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Ep. 240 The Intentional Canvas: Finding Healing in Creative Expression w| Ali Hall
Happy Mindful Monday Everyone!
In this week's episode, our host Allie Brooke sits down with Ali Hall.Ali Hall is a Bay Area-based artist specializing in atmospheric landscape paintings with abstract realism. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where she studied painting and graphic design. Her creative journey deepened during a personal recovery period, when painting became a source of healing and reflection. What began as a therapeutic outlet evolved into a dynamic practice that explores the intersection of memory, nature, and emotional restoration. Ali works primarily in acrylic, blending fluid brushstrokes, seamless color transitions, and intuitive mark-making to capture both the energy and the calm of California’s coastline. Her painterly style is often described as what one might see when one squints and takes in a scene all at once, evoking a softened memory shaped by light, movement, and mood. Each piece carries an immersive quality, inviting viewers to pause and reconnect with their inner landscapes and the natural world.Her work has been featured in Clean Living Magazine, on KRON4TV’s Live in the Bay, and at national and international art fairs, including the Superfine Art Fair in San Francisco, the Reno Tahoe International Art Show, and with SAB Gallery in Los Angeles. She also leads creative wellness workshops, helping others access creativity as a tool for reflection and emotional release. Ali seeks to create visually striking and thought-provoking pieces that foster meaningful connections between herself, her audience, and the environment. Looking ahead, she's eager to explore new themes, experiment further, and expand her reach through exhibitions and collaborations.
In this episode, we discuss
- The Language of Coastal Landscapes: Exploring how abstract realism and nature-inspired art become a vessel for emotional storytelling, and why the coast serves as a powerful medium for deep reflection.
- The Healing Power of the Canvas: A deep dive into the intersection of creativity, healing, and purpose, and how engaging with art—whether as the creator or the observer—facilitates emotional release and restoration.
- Creativity as a Portal to Purpose: An exploration of the specific artistic experiences and pieces that bridge the gap between aesthetic beauty and internal transformation.
- Art as a Wellness Practice: How wellness-inspired art experiences provide a safe, somatic container for processing complex emotions and reconnecting with your inner truth.
- The Core of Authenticity in Art and Life: Why being true to your creative voice is a prerequisite for any healing journey, and how to shed "performance" in favor of raw, authentic expression.
- The "Everywoman" as Artist: Practical advice for those who don't consider themselves "artistic" to begin using creative expression as a tangible tool for personal well-being and soul-alignment.
How to Connect w| Ali
- Website
The Growth METHOD. FREE Membership
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1:1 GROWTH MINDSET COACHING PROGRAMS!
◦ Application Form
What are the coaching sessions like?
- • Tailored weekly discussion questions and activities to spark introspection and self-discovery.
- • Guided reflections to help you delve deeper into your thoughts and feelings.
- • Thoughtfully facilitated sessions to provide maximum support, accountability, and growth.
- • Please apply for a FREE discovery call with me!
• Allie’s Socials
- • Instagram:@thegrowthmindsetgal
- • TikTok: @growthmindsetgal
- • Email: [email protected]
Links from the episode
- • Growth Mindset Gang Instagram Broadcast Channel
- • Growth Mindset Gang Newsletter
- • Growth Mindset Gal Website
- • Better Help Link: Save 10%
- Substack
- Donate to GLOWI
- Gloci 10% off
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By Allie BrookeHappy Mindful Monday Everyone!
In this week's episode, our host Allie Brooke sits down with Ali Hall.Ali Hall is a Bay Area-based artist specializing in atmospheric landscape paintings with abstract realism. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where she studied painting and graphic design. Her creative journey deepened during a personal recovery period, when painting became a source of healing and reflection. What began as a therapeutic outlet evolved into a dynamic practice that explores the intersection of memory, nature, and emotional restoration. Ali works primarily in acrylic, blending fluid brushstrokes, seamless color transitions, and intuitive mark-making to capture both the energy and the calm of California’s coastline. Her painterly style is often described as what one might see when one squints and takes in a scene all at once, evoking a softened memory shaped by light, movement, and mood. Each piece carries an immersive quality, inviting viewers to pause and reconnect with their inner landscapes and the natural world.Her work has been featured in Clean Living Magazine, on KRON4TV’s Live in the Bay, and at national and international art fairs, including the Superfine Art Fair in San Francisco, the Reno Tahoe International Art Show, and with SAB Gallery in Los Angeles. She also leads creative wellness workshops, helping others access creativity as a tool for reflection and emotional release. Ali seeks to create visually striking and thought-provoking pieces that foster meaningful connections between herself, her audience, and the environment. Looking ahead, she's eager to explore new themes, experiment further, and expand her reach through exhibitions and collaborations.
In this episode, we discuss
- The Language of Coastal Landscapes: Exploring how abstract realism and nature-inspired art become a vessel for emotional storytelling, and why the coast serves as a powerful medium for deep reflection.
- The Healing Power of the Canvas: A deep dive into the intersection of creativity, healing, and purpose, and how engaging with art—whether as the creator or the observer—facilitates emotional release and restoration.
- Creativity as a Portal to Purpose: An exploration of the specific artistic experiences and pieces that bridge the gap between aesthetic beauty and internal transformation.
- Art as a Wellness Practice: How wellness-inspired art experiences provide a safe, somatic container for processing complex emotions and reconnecting with your inner truth.
- The Core of Authenticity in Art and Life: Why being true to your creative voice is a prerequisite for any healing journey, and how to shed "performance" in favor of raw, authentic expression.
- The "Everywoman" as Artist: Practical advice for those who don't consider themselves "artistic" to begin using creative expression as a tangible tool for personal well-being and soul-alignment.
How to Connect w| Ali
- Website
The Growth METHOD. FREE Membership
◦ Join Here!
1:1 GROWTH MINDSET COACHING PROGRAMS!
◦ Application Form
What are the coaching sessions like?
- • Tailored weekly discussion questions and activities to spark introspection and self-discovery.
- • Guided reflections to help you delve deeper into your thoughts and feelings.
- • Thoughtfully facilitated sessions to provide maximum support, accountability, and growth.
- • Please apply for a FREE discovery call with me!
• Allie’s Socials
- • Instagram:@thegrowthmindsetgal
- • TikTok: @growthmindsetgal
- • Email: [email protected]
Links from the episode
- • Growth Mindset Gang Instagram Broadcast Channel
- • Growth Mindset Gang Newsletter
- • Growth Mindset Gal Website
- • Better Help Link: Save 10%
- Substack
- Donate to GLOWI
- Gloci 10% off
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.