Then, My Inner Child Sang in Colour

Maxine holds a Bachelor of Psychology and is an aspiring art therapist. Her creative practice is informed by her work with diverse communities navigating mental health challenges. She recently lead a Sensory Art Program at a disability centre, which strengthened her belief in the therapeutic power of creative expression. 

For Maxine, art serves both as self-expression and reflection—an outlet for processing experiences and emotions. Her work explores themes of mental wellbeing, self-identity, and connection, offering a window into the complexity of the human condition. 

Passionate about the intersection of creativity and wellbeing, Maxine sees art as a pathway to healing and insight. She hopes her practice creates space for resonance, connection, and the sharing of emotional truths. 

'Then, My Inner Child Sang in Colour' is a celebration of a joyful return to the inner child who once moved freely, felt deeply, and expressed without hesitation. Using soft pinks, sky blues, and bright layers of mixed media, the work evokes the emotional vibrancy of our inner child - not as something lost, but something living within us, waiting to be embraced again.

Embedded within the work are symbols of wonder - hearts, blooming flowers and bridges. This piece is about honouring that child-like wonder within ourselves as a source of strength, creativity, and emotional truth.