Viena W - Artist & Instructor

Episode 5 of the Steveston People podcast, hosted by Steveston People Podcast, titled " Viena W - Artist & Instructor" was published on December 9, 2023 and runs 54 minutes.

December 9, 2023 ·54m · Steveston People

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Summary

Nineteen years ago, Viena W took a painting class, and it changed her life. To her surprise, creating art gave her a break from the vicious circle of chronic anxiety and became a new tool for managing her condition. Since then, art has continued to brings her peace, hope, joy and the feeling of childhood—so light and free! In this episode you’ll hear about Viena’s journey in becoming a professional artist who specializes in painting portraits for her clients. You will also learn about Viena’s philosophy on creativity and how it influences her approach as an art instructor here in Steveston. Encouraging and kind, Viena is eager to share her knowledge and skills to anyone wishing to learn in an environment that gives them permission to play! Listen to this episode where you’ll get to hear Viena’s story, gain practical art tips, and witness her fun and supportive nature in action—especially during the segment where she leads the hosts through a special art activity called “blind drawing”! After this episode, go check out:https://www.vienapaints.com/https://phoenixartworkshop.com/workshops/contemporary-acrylics/Instagram @vienapaints

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Nineteen years ago, Viena W took a painting class, and it changed her life. To her surprise, creating art gave her a break from the vicious circle of chronic anxiety and became a new tool for managing her condition. Since then, art has continued to brings her peace, hope, joy and the feeling of childhood—so light and free! In this episode you’ll hear about Viena’s journey in becoming a professional artist who specializes in painting portraits for her clients. You will also learn about Viena’s philosophy on creativity and how it influences her approach as an art instructor here in Steveston. Encouraging and kind, Viena is eager to share her knowledge and skills to anyone wishing to learn in an environment that gives them permission to play! Listen to this episode where you’ll get to hear Viena’s story, gain practical art tips, and witness her fun and supportive nature in action—especially during the segment where she leads the hosts through a special art activity called “blind drawing”! After this episode, go check out:https://www.vienapaints.com/https://phoenixartworkshop.com/workshops/contemporary-acrylics/Instagram @vienapaints

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