Through mindful pastel art-making,
I create calm, supportive spaces where you can slow down, breathe, reconnect and feel beloved.
About
I am based in Bolton, UK and offer mindful art sessions that include Pastel Nagomi Art from Japan as well as other gentle pastel techniques.
Before moving here, I worked as a secondary school teacher in Hong Kong. Life was busy, and slowing down was not something I knew how to do. Through a gentle way of working with colour and simple movements , I learned how to pause and breathe again.
That experience changed how I see rest and care.
My work is not about making art well. It is about creating a calm space where you can slow down, notice how you feel, and spend time with yourself.
No experience is needed.
You are welcome just as you are.
What is Pastel Nagomi Art?
Pastel Nagomi Art (JPHAA- Japan Pastel Hope Art Association ) was founded by Mr. Hosaya Norikatsu in 2003, originally from Japan, which aims at promoting a form of healing art. “Nagomi” in Japanese means harmony. Mr. Hosiya hopes that everyone can enjoy a free style of drawing and feel happy and harmonious by using fingers, simple tools and unique painting methods, regardless of ages, painting skills and experience.
Official Website of JPHAA: