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... children’s paintings drying outside  the Art Zone Children’s Studio. After meeting the owner, Laura Krug, it was clear we shared a philosophy about art and kids and I joined the team as a founding teacher.

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That charmed encounter led to over five years of illuminating work with children and with incredibly compassionate and creative colleagues. It also ... empathy-based nonviolent communication (NVC) which inspired me to complete my NVC training through the ECHO Center in Echo Park, which completely changed my life and the way I relate to children and humans in general. 

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... as we take our show on the road, bringing art classes and events to life!

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Small backyard birthday parties, celebration of life for a beloved 102 year old grandmother, corporate celebrations for Nickelodeon and Disney TV Animation...