“After accepting Meris' invitation to attend an introductory class in "process painting", I realized I was tremendously excited to have an opportunity to paint. A deep longing to paint has nagged at me for years, but my self-judgement, fear of failure, and lack of experience with materials has held me back. In her class, Meris creates a safe and supportive space where she offers gentle guidance and encouragement, and gives permission to open and explore a pathway from inner experience to outer expression. Within this context, and with the range of materials provided, I found myself painting with enthusiasm and freedom from judgement, a state of being I would love to foster in all areas of my life. Thank you, Meris, for sharing your experience and skillful facilitation with others; I look forward to more.”
- Joan Goldwater

“Meris is able to bring out the writer in people! She is loving and calm.”
- Patty B.

“I was curious about process painting with Meris, not knowing what it really was I was getting into. Trepidation was there too. I’m a mover, not a painter, was my story. Meris’ passion and joy in this healing modality buoyed us through our entry into the process and each pass she made as paint arrived in seemingly meaningless constellations on paper opened deepening entries to subterranean parts of my being. Her gentle and supportive inquiries, and her curious and accepting presence, gave me a depth of access to what is in the parts of my being that do not communicate in language. This work is stealthily powerful and deeply supportive. Thank you Meris for your creative midwifery!”
- Beth Austin, P.T.

“Meris is a wonderful teacher! She is full of so much wisdom, and her charisma and passion about the knowledge and techniques she holds, makes it so easy to absorb all that she has to offer. The range and depth of everything that I have gained through attending her workshops is astonishing. I am so very grateful to have worked with her and I highly recommend taking her workshops!”
- Kenzie A.

“Improv dancing our way through words! Meris ignites our wordsmithing selves with delicious poetry reading then opens the door wide for us to follow the poets right on in. Into our own heart and our own words. Her playful invitation draws us secretly into all the things we didn’t even know we were thinking about, then... MAGIC! She has us leave with a poem in our hands that we wrote out of our very own heart!”
- Sage A.

“Her love of words, her deep calm and connection make Meris a wonderful presence as a leader. Meris brings with her a toolbox full of wisdom and insight to share with you. And you will always leave her knowing that something important, even profound, has occurred. Her intuitive art facilitation is generous and she creates a safe container in which one can dive deep into what is hidden but so important.”
- Shima M.

“Meris’ wit and joviality are infectious. Her playful and intelligent manner betray a rich, soulful leader that is very adept at guiding you through your own inner landscapes on a journey of self discovery.”
- Tim L.

“Poetry in motion. The way Meris dances with words was exactly the rhythmic beat my soul needed and my creativity longed for. Soul sisters, lyrical masters, she leaves my heart feeling complete and my mind at ease.”
- Tovah S.

“Meris’ fierce wisdom permeates through any space she enters. As a teacher, Meris is firm yet playful. She teaches with an inspiring blend of fun flickering flames, yet holds the ground with a deep, ever-burning coal of truth, trust and safety. Working with Meris has opened my timid voice towards poetry- she is the only person to have easefully coaxed a poem out of me (that I liked) in under 30 minutes! Meris’ deep practice shows through in her embodied wisdom. She encourages me to trust my inner knowing. Her reverent irreverence as a leader is oh so inviting. Work with Meris if you want to take the fun road to the depths of your soul.”
- Kelsey

“Meris’ light shines brightly when she is sharing her love of poetry. I feel supported to explore writing a poem without fear of failure. I appreciate being given permission to just write like I paint, allowing my intuition to guide me while creating a poem (giving my mind a rest). “Be needy, greedy, and proud of it!” I loved Meris’ teaching ability and creative writing and poetry. She opened my heart and mind with loving compassion and an open loving heart. With love and gratitude,”
- Joanna C.

“What a beautiful soul. Meris can take me on a journey with words where I can meet my soul and connect. She creates a sacred safe container where words blossom into a garden of richness and love. Ahhhh….”
- Karen R.P.

“Meris is a poetic heart whisperer who allows her muse to gently and yet also courageously nudge you to a place of deeper knowing. This word goddess is an elder and wisdom keeper of the divine. Through her poetic prayer offerings she gives space for you to open up and then supports you in acknowledging and solidifying your own inner wisdom. Her calming yet assured strength gives you permission to connect to your sacredness and creatively express it in a way that respects your will and intuition. If you are seeking a teacher, a healer, a friend, then look no further. Meris is this and so much more. Her words lovingly burn through the armoured exterior of life and she gives you permission to feel your thoughts and then create from that place. Her heart is always open to your heart.”
- Beth R.