
<p>Johnnie-Lynn Fioramonti, 56, runs a painting studio that welcomes everyone. She loves helping others and believes creating art is a powerful way for people to connect with their true selves. Her vibrant, colorful Painting Cafe radiates creativity like a warm hug, inviting all to explore their artistic spirit.</p>


One of the entrances to the Painting Cafe leads into the art-filled space.

MaryAnne Golon

Shweta Gulati

Johnnie-Lynn Fioramonti, 56, works on adding detail to Laurie Lewis' piggy bank. Laurie, 63, and her friend come in once a month for the past four years. Laurie always asks Johnnie to tweak and detail her artwork.

One of the many tables full of art supplies at the Painting Cafe. Johnnie talks about how art does not need to be neat; it is not about perfection.

Johnnie writes a Paint and Sip Party for kids onto her October calendar. For the Kids Paint and Sip Parties, she likes to set up a hot chocolate-making table.

Johnnie prepares five canvases with a black cat in a witch’s hat stencil for her Paint and Sip class. She uses black carbon paper to transfer the design onto each one, ensuring all the canvases have the same image.

The entrance leads to this hallway, full of artwork by Johnnie, before you head into the actual art studio. Every painting comes with a memory of the people she did the paintings with.

During the Paint and Sip class, all the women focus on carefully painting the edges of their canvases, filling their artwork with paint while enjoying drinks and conversation.

Johnnie demonstrates how to paint the hat section, carefully guiding the brush across the canvas with smooth, even strokes. She explains each step, making sure the technique is clear for the class to follow.

During the Paint and Sip class, these two women share a laugh as they compare their paintings, amused by how each one turned out uniquely different despite following the same design, making the experience, even more, fun and memorable.

The women proudly show off their finished paintings, smiling as Johnnie snaps pictures to capture the moment. Each painting reflects their style, creating a fun and colorful end to the Paint and Sip class.

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SPIRITUAL HEALING THROUGH PAINTING

Produced by

Kailyn Peng

Coached by

MaryAnne Golon

Shweta Gulati