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The Beauty of Resilience

The Beauty of Resilience

“We offer a world obsessed with velocity the gift of slow seeing and slow thinking, perhaps the most sublime gift one human being can offer another. We are dreamers. Our MORE »

Don’t let anything stop you from making art

Don’t let anything stop you from making art

Hi, I’m Cassandra—the joyful artist. I hope you enjoy this video where you’ll see me having a playdate. I’m celebrating the arrival of two new blank canvases and dancing with MORE »

The Sobriety Experiment

The Sobriety Experiment

Two Weeks to a Healthier, Happier, Younger, Slimmer You: How Moderating Your Drinking Can Change Your Life Tired of Hangovers? Kick the Drink and Enjoy Happier Hours Easily. Try the MORE »

Must see new art works

Must see new art works

One of the many joys of having my own studio and gallery is being able to meet the new collectors of my work. I’ve just got back from hand delivering MORE »

The Power of Art: Letting in the light of healing

The Power of Art: Letting in the light of healing

“I love it. I love the shimmer. I love the shine. I love everything about it.” What a gorgeous reaction from my new collector who called in for a private MORE »

The Power of Art: Embracing the Art of Being

The Power of Art: Embracing the Art of Being

Feeling Special, Acrylic, on canvas, 50.8 x 60.96 CM SHOP NOW>> In a world filled with constant busyness and never-ending to-do lists, it’s easy to forget the importance of simply MORE »

Can visual art offer solace, hope and reassurance?

Can visual art offer solace, hope and reassurance?

Art has been used for thousands of years as a means of expression and communication. But did you know that art can also have a profound impact on our mental, MORE »

How art can help our homes become sanctuaries

How art can help our homes become sanctuaries

As the winter chill settles in and the days grow shorter, our homes become sanctuaries from the cold. It’s the perfect time to embrace the transformative power of art and MORE »

Dry July. Go alcohol free

Dry July. Go alcohol free

  Dry July Discover The Joy of Sobriety. Kick the drink habit easily. Did I tell you I’m doing Dry July? “Have you ever gone a month totally alcohol free?” MORE »

🎶🌸 Embracing the Healing Power of Music, Art, and Beauty 🎨✨

🎶🌸 Embracing the Healing Power of Music, Art, and Beauty 🎨✨

Life is an ever-evolving journey, full of twists and turns, and sometimes, we encounter moments of seriousness that can disrupt our peace. But fear not, dear friends, for I have MORE »

New Fun, Fab & Fearless Women’s Art Retreats

New Fun, Fab & Fearless Women’s Art Retreats

My recent women’s art retreat in The Bay of Islands was so much fun that I decided to add another one In June 2023 Retirement is a time for rediscovering MORE »

NEW RELEASE: Dancing in Fields of Flowers

NEW RELEASE: Dancing in Fields of Flowers

I’m dancing with happiness! My 11th book in the Transformational Superkids series is available now. Exclusive to Amazon. Here’s the blurb: Cassie dreams of being an artist but is discouraged MORE »

How to commission a painting you’ll love

How to commission a painting you’ll love

Wow! Absolutely beautiful! “We absolutely love the paintings. Just so exciting to be part of the process. So great to work with you with lots of fun discussions too. Would MORE »

Heal yourself with writing, painting, creating

Heal yourself with writing, painting, creating

You don’t always have to make a living with your art, you can, however, heal yourself with writing, painting, and creating. “My most successful songs are about sadness and depression,” MORE »

When I’m wounded here’s what I do…

When I’m wounded here’s what I do…

“Nothing brings me more happiness than trying to help the most vulnerable people in society. It is a goal and an essential part of my life—a kind of destiny.” ~ MORE »

Lovin’ Pink!

Lovin’ Pink!

Happy vibes in my portal yesterday working on my very special commission piece, Lovin’ Pink – inspired by the songstress and my wild opium poppies that bloom in my garden. MORE »

How to Create A New Life Story

How to Create A New Life Story

A girl should be two things: who and what she wants. ~ Coco Chanel No one will ever know the real Coco Chanel, because she designed it that way. She MORE »

A Happy Heart: How Trauma Can Inspire Beauty

A Happy Heart: How Trauma Can Inspire Beauty

“The real joy is being in the rhythm of nature”  Pam Gregory In this video, I share the inspiration behind my latest oil on canvas which is called “a happy MORE »

The Art of Success: Be Inspired by Leonardo da Vinci

The Art of Success: Be Inspired by Leonardo da Vinci

Dear Readers, One of the many cool things about living in NZ is seeing the new day first. While Italy and other parts of the world won’t celebrate Leonardo’s birthday MORE »

Rediscovering the joy of painting with oils

Rediscovering the joy of painting with oils

“The real joy is being in the rhythm of nature”  Pam Gregory “I use oil paints for the sake of their gratitude. The oils are noble, offer great work possibilities, MORE »

Take me home with you!

Take me home with you!

Pictured: The Flower Girl NEW EXHIBITION: DANCING THROUGH FIELDS OF FLOWERSOpens Sunday 02 April at 10am to 3pmhttps://www.thejoyfulartist.co.nz/exhibitions/ TAKE ME HOME WITH YOU! ‘Put your feelings in there. Don’t just MORE »

Dancing in Fields of Flowers Bay of Islands Art Exhibition

Dancing in Fields of Flowers Bay of Islands Art Exhibition

DANCING THROUGH FIELDS OF FLOWERS ART EXHIBITION Another spell of stunning autumn weather is forecast…I hope to see you here to enjoy soul-enriching art and beautiful flowers:) More details below… MORE »

Protected: Play Dates Online Art Course

Protected: Play Dates Online Art Course

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 Stop stopping yourself

 Stop stopping yourself

Stop stopping yourself—be fab, fun and fearless instead! In How to Find Your Passion and Purpose I share that one of the best ways to overcome fear is to find MORE »

How to feel happy

How to feel happy

New Work “In painting a flower, aim for its strength. Strength in delicacy.” —Robert Henri, The Art Spirit Flower GirlAcrylic on Canvas1145mm x 1905mm2023 Did you know that simply looking at a MORE »

What children can teach you

What children can teach you

Children are the best fans ever!!! My new 5-year-old collector returned to the gallery today to show me her drawings. She drew me some beautiful flowers and, inspired by my MORE »

How to have the courage to create

How to have the courage to create

“I have never done something like this before but always thought I would like to!! Something that has been on my mind for so long and now, with your encouragement, MORE »

New release: <strong>Landscapes of My Mind: Colour, Light & Beauty</strong>

New release: Landscapes of My Mind: Colour, Light & Beauty

Landscapes of My Mind: Colour, Light & Beauty Paint landscapes with feeling, passion and purpose! I’m feeling super excited with the new release (under the Pisces new moon of my MORE »

Max Gimblett, Cassandra Gaisford and inspiration

Max Gimblett, Cassandra Gaisford and inspiration

There’s nothing more inspiring than being with like-minded people and studying with the greats. I entered an art award once, just for the fun, and won! When they told me MORE »

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The Joyful Artist

ABOUT CASSANDRA
I am an artist, storyteller, intuitive guide, mentor and Reiki master. All my creations are infused with positive energy , inspiration, and light. I believe in magic and the power of beauty, joy, love, purpose, and creativity to transform your life. My greatest joy is helping your realize your dreams. That makes my soul sing!

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