Hi, I’m Jo,

An adventurous, creative, nature loving, truth seeker. I am also a mother of 4 adult children and a registered nurse. I am deeply passionate about helping others experience freedom, healing and transformation through creativity. I believe being creative is as important for our health and wellbeing as eating good food and exercising every day. Creativity can teach us about ourselves and uncover hidden treasures that lie deep within our souls. How do I know this? My personal experience of bringing creativity into my life.

My humble beginnings.

I was born the oldest of three kids in a middle-class Australian family. My parents didn't really support visual art, but I did have the opportunity to express myself through music.

When I was around 11, a teacher told me I wasn't creative. I didn't really care or feel bothered by it. I simply believed that some people were creative and others, like me, were not.

When I became a mum in my twenties, I was introduced to scrapbooking and card making. I didn't see these activities as a way to take care of myself or express myself creatively, but rather as a way to preserve our family memories and not need to buy cards. It was creating that resulted in something tangible.

Awakening.

Many years later, while raising four school-aged kids, I came across mixed media art. I was fascinated by the idea of creating just for fun, without worrying about the end result. I took online courses and attended art retreats that encouraged me to let go of perfection and rules. I enjoyed experimenting and making a mess. It was a liberating experience that was completely new to me. Since then, I've slowly developed a creative practice that nourishes my soul and brings me joy. I noticed that dedicating time to creative play, focusing on the process rather than the final product, improves my well-being and helps me discover new things about myself.

In 2014, my life fell apart. I was surrounded by sorrow and confusion, left with more questions than answers. I entered a world of uncertainty and isolation that affected my mental health, however it also opened my heart and awakened my soul. I learnt that pain and joy can coexist. I learnt that I cannot control everything no matter how hard I try and through my creative practice I found solace and relief from anxiety, stress, depression, shame, and anger. It became a way for me to let go of toxic feelings and find peace in the present moment.

As I continue to learn and grow, I am making the effort to stay aware and receptive to everything life has to give. It's something I aim to do every day. I make mistakes and regress often, but I know that as soon as I start creating and playing, a sense of peace and tranquility always comes. I am certain that my creativity is vital to my overall health and my ability to embrace both sadness and joy simultaneously.

I offer myself to you as a guide on your adventures with the creative process. May its magic work for you, just as it has for me. 

Blessings,

Jo xx

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Nursing -CQUniversity

Advanced Diplomas of Transpersonal Art Therapy and Counselling (currently) - College of Contemporary Medicine.

Art therapy practitioner course - Health and Harmony College