silence. It convinces you that everyone else is more qualified, more legitimate, more deserving. For parents, this feeling is magnified by the pause or shift that comes with caregiving. We internalize the idea that stepping back makes us less of an artist, that time away erases what we’ve built.
Building Sustainable Creative Communities for Mothers
No one creates alone. And yet, mothers are often expected to carry both family and art in isolation. What if instead, we imagined creative communities built on solidarity, where mothers could share resources, stories, and support? CRC was founded on this belief: that recovery and creativity are more sustainable when we hold each other up.
The Voice as Home: Reclaiming Yourself Through Sound
Our voices carry our stories, even when our bodies feel unfamiliar or fragmented. For mothers, especially those navigating recovery or transition, the voice can become a home: a place we return to when everything else feels unmoored. At CRC, we believe in the voice not just as expression, but as survival.
How to Make Space for Creativity as a Mother (Without Burning Out)
If you’re a mother trying to make art, you know time is scarce and energy is fragile. The pressure to “do it all” can feel crushing. But creativity doesn’t have to mean long studio hours. Sometimes it looks like a voice note recorded on a walk, or a sketch scribbled between naps. Here’s how you can make space for your art—without burning out.
What Is Creative Recovery (And Why Artist-Mothers Need It)?
Motherhood is often described as a rebirth, but what doesn’t get spoken about enough is the quiet loss that comes with it. The loss of time. The loss of space. The loss of a creative identity that once felt central to who we are. For artist-mothers, the question becomes: how do we reclaim our creativity when everything about our lives has shifted? This is where the idea of creative recovery comes in.
How to Create Sacred Creative Space in 5 Minutes
Discover how artist-mothers can carve out meaningful, creative space in even the busiest homes. Quick, actionable tips for creating your own sanctuary and nurturing your artistic spirit.
The Artist-Parent’s Guide to Finding Balance at Home
Learn practical steps for artist-mothers to create balance between creative work and family life. Discover tips for harmonizing artistry and caregiving, and enjoy a more sustainable, joyful home environment.
Why Everyone Is Talking About Creative Wellness for Mothers (And You Should Too)
Explore the benefits of creative wellness for mothers, and why it’s becoming a movement. Simple strategies for balancing self-care, art, and motherhood for a happier, healthier creative journey.
Struggling For Creative Community? 50+ Ways Artist-Mothers Are Finding Their Tribe Online and IRL
Find your creative tribe with over 50 practical ideas for artist-mothers. Connect online and in-person, build lasting relationships, and revive your creative spirit with genuine support and community.