Kaleidoscope PA

03/27/2026

A mandala, start to finish ✨

I’ll be honest—there were moments in this piece where I wasn’t sure it was going to come together. But I kept going… and in the end, I really love how it turned out.

That’s the thing about mandalas—they invite you to slow down, stay present, and trust the process. Creating them brings me a deep sense of calm and peace.

And no, it’s not perfect. But that’s the beauty of hand-drawn mandalas. If you want perfection, use an iPad. If you want art, presence, and wellness… this is it 💛

03/26/2026

Two exciting watercolor workshops are coming up in April!

On April 18, we will have a fundraiser for Unbounded Abilities, which helps give meaningful art-related work to individuals with disabilities. We’ll have a cozy evening painting watercolor flowers at the Rivet.

And on April 25, we’ll be at Burket Farm in Tyrone painting tulips among the tulips. Fingers crossed for blue skies and sunshine! This is one of my favorite workshops of the year!

Hope to see you at these events!

03/26/2026

Such a lovely night at The Rivet and Discovery Space for Crafts & Cocktails ✨

We explored neurographic art, an intuitive drawing practice developed by psychologist Pavel Piskarev. Using flowing lines, softened edges, and watercolor, it’s a simple way to process thoughts, reduce stress, and gently support mental wellbeing.

But what stood out most tonight wasn’t quiet meditation…it was connection. People sat together, laughed, shared space, and created alongside friends. Some stayed and painted for a long time, just enjoying the process.

Every piece was completely different. Every person brought something of their own to the page. ❤️❤️❤️

03/25/2026

The world feels really hard right now. And the truth is…there’s not a lot most of us can do to change that big picture. But ease doesn’t have to be complicated.

It can be a simple brushstroke.
Watching watercolor move across the page. Looking at something beautiful and actually letting yourself pause.

Hearing the birds outside.

The pure joy of your dog just existing.

These moments are small—but they’re not nothing.

They’re how we take care of ourselves inside all of this.

When you feel the overwhelm creeping in, don’t try to solve everything.

Just find one moment of ease.
Start there. 🤍

P.S. This is Maya. She makes me smile every single day. 💕

03/11/2026

My next workshop is on March 22 at the Rivet where we will be playing with wax! Yes, this is a totally new workshop for me, so I’m keeping it small this time. Only 6 total spots available. I started playing with making was seals a couple of months ago and became obsessed. They are so fun to make and it’s easy to be successful.

For those of you who know that I focus on wellness in my classes, you may wonder how this fits in. Is it art? Maybe, maybe not. But it doesn’t matter! It’s creating with your hands which is good for our mental health. Plus there is some patience needed that comes with the satisfaction of seeing our creations come to life. I find it very therapeutic! Plus, you can stick the seals on a hand-written letter and share the joy!

Hope to see you there! Registration is at the Rivet website. Link in bio.

03/10/2026

There's something deeply captivating about art that fosters peace, introspection, and wonder. Ansel Adams' masterful photographs of Yosemite are a testament to this power. The study of neuroaesthetics is now uncovering what artists have long understood: art has a profound impact on our brain. As research confirms the importance of art for our well-being, we're reminded that it's the fifth pillar of our health. Prioritize experiencing and creating art - it's essential for our overall well-being.

03/09/2026

What is art journaling? It’s whatever you want it to be! Think stream of consciousness meets collage meets painting. The only limitation is your own creativity. Today in our art journaling class, we chose a quote and an image that we were intuitively drawn to and then created unique artwork filled with color, pattern, and joy. I love the creations everyone made!

03/06/2026

I had the opportunity to talk about many of the joys in my life in this conversation with Michele Kawamoto Perry. What a beautiful experience to be able to share my leadership journey in engineering education and art. Thank you for this opportunity, Michele! ❤️

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Creativity is not a “soft skill.” It’s a leadership skill.

In this episode of Expressions of Leadership, I sit down with Sarah Zappe, Assistant Dean for Teaching and Learning and Director of the Leonhard Center for the Enhancement of Engineering Education at Penn State, to explore what it means to lead at the intersection of engineering, innovation, and the arts.

🔷 Why creativity belongs in engineering education
🔷 How to navigate resistance when introducing new ideas
🔷 Supporting faculty in building communication and professional skills
🔷 Using art to spark ethical and identity-based conversations in STEM
🔷 Empowering others by giving them tools and trusting them to create

We also talk about her arts-based wellness company, Kaleidoscope PA, and how mindfulness and artistic expression can transform not just individuals but the community.

If you lead in higher education, STEM, or any high-performance environment, this conversation will expand how you think about innovation and impact.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify https://lnkd.in/eQh_R3f4, Apple Podcasts https://lnkd.in/eQN-R6YN, or on your favorite podcast app.
🌟 Reimagining leadership together.

🔗 Follow for more episodes. You can also catch the episode on YouTube (https://lnkd.in/g-wvjehm) and Radio Evolve: www.radio-evolve.rocks this Saturday and Sunday at noon PT.

03/01/2026

If you’ve been feeling angry for a while for, you know, various reasons…this session is for YOU!!! We will be combining yoga with collage as a way to process our emotions. Both instructors (Kerri and Sarah) are trauma-informed practitioners and will be weaving ideas of healing and nervous system regulation in the session. First, we will be doing some gentle yoga to relax our bodies and then we will create a collage as a way to process what we feel. Did you know creating art can be an act of resistance? And this will be a happy, joy filled class as we come together in community. This session is FREE but we ask you to register for planning purposes. Any donated funds collected will go to Centre Safe. Link to register in bio.

02/21/2026

Local art friends, check out the wonderful Community Nature Journaling program offers by Shaver’s Shaver's Creek! This is a fabulous program and it’s free! 🥰

11/23/2025

Just a couple spots left!

We have one spot remaining for our December Sip & Paint!

Join us at University Wine Company on Sunday, December 7 from 2:30–4:30 p.m. for a cozy and creative afternoon of painting! In this festive workshop, you’ll create a collection of beautiful, personalized watercolor holiday cards.

Visit our website to learn more and to reserve your spot: https://www.universitywineco.com/sippaint