To make art is to respond, reflect, and resolve
GALLERY
Original Artwork, Creative Practice, & Studio Work
The gallery at The 3 Brushes reflects my creative practice as both an art therapist and artist. Featured works include original artwork, sketchbook studies, workshop examples, and process-based explorations that have evolved through curiosity, experimentation, and creative inquiry.
Many of these pieces explore themes of grief, loss, renewal, change, nature, embodiment, and the human experience. My work often examines how art can serve as a pathway for reflection, meaning-making, emotional expression, and personal growth.
I work across a variety of materials and approaches, including painting, mixed media, drawing, woodburning, and process-based studio practices. Mistakes, revisions, unfinished work, and experimentation are embraced as essential parts of the creative process.
If you are interested in the role of creativity in emotional healing, learn more about What Is Art Therapy?If you would like to learn more about my background, approach, and the philosophy behind The 3 Brushes, visit the About page.
Whether you are exploring artwork, interested in a commission, or looking for creative workshops and community events, I invite you to spend some time with the work and see what resonates with you.
"Through the Hedges", acrylic on canvas, 12 × 14. This painting explores themes of renewal, change, growth, acceptance, and integration, inviting reflection on the evolving nature of healing and transformation.
"The Mountain", acrylic on canvas, 8 × 10. Created as a wedding gift for a friend from Indonesia, this painting celebrates friendship, new beginnings, and the journey of building a life in a new country.
"Friendship Across Borders", oil pastel in sketchbook. Created from a reference image, this study explores themes of nationality, identity, friendship, and innocence.
"Rainbow Forest", upcycled mixed media incorporating textiles, inks, gauche, and watercolor with acrylic on wood canvas. This piece explores themes of play, capacity, change, and growth emerging from pain through the use of layered materials and texture. Renewal themes from repurposing textiles and materials.
"Memorial Box", memorialization art making and honoring memory, multimedia piece: paper plaster, wood, sheel, Model Magic, paper, textiles, stone, and found objects
"Alternative Book & Collage", mixed media using recycled ephemera, book pages, and magazine images and text. This mixed-media study explores storytelling, symbolism, and meaning-making through the layered use of found materials and collage.
"Unhinged Chicken Doll", recycled articulated keychain, found objects, and textiles. Part of an ongoing series of handmade healing dolls exploring themes of grief, loss, play, and creative exploration. Each piece reflects an interest in symbolism, recycled materials, and the ways handmade objects can invite curiosity, comfort, and personal meaning.
"Quote Tags" (multiple pieces), mixed media incorporating textiles, shells, found objects, thread, and paper. This wearable art study explores the idea of carrying memory through meaningful objects, symbolism, and personal reflection.
"Wondering", mixed media piece: markers, colored pencil, and watercolor in sketchbook. Created from a National Geographic reference image, this study explores themes of identity and adolescence.
"Hope Doctor", mixed media: watercolor, pen and ink, and colored pencil on recycled paper. Created from a reference image, this study explores themes of medical trauma, uncertainty, powerlessness, and helplessness.
"Fatima", mixed media on recycled paper. Created from a reference photograph, this portrait study explores themes of world cultures, heritage, and identity.
Experimental play in sketchbook, mixed media, "Fur Baby" , piece exploring pet loss and friendship with animals
Sketchbook watercolor and ballpoint pen, "Gardener"
Mixed Media on Recycled Paper, "Cottagecore Nana"
Sketchbook play and exploration, watercolor, stamps, ink and markers
"Deep Rest", sketchbook exploration using colored pencil and acrylic paint. This study explores themes of processing, restoration, and the idea that rest can be a productive and healthy adaptive response. Created through a process-based approach, the work reflects on the role of rest as an essential part of healing, creativity, and everyday living.
"Terrariums", mixed media incorporating mosses, lichen, sand, stone, wood, and a found plastic toy. This series explores themes of environment, change, growth, and containment through layered natural and found materials.
"Life Transitions as Tree" explores major life decisions and significant seasons of change through symbolism and metaphor. This mixed-media piece incorporates textiles, acrylic paint, and adhesives to reflect the layered nature of growth, transition, and personal meaning-making.
