The Comfort Tree
Written By Holly Carr
Deep in the forest stands a very tall tree. In stunning silk paintings, the author-artist shows how a variety of forest animals and birds find comfort around the tree through the seasons. As night falls, the animals can be heard calling good night to each other from the boughs of the tree that gives them comfort.
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Holly Carr is a visual artist, creator, designer, and director who has gained national acclaim for her unique style of silk painting. She has participated in many group and solo shows and continues to exhibit nationally. In recent years, Holly has branched out into performance art, where she paints large works live on stage. Holly’s work can be found in numerous private and public collections. Holly and her artist husband, Alan Bateman, reside in their 200-year-old farmhouse and studio in the Annapolis Valley near Canning, Nova Scotia.
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| Weight | 490 kg |
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| Dimensions | 9 × 10 × 5 cm |
Karen Theriault, CEO , Valley Regional Hospital Foundation –
“Holly Carr is a shining example of the magic that happens when talent and passion merge. Through her latest book, The Comfort Tree, she has given all of us a beautiful gift through her impactful approach to wellness.”
Robert Bateman, Canadian Wildlife Artist –
“Holly Carr’s art has a vigour and vitality, which is attractive to all, especially children. The story of the Comfort Tree carries an important message and has the potential to improve mental health awareness through experiences with nature. The trees, when walking in nature, give off chemicals that make you feel better. In a sense your cells rejoice.”
Erica McGill, Director, Health, Counselling & Accessible Learning Acadia University –
The Comfort Tree is a beautiful story that invites children of all ages into the magic and healing power of nature. In a world that can often feel overwhelming and chaotic, helping our children learn ways of comforting and calming themselves is vital for building a strong sense of self and in the belief that we can count on and trust in others. The Comfort Tree is a vibrant and engaging read that shows just how important connection is to us all.
Suzanne Balcom –
Holly’s book gives me shivers ( and everyone I read it too ) Her ability to make images and words dance on the page nd touch hearts so gently and profoundly will make this book and beloved best seller . EVERY family that brings this gentle message home will radiate the love effortlessly.
Larry Swartz, Educational Consultant –
“A number of forest animals find comfort around a magnificent oak tree that stands deep in the forest. Throughout the four seasons, each animal (e.g. Raven, Fox, Squirrel, Bear, Blue Jay) finds a special kind of solace and comfort amidst the tall tree. In the latter part of the book, the animals can be heard calling good night to each other from the boughs of the tree, giving each other company and comfort. Holly Carr’s text is spare and succinct, naming each of the animals’ actions. Her staggering silk paintings with vivid jewel-like colours and patterns gloriously fill each spread. The Comfort Tree is a rich contribution to books on positive mental health; a beautifully told story centred on healing and community. The story acknowledges that this picture book was created from the spirit of “The Portapique Story Trails Project,” and was written for the community of Portapique, Nova Scotia.”
Atlantic Book Reviews –
Holly Carr’s stunning silk painted illustrations make this picture book one you will wish to sit with often and lends itself to reflection. A sense of calm is relayed as you read the text, the perfectly chosen words meant to lull and comfort. With so much attention to visual details on every page, Holly has a way of portraying animals that connects the reader to what must certainly be their inner feelings.
Using the animals and their relationship to the tree, Holly Carr illustrates how comfort and restoration of mental health can be found in nature and how each animal finds comfort in different ways
Following the seasons the story unfolds and the reader is carried along through the changing beauty of an old oak tree. Atop the richly coloured Fall leaves, Raven finds comfort in the view. Fox, squirrel and blue jays find comfort as well. In Winter, Lynx finds comfort in the branches. Raven, rabbit and deer find comfort as well. In Spring bear finds comfort scratching an itchy back on the tree’s bark. Bees and owl find comfort there too. In Summer “the forest animals gather around the tree. They frolic until it is time for bed.”
Using the animals and their relationship to the tree, Holly Carr illustrates how comfort and restoration of mental health can be found in nature and how each animal finds comfort in different ways.
The story was written as an act of love and compassion for the community of Portapique, Nova Scotia.