Voices of self-love

Voices of Self-Love was a two-phase community art project exploring self-love through storytelling, photography, and painting. Women in Vancouver shared personal journeys during creative writing workshops and interviews, focusing on acceptance, appreciation, nurture, and transformation. In the second phase, 12 Latin American artists created portraits inspired by these stories, expressing each woman’s resilience, courage, and beauty. A professional photographer also captured each participant’s portrait. The project fostered empowerment, self-connection, and community among participants. The final collection of stories, photos, and paintings was exhibited at Britannia Art Gallery, offering a powerful reflection on personal growth and the collective experience of self-love.

Who Am I And Why Am I Here?

This session focused on self-appreciation through guided meditation, creative writing, and intuitive watercolor painting. Participants explored their inner child, reflected on their relationship with self-love, and mapped their emotions. Through sharing stories and artistic expression, they began building a safe, supportive space to connect with themselves and others.

The color of my voice

Participants explored transformation by visualizing their inner world as a rosebush, using the “El Rosal” meditation. They painted their rosebushes in watercolor, expressing personal growth, challenges, and emotions. Afterward, they shared their reflections, connecting through each unique interpretation. The session supported healing, expression, and collective understanding through art.

What I carry in my vessel

Participants engaged in nurturing self-love by shaping clay pinch pots, symbolizing their emotional vessels. This tactile experience invited reflection on how to care for the self, mentally and physically. As hands worked with earth, the session encouraged grounding, creativity, and intention-setting for continued personal growth and emotional well-being.

Reconnecting with my inner voice

This closing session celebrated self-acceptance through open studio painting and individual photography. Participants reflected on their self-love journey and expressed their inner voice through creative exploration. The photography session honored each woman’s presence and growth, creating a powerful moment of visibility, confidence, and reconnection with their true selves.