Ignite Your Creativity
Whether you’re discovering your creative spark for the first time or looking to reconnect with it, Art Speaks Wonders offers offers guidance and support with a focus on fulfillment at a pace that works with your schedule in mind.
Find Flow, Fun, Freedom
Art Speaks Wonders is a space for exploration, experimentation, and expression. Our offerings are designed to provide guidance and support to reconnect you with your creativity in an easy, accessible and playful way.
Break Through Blocks
Not creating can lead to pent-up ideas, causing frustration and even creative blocks that make it harder to start again. Tools and resources from Art Speaks Wonders will re-ignite your creative spark and get you back in flow in no time.
Meet Your Creative Guide
“Hi, I’m Lisa Hartjen
I founded Art Speaks Wonders to help people at every stage unlock their creativity – whether you’re just starting out or reconnecting with the passion that once fueled you. I know firsthand the power of self-expression and how frustrating it can feel to be stuck or uncertain about where to begin. That’s why I created these packages and resources to meet you where you are, with a sense of fun, support, and wonder.“
Lisa Hartjen
Creativity Guide
I’ve always believed that creativity isn’t just about making art—it’s about discovering new ways to express yourself, connect with your inner world, and bring more joy into your everyday life.
My own creative path has taken me through many different worlds—from photography and motion picture lighting to art education, content creation, and marketing. I hold an MAAE from the Maryland Institute College of Art and a BFA in Photography from the Rhode Island School of Design, but more importantly, I’ve spent years helping people tap into their creative potential in a way that feels natural, fulfilling, and fun.
As an educator, I’ve guided students of all ages through open-ended, exploratory learning, always encouraging self-expression and play. I’ve also worked behind the scenes in creative storytelling, content strategy, and video production, most recently as part of the Creative Services Team at the Himalayan Institute. Through it all, one thing has remained constant: my passion for helping others awaken their creativity. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or returning to art after years away, I believe that everyone has a creative voice waiting to be heard—and I’m here to help you feel empowered to express it with confidence and joy.
I also weave mindfulness into my approach, drawing from my training in Vishoka Meditation, Yoga, and Ayurveda to help you create from a place of balance and inner connection.
I’m here to help you reignite your creativity, trust your unique voice, and enjoy the process—no perfection required. Let’s make something beautiful together!