About Colleen

For me, creativity has always been about more than making something beautiful — it’s about slowing down, connecting, experimenting, and finding a little joy in the process.

What began with painting mandalas has grown into Dots of Love Canada, a creative community built around art, teaching, and connection. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of teaching hundreds of artists through online courses and in-person workshops, creating welcoming spaces where beginners and experienced makers alike can try something new and discover what they’re capable of.

That love of creating together has also grown into More Than Mandalas, an immersive annual retreat that brings artists together from across Canada and beyond for several days of creativity, connection, and inspiration.

And then there’s the Collective — my curated shop of the tools, supplies, and soulful little things I genuinely love, from mandala painting essentials to journals, jewelry, and creative finds designed to spark inspiration.

Whether you’re joining me around a workshop table, travelling with us for a retreat, learning from home, or simply browsing the shop, I hope this space gives you permission to create, connect, and make something that feels like you. 💜

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