Art Therapist & Artist
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COMMISSION INQUIRIES
Commissioned artwork is offered as a separate creative service and is distinct from art therapy or clinical treatment.
Each piece is developed with attention to emotional tone, symbolism, and material exploration. Work often draws from themes of grief, loss, transition, healing, and renewal through imagery of people, nature, and lived experience.
Commissions may include finished works, process-based explorations, or pieces that evolve through conversation and reflection.
I work across a range of materials and approaches, with an emphasis on process as much as outcome. Variations and revisions are a natural part of the creative process.
These works are well suited for personal collections, therapeutic spaces, and environments seeking reflective, meaningful, and human-centered artwork.
PRICING & AVAILABILITY
Commissions are priced as a flat rate based on size, materials, medium, and estimated time required.
Due to clinical and professional commitments, commissions are limited. Availability may vary, and not all requests can be accepted.
SHIPPING
I do not currently ship internationally. Domestic shipping options may vary based on size, materials, and cost. Shipping fees and estimates can be discussed during the inquiry process.
INQUIRIES
To request a commission, please use the form below. I will respond within 1–2 business days.
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To maintain clear professional boundaries and protect the integrity of the therapeutic relationship, The 3 Brushes, LLC does not accept, create, or fulfill commissioned artwork requests, paid creative projects, or private art-making services for current art therapy clients.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Custom or commissioned artwork
Paid or requested creative projects outside of the therapeutic process
Requests for the therapist to create, modify, or complete artwork on behalf of a client
Art-related business transactions between therapist and current clients
Art-making may be used within the context of art therapy sessions as part of the therapeutic process. In this setting, the focus remains on the client’s own expression, exploration, and clinical treatment goals. The art therapist’s role is to facilitate, support, and guide the therapeutic process—not to produce artwork for the client.
While The 3 Brushes, LLC may also maintain a separate professional or creative presence that includes artwork, educational materials, or other offerings, these activities are distinct from clinical services. No commercial or creative services are offered to current therapy clients in order to avoid dual relationships, conflicts of interest, and boundary confusion.
Clients acknowledge that participation in art therapy does not include access to commissioned artwork, private creative services, or artist-for-hire arrangements. Maintaining this separation supports ethical practice, clinical clarity, and the safety of the therapeutic relationship.
Former clients may inquire about creative services after the termination of therapy; however, such requests are reviewed carefully and may still be declined to preserve ethical boundaries and prevent potential dual relationships or conflicts of interest.
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Are all of the artworks featured in the Gallery available for purchase?
Current original works available for purchase are featured below the first gallery selection on this page.
Some pieces displayed throughout the Gallery may have already been sold, gifted to friends or family, or are part of my personal collection and are not currently available for purchase. Select works may become available as limited-edition prints in the future.
Client artwork created during art therapy sessions is never used for sales, marketing, promotional, or educational purposes, regardless of whether the individual is a current or former client.
Any imagery used by The 3 Brushes, LLC for sales, marketing, educational materials, or website content is either original artwork created by Lindsay Downs, properly licensed royalty-free content, or sourced from materials in the public domain.
If you have questions about a specific piece, print availability, or commissions, please feel free to contact me.
STUDIO
ORIGINALS FOR SALE
Discover original, one-of-a-kind artwork from Lindsay’s studio - created to bring color, calm, and conversation into your space. These works explore texture, layered mark-making, and experimentation. Original artwork is updated periodically as pieces are sold and new collections become available.
ABOUT THESE PIECES & FEATURED COLLECTIONS
This current body of work was created between 2020 and 2024 during a period of exploration, transition, and evolving artistic direction, including acrylic painting, woodburning, and mixed media practices. Each piece reflects process, discovery, and personal exploration. These works are original, not reproduced, and are not available in commercial or gallery retail spaces.
STYLE & MATERIALS
Abstract Expression– layered compositions with depth and movement
Nature-Inspired Work – calming palettes and organic themes
Mixed Media & Texture – tactile surfaces and expressive mark-making
CHOOSING A PIECE
When selecting artwork, consider scale—how the piece interacts with your space; layering—pairing a focal work with smaller complementary pieces; and mood—choosing artwork that resonates both emotionally and visually. These pieces are well-suited for home interiors, offices, creative spaces, entryways, focal walls, and thoughtful gifting.
