About Us

Hi, I'm Saramanda. I love working with children and am happiest when creating, so it is a dream come true to open Wren's Nest. My background is in child development and psychology, and I am an abstract artist who loves creating large-scale paintings. I believe we are all artists. I hope to see you in the studio! www.saramandaz.com

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I am an experience-based, multimedia artist. I used to dance full time. My explorations have bridged being a professional ballerina to set design, choreography, costuming, painting, real-time sketches, pottery, textile art, edible confections... the list goes on & on..., as I imagine yours does. 

Now, I am just a super curious human. 

I love the idea of working with other people who want to speak their own languages and find a groove in their creative expression. 

Let's do that within our community!

Photo credit to Noelle Ireland

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Stephanie Duffy, MA, is a creatrix, mother, and art therapy trained creativity coach.  Her work promotes the idea that every human has a creative drive that they can nourish to enhance their life and the lives of those around them.  She is excited to share that passion for making things with others at Wren’s Nest.

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Mom of two growing kids, owner of 'The Artist Tree' studio, lover of art, and people from all walks of life. Kate has a background in art, psychology, and sociology. She has taught art to children and adults for over 22 years. She loves art of all types and instructs art lessons through various media and techniques. Kate's specialties are gaining rapport and connection, and building students’ confidence in their artistic abilities. 

Hi, I’m Britt! Mom to two amazing kids (and a hamster), a professional mess maker, and the creative heart behind my art journeys at Messy Maker Club & Atelier Brittney Leigh Ann. In our home, art is a way of life—you’ll find materials and projects scattered across just about every surface! I’m all about the magic of creating—where the fun is in the process, not just the final piece. So excited to hop into creativity together and make a GOOD mess!​​

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My name is Stephanie Daniela and I’m a neurodivergent mother of 3, and I love to play with color!!  I love to celebrate my ancestry and human experience through my work.  Making art genuinely is a joyful experience and I want nothing more than to share that joy with the world! Invitation to Color Play​

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Hi! I'm Devon. The love of creating art has been lifelong. I aspire to make more and more time to create art as I move through life. Creating art is a way to come back home to myself.  I’ve worked with many different mediums (hard to just stick to one as an artist)! Connecting with others while creating art is one of my favorite things to do and I'm excited to partake in this wonderful space with you all.​

Hello, I’m Leonardo but you can call me Leo! I’m a
passionate artist and a strong believer that painting allows you to express emotions words cannot, art gives you the tools to materialize your feelings. I love exploring colors and storytelling through Abstract art. I have been making and creating diverse art forms for years and I can’t wait to share the joy of art with you all!

Heather is passionate about sharing her mindful approach to life with others. After almost a decade of experiencing the benefits of meditating Heather started asking herself, “Why didn’t someone teach me this when I was a kid?”. In 2016, she took Mindfulness to her childrens schools in California and subsequently in Texas. Heather has taken the Mindfulness Fundamentals course and the Mindful Educator Essentials course through Mindful Schools and is trained in the Mindful Schools curriculum. She has also furthered her coursework with the Mindful Communications class through Mindful Schools, and the MAPs or (Mindful Awareness Practice Class) through the UCLA Mindfulness Awareness Research Center. She was certified by the Mindfulness Meditation Teacher (MMTCP) with Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach through Berkeleys Greater Good Science Center, & Awareness Training Institute in 2021. She is passionate about teaching people the tools to cope with stress and develop a more mindful approach to life in order to nurture a positive state of mind.

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Longmont-based artist, designer, and creative guide Homa Nekoorad is passionate about intuitive and intentional creativity. Trained as a graphic designer, she enjoys exploring various art forms and sharing her knowledge through art education. She currently works as a graphic designer at Avocet Communications and teaches art at Boulder Prep High School through BMOCA. After a profound spiritual experience in 2016, Homa rekindled her love for painting. Drawing from her creative background, she embraced the joy of working with her hands and heart and sharing her joy of creativity and mindfulness with others. In 2018, Homa became an Art of Allowing facilitator, leading spiritual art and meditation workshops. Her sessions provide a deeply enriching creative experience, helping students connect with their inner voices while nurturing their expressive, divine spirit. She hopes to inspire each participant to recognize themselves as a radiant spark of light, eternally supported and held by spirit and creative energy.

Hello, I'm Starr, I find inspiration in the beauty of nature, space, and animals. From there I like to create something that sparks curiosity and wonder in others! Some of my most popular designs are based on small joys. For me whether it's sitting on a beach watching the waves, the views on the horizon or in the stars, the familiarity of a pet, I love sharing that feeling through my artwork. I'm looking forward to creating with you! https://www.vipi.ink/

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I am Lisa Chinnery. My husband and I are empty nesters with a college student. I have been a creative, crafter and artist my whole life. Six years go I picked up my paintbrushes again dove into acyrlics paints & canvas through intuitive art. Two years ago I taught myself watercolors. Nature especially flowers, trees and sunrises are my muse. I love to play, experiment, and explore with water, different kinds of paint, paper and mark techniques. I embrace imperfection and  magic of exploration. In additional to being an artist I create and host seasonal women’s circles in Lafayette. It is rooted in community and connection using the seasons to guide us. I excited to explore all kinds of art with you at Wren’s Nest. You can learn more about The Aspen Sisterhood Seasonal Circles and my art on my website.

Hi l'm Miya Orton, I am an artist in my senior year of high school. I recently was awarded a gold key at the Scholastic Art Awards, come by at the Denver Art Museum to check out my piece on February 22nd! I plan to major in art education. My passion is to paint, specifically semi realistic, surrealism with oil paint. I love seeing peoples' twists on their paintings. Not everything needs to be perfect, there’s no such thing as mistakes, it just where the process takes us! We are gathering to have fun while pursuing imagination. Hope to see you!