Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to the Healing Creations FAQ page. Here you’ll find answers about mandala art, meditation, workshops, and original artwork by Patricia Fitzgerald in Dublin, Ireland. If you don’t see your question here, feel free to get in touch, I’m always happy to help!
What are the benefits of mandala art and meditation?
Working with mandalas, whether drawing, colouring or meditating, is a deeply calming and transformative practice.
Many people experience:
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Reduced stress and anxiety
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Greater mental clarity and focus
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Lower blood pressure and a sense of calm
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Increased self-awareness and emotional balance
Mandalas help balance both sides of the brain and support mindfulness, creativity, and inner healing. Over time, they can even help rewire negative thought patterns through neuroplasticity.
Can mandalas really support emotional healing?
Yes, when practiced regularly, mandala work can help you:
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Access your subconscious mind
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Release old emotional patterns or trauma
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Develop self-compassion
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Connect more deeply with your inner self
Many people find this process helps them become a calmer, more grounded version of themselves.
Do I need to be artistic to create a mandala?
Not at all. This work is about process, not perfection. You don’t need any artistic experience, just a willingness to explore. In workshops, you’ll be gently guided step-by-step. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already creative, you can engage at your own level.
What is the connection between mandalas and meditation?
Creating or colouring a mandala is a form of active (open-eyed) meditation. This makes it ideal if you:
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Struggle with traditional seated meditation
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Find it hard to quiet your mind
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Prefer a more creative, tactile experience
You can also meditate by simply gazing at a mandala, allowing your focus to soften and your mind to settle.
How do I meditate with a mandala?
A simple way to begin:
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Choose a mandala you feel drawn to
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Sit comfortably with your back straight
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Place the mandala about an arm’s length away
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Gently soften your gaze and allow the image to blur
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Focus on the centre for at least 5 minutes
This helps bring your mind into balance and creates a deep sense of inner stillness.
Can I buy mandala prints or original artwork?
Yes, you can explore:
All artwork is created to bring peace, balance, and reflection into your space.
Browse the shop or get in touch for commissions.
Can I pay for artwork in instalments?
Yes, absolutely. If you feel drawn to a piece, payment plans can be arranged, making it easier to bring meaningful art into your life. Simply get in touch with me at peace@healingcreations.ie
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, artwork can be shipped worldwide (with some regional exceptions). My paintings are already in homes across countries including the USA, Canada, France, Norway, and New Zealand.
Can I visit your studio in person?
Yes, you can visit the studio in: Marlay Park Craft Courtyard, Dublin
Opening times may vary seasonally, so it’s best to check ahead or send a message to confirm that I am there.You’re always welcome to come and experience the work in person!
What materials do you use in your mandala art?
A variety of high-quality materials are used depending on the piece. You are encouraged to explore your own creative process too, mandala work is about discovering what resonates with you personally. I have created this video to explain what materials I personally use, but I am always experimenting with new things!
I've bought a limited edition print. Can you advise me about framing it?
In this video, I chat to one of my favourite framers, Cathal of Frames Etc. in Clondalkin and he runs us through the things to think about when framing an art print.
Returns Policy:
If you purchase an art print online and simply change your mind, you have the right to cancel your order within 14 days of receiving your print, in accordance with Irish consumer law.
To request a return, please contact me at:
Email: peace@healingcreations.ie
Please include your order number and let me know that you wish to return your purchase.
Once you notify me that you wish to cancel, you must return the print within 14 days.
The print should be returned in its original condition and packaged securely so that it is not damaged during return postage. You may be responsible for the direct cost of returning the item unless otherwise stated.
We reserve the right to take account of any reduction in the value of the print resulting from handling beyond what is reasonably necessary to inspect its nature, characteristics and condition.
Please contact me as soon as possible if your print arrives:
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Damaged
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Defective or faulty
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Incorrect
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Significantly different from the description on the website
Please email me at peace@healingcreations.ie, ideally including photographs of the print, packaging and any visible damage, along with your order number.
I will assess the issue and, where appropriate, arrange a replacement, repair, price reduction or refund in accordance with your statutory consumer rights.
If goods are faulty, the cost of returning them is my responsibility.