ABSTRACT
Reflection may be more critical for those who see the art primarily as a form of communication and less central for those who primarily value the potential for sublimation through art. Since most art therapists have a good deal of the artist in them, setting the stage and evoking and facilitating expression seem to come more naturally than looking at and talking about what has happened. Stepping back and reflecting verbally or nonverbally on either product or process is a new experience, not only for the clients but also for art therapists in training, and requires learning new skills and sensitivities. Creating an attractive setting on which to display someone’s sculpture can help immeasurably to enhance the viewing/reflecting/discussing part of the process. Indeed, titles are probably the simplest kind of initial association or reflection on a creative product. The art product becomes an intermediary object, perhaps transitional at times.
