Juana Bernardo began painting in 2020 and has since embraced art as a form of meditation, finding it calming and deeply therapeutic. She values the ability to see beauty in the world, especially when navigating the unexpected challenges life presents. Through her artistic journey, Juana has also built strong friendships and found ways to cope with loss.

She is drawn to the translucent and luminous qualities of watercolour, while also enjoying the spontaneity and unpredictability of working with mixed media. In addition to creating visual art, Juana writes poetry. She finds words to be another valuable way of making sense of the world and expressing emotion.

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I created this artwork to honour my resilience - the ability to come back stronger when life throws its curveballs. It serves as a personal reminder to return to positivity, even in the face of challenges.