My story, starts with me as a mother and my own need to ground myself and my children, to find a way to connect, slow down, and express ourselves more mindfully. As a mother of neurodiverse children, I needed a way to help them ease their anxiety, quiet the inner noise, and create a sense of peace and focus. We found that busy hands—whether through drawing, painting, or crafting—offered an incredible way to anchor us to the present moment. It allowed us to focus, express ourselves, and have meaningful conversations with both our inner selves and with others.

Creating art from a mindful and intuitive perspective also supported my students development. I noticed that many of my students struggled with creating and exploring because of perfectionism and the fear of making mistakes. The desire for results held them back from embracing the process. What I’ve learned along the way is that when we shift the focus from results to the experience of creating, everything changes. Confidence grows as we explore and play, and it’s through this growth that we discover freedom in our creativity.

I believe art has a unique way of grounding us and supporting mindfulness and meditation. When we let go of expectation and judgment, we allow ourselves to simply be present with our creativity. In this space, we find joy, clarity, and connection—not just with our art, but with ourselves and others.

I created intuARTive to offer this safe, nurturing space for artists of all levels, whether you’re just starting out, looking to refine your skills, or exploring creativity as a family. The courses I offer are infused with this mindful, intuitive approach, designed to help you build skills, confidence, and a deeper connection to your inner artist. It’s not about being perfect. It’s about being present, enjoying the process, and embracing the beauty of where you are right now.

I invite you to join me on this creative journey, where together, we can explore, grow, and create with mindfulness and joy. No experience required, just an open mind and a willingness to explore your creativity. I can’t wait to see where your hands will take you.