The Joyful Benefits of Colouring: Creativity, Calm and Connection By Karen Fourie | Artist, Illustrator & Creator of Kari’s Colouring Adventure Series
As a Sydney-based artist and educator, I’ve created three hand-illustrated colouring books, with over 100+ hand-drawn original illustrations designed to invite people of all ages into a world of imagination, joy, and calm through Kari’s Colouring Adventure Series.
In a world that’s constantly buzzing, sometimes the simplest activities bring the most joy. Colouring is one of those small, mindful pleasures — and it’s not just for kids. From sparking creativity to relieving stress, colouring books for adults, teens and children are experiencing a colourful comeback.
As a Sydney-based artist and educator, I’ve created three hand-illustrated colouring books designed to invite people of all ages into a world of imagination, joy, and calm. Here’s why colouring is so much more than a fun activity — and how you can experience the benefits through Kari’s Colouring Adventure Series.
✨ 1. Colouring Boosts Mental Wellness
Colouring is a creative form of mindfulness. As you focus on shapes, lines and colour choices, your mind naturally quiets — reducing stress and anxiety. It’s a gentle, screen-free activity that helps both children and adults recharge and feel more present.
🖍️ In Kari’s Sunshine Escapes, every page is filled with cheerful characters like laughing lions, love owls and sunshine vases designed to lift your mood and help you unwind.
🌿 2. Encourages Imagination and Expression
Colouring lets you make creative decisions without pressure — what colour will your dragon be? What patterns will you create on a mermaid tail or fashion-forward pug?
🖍️ In Kari’s Fabulous Pugs Colouring Adventure Book, you'll meet an international crew of iconic and quirky pugs, including Coco Chanel Pug, Taylor Swift Pug and Sherlock Holmes Pug. Each one invites you to express yourself while celebrating art, culture and individuality.
🧡 3. Strengthens Family Bonds
Colouring together is a wonderful way to connect without screens. Whether you're working side-by-side on your own pages or colouring collaboratively, it’s an easy way to create meaningful shared moments.
🖍️ Kari’s Celebrating Mothers Colouring Adventure Book is all about love, family and connection — filled with heartfelt illustrations of mums, mermaids, animal mothers and whimsical flowerpots that celebrate the nurturing bond between mother and child.
🎨 4. Develops Focus and Motor Skills
For young children, colouring helps develop hand strength, coordination and concentration. For adults and teens, it offers a productive c that builds focus and gives the brain a healthy break from multitasking.
All three of my books are suitable for children, teens and adults — with a mix of simple and intricate pages to suit every colouring style.
📚 Why Choose Kari’s Colouring Adventure Series?
100+ hand-drawn original illustrations
Printed on high-quality, single-sided pages
Designed to promote joy, calm and creativity
Perfect gifts for birthdays, Mother’s Day or quiet afternoons at home
Available worldwide on Amazon
Whether you’re colouring for fun, focus or self-care, this series is your passport to a brighter, more imaginative world.
🛒 Explore the Series:
🌞 Kari’s Sunshine Escapes – A joyful world of animals, owls, and sunshine
🐾 Kari’s Fabulous Pugs – An eclectic collection of fashion icons, rebels and cultural stars — all pugs!
🌸 Kari’s Celebrating Mothers – A heartfelt tribute to motherhood and connection
👉 Visit my shop or search “Karen Jill Fourie” on your local Amazon store to order.- search up Karen Jill Fourie.
Grab your coloured pencils — it’s time to escape, relax and create something wonderful.
I can’t wait to see what you bring to life.
With love, peace and sunshine always,
Karen Jill Fourie affectionately known as Kari
Artist | Illustrator | Educator
Owner of Art with Kari
www.karenfourie.com
