Welcome
A little bit about me.
I am curious about Belonging, Activism, Design, Ritual, Aging, Sustainability, Wellness, Social Justice, Magick, Breath, Art, Mindfulness, Plant Medicine, Rest, and Parenting.
I have a creative practice of creating Altars, particularly outside , but also inside, depending on the context. Wherever they are, ritual accompanies their creation.
I am Impulsive, skeptical, helpful, impatient, empathetic, athletic, finicky, creative, intuitive, selfish, privileged, generous, sharp, goofy, curious, introverted and funny,
I have many years of meditation practice and completed three year long trainings in different traditions, most recently Awake in the Wild deeping our connection to nature while practicing outside.
I am a movement, meditation, and yoga teacher, retreat leader, magazine founder, artist, cafe owner, meditation and fitness studio owner, high school teacher and home renovator/interior designer.
I am currently diving into coaching trainings to refine my offerings with clients. When not wandering out in the woods with my dog you will find me sitting here!
I have lived and travelled extensively throughout our glorious earth and love to share all that I have experienced and to plan more adventures!
I am a fourth-generation Canadian, the youngest of four. I have been married for 20+ years and have three sons and a rescue dog.
The Restorative Yoga Deck
I co-authored this deck that includes 26 concise drawings of the most popular Restorative Yoga Postures with variations to accommodate different bodies or availability of props. To find out more or to purchase a deck visit HERE.
Jamari Espresso House
My cafe was a hub of nutritious food, amazing people, live music, poetry nights, book clubs, holiday markets, and love. My nickname is Jamari, it rhythms with tamari.
Trainings
Degrees and Diplomas
- Bachelor of Fine Arts and Masters Degree in Fine Arts (Canada/US)
- Bachelor of Eduction and Teacher Certification (Canada)
- Masters in Fine Art (US)
- Masters Diploma in Museum Studies (US)
- Diploma in Interior Design (Australia)
- Witch School (Canada)
- Awake in the Wild Certified Instructor (Europe)
- Morning Altars graduate (US)
- Animal Flow Movement (US)
- MovNAt Level 1 (US)
- Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher 1000+ hours (Canada/Bali)
Additionally, numerous workshops on natural movement, meditation, yoga, health and wellness, design, and nature-based courses.