I spent over 30 years climbing the corporate ladder—leading teams, building businesses, and achieving results. I had the title. The impact. The to-do lists. But somewhere along the way, I lost touch with myself.
I was constantly “on,” always thinking, pushing, producing. I felt exhausted… and numb. Until one day, I stumbled upon a video of someone pouring paint. No brushes. No rules. Just color and flow. Something clicked.
That night, I grabbed some cheap paints and gave it a try. It was messy. Imperfect. Beautiful. And for the first time in years—I felt free.
I’ve Always Loved Art—but Felt the Pressure
Long before discovering fluid art, I was drawn to creativity. I’ve painted with watercolors, oils, acrylics, and pastels—and while I loved it, I always felt the pressure to get things “right.”
Trees had to look like trees. Faces needed to be proportional. Buildings? Perspective had to be perfect.
That pressure drained the joy from creating.
But with fluid art, everything changed. There are no rules. No mistakes. No need to control the outcome.
You just pour, tilt, swirl—and breathe.
I don’t feel the time passing when I paint. I forget about everything else. It’s deeply relaxing, and the satisfaction I feel afterward is unlike anything else.
This practice became my sanctuary—a place to decompress, let go, and reconnect with my inner calm.
Art That Heals
I fell in love with fluid art because it gave me what meditation, therapy, and productivity hacks couldn’t:
A simple, joyful way to reset my mind and reconnect with my heart.
It reminded me I didn’t have to be perfect. I just had to be present.
Now, through my programs, I help high-achievers, professionals, and entrepreneurs—people like you—pause the pressure and rediscover the joy of creating. Whether you’re burnt out, creatively blocked, or just craving something more, fluid art can help you breathe again.
What I Teach (and Why It Matters)
At Ali-Art, you’ll find more than paint techniques—you’ll find permission to play. My signature method combines:
Because you don’t need to be an artist to benefit from making art.
You just need a moment. Some color. And a willingness to try.
A Few Fun Facts About Me :)
I live in
San Antonio, TX.
I hold an MBA and studied at Harvard, ITAM & IPADE.
I’m an executive at a wonderful company, business consultant, speaker, and member of several leadership organizations.
I love photography, watercolor, and playing with color in every form.
My happy place? A quiet hour in my studio with music, movement, and paint. My other happy place, the beach.
Let’s Create Together
You’re not here by accident.
If something inside you is whispering “I miss feeling inspired”
—you’re in the right place.
Start with my free guide "Focus Starts With Flow"
to experience the magic for yourself.
Join my
"More Than Painting Club"
and make creativity a weekly ritual of self-care and self-expression.
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