Art-based wellness experiences.
Elevate with hands-on creative experiences designed to inspire well-being, reduce stress, and strengthen teams.
Our approach.
At Elevate Art & Connection, we believe creativity is more than self-expression - it’s a powerful tool for well-being, connection, and team engagement. We bring approachable art-based wellness experiences for workplaces, cultural organizations, healthcare settings, community groups and individuals through thoughtfully designed workshops, collaborative projects, and custom programming.
You don’t need to be an “artist” to benefit from making art!
What We Offer.
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Guided Art Workshops
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Take-A-Break "Desk-Friendly" Art Supply Kits
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Collaborative Art Experience for your Team
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One-on-one Art Wellness Session
Behind Elevate.
Led by Nicole Manni — a seasoned educator with a deep background in accessibility and community engagement — Elevate Art & Connection specializes in creating inclusive, low-pressure environments where individuals of all abilities, backgrounds, and experience levels can confidently explore creativity and connection through art.
Elevate Client
“I loved it, Nicole was super patient, super engaging, and most importantly fun. It was certainly calming, but also a great way for us to interact without thinking or chatting about work. Great way to get to know someone new or just socialize without thinking about work!”
Elevate Client
“Taking just a short session completely shifted my attitude. I had been nervous about painting again and this experience changed that. The art-making gave me permission to pause, focus, and reset—it was relaxing and brought back my confidence. Nicole came to me, which made it easier and I walked away feeling more relaxed, recharged, and ultimately more sure of myself with the work that followed. That break was exactly what I know I needed to get back to being creative."
“Nicole came and guided me through her art experience. By my next Zoom at 11 a.m., the shift was undeniable. I felt free, creative with my ideas, and more fluid in conversation. It just felt right. By noon, I was energized and present at lunch with a client, reflecting on how different I felt compared to just a few hours earlier. Taking that intentional break to pause, make art, and reset lifted my mood and made the rest of my day easily flow. Nicole made it simple and accessible, and it truly makes a difference. She makes a positive mental impact and I highly recommend Elevate Art & Connection.”
Elevate Client