When I was young I used to create art to escape from my reality. A difficult reality filled with anger, volatility and unpredictable situations. I was always so afraid and anxious about what was in store for me when I got home or woke up. Art, writing and music helped me feel free and even joyful. I felt that I could breathe and move and most importantly express myself using these tools.
Read MoreI have been grappling with what identity means to me and the many hats that make me ME! Labels get the best of us and I am no exception. It's almost like in order for me to be seen and heard, I must identify myself first. Hi, my name is Joan Jothi Saldanha and I am a South Asian Canadian woman, wife, mother, artist, entrepreneur. BUT WAIT! I am soooo much more than that! Why do I feel this deep need to fit in?!
Read MoreToday I share some of what I have been doing, what's ahead, but most importantly, this very moment in time!
I have been working very hard to align my artist/photography practice, facilitation/education, community building, womanhood, motherhood, partnerships, friendships, sisterhoods, spirituality, healing and evolution. Not an easy task!
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