Canvas of the Heart: Art and Mindfulness Workshop

Adriana NascimentoOwner & Art Tutor – Kaleidoscope Art RoomBrazilian born, Australian at heart!Adriana is a passionate acrylic and mixed-media painter, muralist, and art educator who brings her deep love of color and nature into everything she creates. As the founder of Kaleidoscope Art Room, she offers vibrant, welcoming classes designed to inspire creativity, confidence, and a sense of community in students of all ages.Her artistic journey began in Brazil, where she studied at A Capela School of Art and the National School of Drawing. Her curiosity and drive for artistic growth led her across continents—from Brazil to the USA, Canada, and now Australia—collecting knowledge and inspiration from renowned artists and educators along the way.During her time in the United States, Adriana became a member of SALI (Stencil Artisan League Inc.) and trained with respected artists such as Victor Demasi, Kathy Carroll, Jeff Raum, and Henri Menendez, further developing her expertise as a muralist and faux-finishing artist.In Canada, she continued her professional development through workshops with artists including Jared Scott Paisley (BFA), Tatiana O'Donnell (Mount Royal University), and Hungarian master Stephen Istvan Strain.Now based in Western Australia, Adriana holds a Certificate in Natural History Illustration (EDX) and is a qualified Interior Designer (The Interior Design Institute). Her work reflects her passion for color, form, and storytelling. She is also currently expanding her studies in art therapy and emotional wellness, believing wholeheartedly that creativity is a powerful pathway to healing and self-discovery.Adriana proudly offers NDIS-friendly classes and is committed to making art accessible, inclusive, and meaningful for her community. Her mission goes far beyond paint and canvas—she creates a nurturing space where people can explore, express, and truly thrive.