Hilaza: Finding the Thread Running Through My Art
When I moved into my first studio outside of my home, I started unpacking years of work and found flowers everywhere. I had never stopped to notice I was actively working on a theme. This is the story of Hilaza.
How I Became an FDN‑P Holistic Health Practitioner: My Healing Journey
Discover how I became an FDN‑P Certified Holistic Health Practitioner —my journey, training insights, and tips for holistic practitioners.
Meet Leslie M. Guzmán: The Artist’s Story Behind the Art
Explore the who, what, where, why & how of Leslie M. Guzman’s art—her inspirations, process, and cultural roots as a Guatemalan interdisciplinary artist.”
Organize Your Creative Workspace: Make It Beautiful & Productive
Learn how to organize your creative workspace to boost productivity, spark inspiration, and make the space feel as good as it looks.
From Guatemala to Gallery, Las Casas de Antigua
Discover how a trip to Antigua, Guatemala inspired a new collage series by artist Leslie M. Guzman. Explore the colors, textures, and ancestral stories hidden in the city's iconic houses—translated through layered, mixed media art.
The Story of the Vibrant Woman: When Art Emerges from Grief and Insomnia
“The Vibrant Woman” is a mixed-media collage rooted in culture, personal trauma, and ancestral storytelling. In this post, Guatemalan-American artist Leslie M. Guzman shares how vibrant color, texture, and symbolism helped her transform pain into power—and art into healing.
Heart Love: 5 Powerful Steps to Improve Your Health
Discover 5 heart-centered, holistic steps to live healthier and feel better—body, mind, and soul—from a Functional Health Coach’s view.
A Creative Mom's Bucket List: Nurturing Little Artists in Big Cities
This summer, I built a creative bucket list to raise my little artist in the big city—where art, culture, and motherhood collide in everyday adventures.
Creative Mother: How Motherhood Fuels My Art—Even in Chaos
Discover how one artist-mom blends creativity and parenting in a shared studio, turning daily chaos into playful learning moments.