PURCHASE & SHIPPING
Local pickup and delivery are available in the DMV area: Northern VA, Washington, D.C, and Maryland. Insured shipping options are also available.
STUDIO CONTACT
If you are interested in a featured piece, original artwork, or an art commission, please use the contact link below. I’m glad to answer questions regarding current availability, pricing, commissions, or any artwork featured in the Gallery.
2026, "Quiet Growth", 12x12 Acrylic on Wood Canvas
2026, "Quiet Growth", 12x12 Acrylic on Wood Canvas - Shelf Scale Reference
2024, "Underwater Seascape", 16x26 Circle Canvas, Acrylic Painting
2022, "The Wilds", 12x12, Acrylic on Wood Canvas, Woodburned Details
2024, "Hidden" , 24x12, Acrylic on Canvas, Finished canvas edges
2023, "Dreamscape Forest", 24x15 15/16, Acrylic on Gessoed Wood, Woodburned Details
2023, "Enchantment", 24x15 15/16, Acrylic on Gessoed Wood, Woodburned Details
2020, "Tall Tree", 12x24, Acrylic on Wood Canvas, Woodburned Details
2021, "Reflections", 15 15/16 x 24, Acrylic on Gessoed Wood, Woodburned Details
Creative Workshops & Community Events
MINDFULNESS PRACTICES
IN MARK MAKING
SATURDAY, JULY 25th, 2026
2 pm- 4 pm
$50
The Kentlands Community Foundation Gaithersburg Artists Collective
305 Main St
1st Floor
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
From workshops, events, and community gatherings, there’s something upcoming and ongoing. Mark your calendars!
Workshops are educational and creative experiences and are not psychotherapy or art therapy services. There are currently no art therapy groups being offered through The 3 Brushes.
If you’d like to be a community collaborator, feel free to connect with me. I’m available to co-lead workshops, arts-based events, and mental health awareness advocacy opportunities.
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Mindfulness Practices in Mark-Making Workshop
DATE: July 25th, 2026 from 2pm-4pm
COST: $50 per participant
(All art supplies and workshop setup included)LOCATION:
The Kentlands
Artists on Market Gallery
305 Main St. 1st Floor
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878
SPONSORS:
The Kentlands Community Foundation & Gaithersburg Artists CollectiveFor more information, please visit:
https://www.kentlands.org/gaithersburg-artist-collectiveSpace is limited!
Join us for a creative mindfulness and mark-making workshop using natural materials, traditional art media, and nature-inspired design practices. This experiential art workshop invites participants to slow down, reconnect creatively, and explore expressive art-making in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Participants will create original designs inspired by nature and handmade creative processes while engaging with mindfulness-based art practices focused on observation, texture, movement, and playful experimentation.
This workshop encourages curiosity, relaxation, and creative expression without pressure, perfectionism, or performance. Samples, natural studies, materials, and guided prompts will be provided, with plenty of time for individual exploration and art-making.
Whether you are new to art or have years of creative experience, this workshop is designed to help rekindle a sense of play, reflection, and creative renewal through the process of making art with nature inspired media.
Great for most ages (12+) and all skill levels. Invite a friend, loved one, or family member to share the experience!
Interested in individual art therapy services instead? Learn more about Services for Art Therapy or explore Art Therapy for Grief and Loss.
Looking to learn more?
• About Lindsay Downs
• What Is Art Therapy?
• Art Therapy for Grief and Loss
• Contact The 3 Brushes
Art Supply Donations
Every creative material has a story. Sometimes that story continues in the hands of someone new.
If you have gently used art supplies, paper, textiles, found objects, toys, miniatures, or other creative materials that are no longer being used, I welcome the opportunity to give them a second life in support of my art therapy practice, personal art making, and community workshops.
I also welcome donations from local businesses with surplus inventory or materials that can no longer be sold due to minor damage, discontinued stock, or other non-safety-related reasons.
If you are interested in donating materials, I would be happy to connect and discuss what you have available. Please note that, due to space, safety, and clinical considerations, I may not be able to accept every donation.
