Mwasaa's
Unleash Your Best with
Mindful Art & Yoga
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In-person classes Fall session:
Kids Mindful Art and Yoga
Saturdays
October 3, 10 and 24
Also
Available
Retreat for Adult Groups your party or celebration location on My Lithonia backyard retreat.
Join in, come as you are, leave better.
Adult, Individual mindful art and yoga session Group Kids Sessions


ART


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Teaching and celebrating mindful art for many years!

My Oils and Watercolors
Mwasaa's


Oil Paintings
ARTIST STATEMENT

​​My work explores the relationship between nature, memory, Personal journey, and cultural narrative through Oil painting. Rooted in a deep engagement with water as both subject and symbol, my current series explores fluidity, reflection, and transformation. I use layered color, texture, and gesture to evoke emotional resonance and a sense of place.
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With a foundation in arts education and decades of professional practice, my approach is both intuitive and informed—balancing technical skill with conceptual depth. Each piece invites viewers to pause, reflect, and engage with the quiet power of the natural world. ~ Mwasaa D. Sherard

kids and Adult Art and Yoga Space
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**What to Expect During Your Session:**
We’re thrilled to have you! Our sessions aim to help you feel physically and mentally at ease through a warm, balanced approach to wellness and creativity. Here’s what to look forward to:
1. **Chair Yoga & Somatic Release:** We’ll begin with gentle chair yoga to release tension and prepare your body for focus.
2. **Mindful Art-Making:** Next, we’ll explore Mwasaa’s Mindful Drawing and Painting techniques, prioritizing the creative process to foster self-expression and calm.
3. **Integrated Wellness:** By blending breathwork with mark-making, you’ll learn to quiet your mind, leaving you refreshed and energized.
4. **Individualized Support:** Whether you’re in an adult group or a children’s session, we tailor our approach to meet you where you are, ensuring a supportive environment for you to leave feeling rejuvenated. We can’t wait to share this experience with you!
Mwasaa Sherard Credentials
- MA.Ed Curriculum and Instruction
- Certified Art Teacher (PK-12)
-MA.Ed Mindfulness, Social Emotional Learning, and Yoga
- 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) S.E.L. facilitator, and trauma-informed teaching
- 300-hour RYT in Yoga & Transformative Teaching and Leadership
​About​
​I work primarily in oil on canvas, with recent series focused on water themes. My art has been featured in regional and national exhibitions across the Southeast. Since 1981, I have explored various media, but I consistently choose oils as my primary medium. I excel in both plein air and studio work, particularly my compelling "Waterstories."
With over 26 years of experience in arts education, I have effectively served as a K–12 Visual Arts Instructor, Art Department Chair, Community Arts Program Coordinator, Museum Educator, Resident Teaching Artist, and Exhibition Juror.
My credentials include a B.A. in Black Studies (Creative Arts), an M.A.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction (Art Education certification), and an M.A.Ed. focused on Mindfulness, Social-Emotional Learning, and Yoga.
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Water Stories and other meditations
I paint water stories because they allow me to explore and express my connection to nature and its beauty. Water uniquely evokes emotions, reflects moods, and captures moments of joy and serenity. Through my paintings, I can capture the tranquility of a calm lake, the energy of crashing waves, or the stillness of a river at dawn.
Each water story is a reflection and an insight gained. The water's edge transforms my feelings into visual art, inviting viewers to connect with their own emotions and memories linked to water, and inspiring a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world, reminding us of serenity and strength within it.


Community Arts Engagements

**My Collaborations**
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DeKalb County's Keep DeKalb Beautiful & Berean Church youth ministry, Stone Mountain: 2017, 2018
Avondale Arts Alliance Center - Youth Art Exhibition: 2025 2026
Michael Carlos Museum Emory - Teacher Advisory Council: 2018 - 2022
Michael Carlos Museum Emory - National Leadership Board: 2023 - present
​I have led impactful community mural projects that emphasize collaboration, storytelling, and cultural expression. My portfolio showcases the artistic process from concept to execution.
Organizations & affiliations
​NLB Member, MCCM Emory University
NAEA, member, 2016 - present
GAEA member, 2017 - present
YOGA Alliance Member # 389187
Her Agenda participant 2026









