About Bella

As the founder of Artful Banyan Tree, I'm a passionate advocate for the power of art, nature, and aesthetics to promote well-being and human flourishing.

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Art has always been a very important part of my life. As a child, I would spend hours lost in my own creative world, painting, drawing, dancing and singing. I loved the way art allowed me to freely express myself and to connect with my body and inner experiences.

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When I was in university, I studied both psychology and business psychology, and at the same time I did my facilitation training in expressive arts. This multidisciplinary learning experience enabled me to see the interconnections between art, wellness, personal and organisational development. In addition to my educational background, I've been practicing yoga and mindfulness daily over the last 18 years, this has helped me better understand the mind-body connection and the importance of having a holistic approach in the process of well-being promotion. Under the influence of my mum, who is also a performing artist and an excellent yoga coach, I always love helping people to connect with their bodies and minds through movement, breath, and meditation.

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My curiosity and exploratory spirit have taken me across continents - China, UK, Germany, Sweden., etc. This global adventure has been enriched by the diverse colours and textures of cultures, and also equipped me with a global mindset and the ability to create an open and inclusive space that inspires learning and development.

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In my work with individuals and groups, I always incorporate an interdisciplinary approach, combining scientific theories with creative practices in order to make the learning experience more fun, interactive, and engaging. I have applied arts-based methodologies in various projects to foster learning & development, cross-cultural collaboration, resilience building, as well as health and well-being promotion at the workplace. I have facilitated a number of leadership development programs for clients in various industries, including technology, automobile, marine industry, industrial manufacturing, engineering, financial services, and legal services.

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In the summer of 2023, I decided to follow my creative aspirations and founded Artful Banyan Tree. I wanted to create a space where people could come together to unleash their creative potential through artistic expression; restore equilibrium by connecting with nature; and enhance overall wellness by incorporating aesthetics into daily life. 

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I believe these three elements (art, nature, aesthetics) can help us reconnect with our inner selves and inspire us to be more creative, more compassionate, and more engaged in the world around us.  I'm excited to continue my work at Artful Banyan Tree and to empower people through artful creations!