My name is Sheila Burgos; I’m from Puerto Rico, "La Isla del Encanto". I have a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Arts from The University of Puerto Rico and have studied Abstract Art in The League of Art of San Juan, but you can say I learn the most in the experimentation process. Since my childhood, I’ve been passionate about creating, transforming, and making art. I used to spend my days in my grandmother's home, making these huge abstract paintings; They were like Kaleidoscopes. Fragments of my experiences Are how I envisioned them.

You can find me painting my feelings with passion, expressing with shapes and colors, and learning ways to let go. Finding a way of expressing emotions is only half of the battle. We must embrace those feelings; We must nourish them; And in the end, we must let them free. I learned to express my sad moments, and also my happiest moments; My love for the ocean, for flowers, for nature. It helped me realize that life can get through, but in the end; Life is what we make of it. Choosing to make my life happy, and find beauty in every corner.

Experimenting with earth and natural pigments is my latest adventure after shifting my art practice due to health issues. In this space, you will find my creative work. Writing about the creative process as a healing tool is a joy. My travel anecdotes; and life stories meant to be shared will also find space here. Travel is a big source of inspiration, and soon I will be facilitating creative experiences all around the world.

I’m also an Expressive Arts facilitator and a Certified Therapeutic Art Life Coach. Expressive arts bridge the gap between the conscious and the unconscious mind. It can bring light to areas of therapy that are blocked, inhibited, and stuck, as well as bringing greater focus to those areas of concern. The primary focus is on the process, which allows a person to discover new insight and meaning that might not be achieved with traditional talk therapy.

Nature is a big factor in my life, I believe our relationship with nature helps us heal and connect better with others. I have certified studies in ecotherapy and I love to combine art and nature in my practice. I’m also ANFT Certified Forest Therapy Guide. Combining the power of art and nature is what I call “Creation Elixir”.

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