ABOUT
LIFE•ART•COURAGE •MEDICINE & HEALING
CANCER TAUGHT ME MANY THINGS. CREATIVITY & MINDFUL ART HELPES ME HEAL EVERYDAY.
There's much to explore on my site, and I'm so glad you've stopped by. I hope something you see or read sparks inspiration—and if it does, I'd love to hear from you.
My journey began with a heartfelt mission: to support and uplift those facing cancer. That purpose led to the creation of The Cancer Courage Card Deck. Since then, my work has evolved into what I now recognize as Mindful Art—a gentle, non-judgemental creative practice that provides a peaceful space for reflection, healing, and self-discovery. It's about staying present and expressing myself freely through art. It's a journey rooted in curiosity, compassion, and connection—and I love sharing it with others.
A core passion of mine is exploring the intersection of Art, Medicine, and Healing. I believe the mind is a powerful ally in the healing process and that creativity is essential in that journey. Whether facing a significant life moment or simply navigating the everyday ups and downs, having ways to express, release, and understand your emotions truly matters. That's where art comes in—it brings comfort, clarity, and often joy.
Art has an extraordinary ability to create hope, and healing relies on hope.
Art can ease fear, soothe loneliness, and lighten the emotional weight of difficult times. When combined with mindfulness, it becomes a powerful companion on the path to greater well-being, restoring balance, peace, and a renewed sense of possibility.
To read more about my story path and cancer journey
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Walk in My Footsteps
Turning Healing into Art — and Art into Everyday Magic
If life were a painting, 2019 was when my canvas flipped upside down. What started as a stubborn stomach ache quickly became a Stage 3B cancer diagnosis — and in a heartbeat, every color and line in my life shifted.
I've always been creative and have usually created some "art," but I now create with a whole new kind of expression—raw, honest, and urgent. Suddenly, art is not just something to do -it is how I stay grounded and make sense of my world.
When I was in treatment for cancer it became my lifeline, my way through the storm, my thread of lights in the dark. For the first time, I was creating for myself, for hope. I sketched with courage. I colored from fear, strength, and surrender, all one stroke at a time. From iPad screens to splashes of watercolors, quiet moments of creation, guided visualizations and meditations, to chemo and meditative painting after treatments—my art became not just a coping tool but a compass guiding me home. It showed me that art can indeed help one heal.
Today, Caring Arts extends my healing journey. It is where creativity isn't about being "good" at art—it's about being present. It's a place where coloring outside the lines is encouraged and where lines, color, joy, healing, and expression all come together to dance.
Liz Carren
Artist & Mindful Art Guide
Inviting calm, connection, and creativity
One gentle mark at a time 🌿
Every piece of art has a story, and every story begins with inspiration. At Caring Arts, creativity is more than self-expression—it's about making meaningful connections through art that inspires, heals, and brings people together. Whether you're exploring original artwork, learning about your personal journey, or discovering the passion behind each creation, there's always something new to experience.
Take a closer look at our collections, discover the inspiration behind our work, and become part of a community that celebrates creativity, compassion, and artistic expression. We invite you to explore, connect, and find the piece that speaks to you.