Mindfulness-based art experiences that guide you inward, unlock emotional expression, and reconnect you with your inner self, no experience required. Our unique sessions, onsite workshops, corporate offering and online cohorts combine the creative process with mindfulness practices, offering a tranquil space for self-expression and personal exploration. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a wellness seeker, or simply curious, our workshops are designed to help you connect with your inner self and the world around you.
Fluid Art and Wellness provides a nurturing environment for individuals of all backgrounds. Aida‘s approach integrates her extensive knowledge in psychology, art therapy, and mindfuness, ensuring a supportive space for all participants.
Join us to embark on a creative journey that promotes insight, and community connection.
Why We Do What We Do?
At Fluid Art and Wellness, we are devoted to the transformative power of art. Our mission is to provide a sanctuary where individuals can explore their emotions and experiences through creative expression. We blend mindfulness, art, and holistic practices to guide you on a journey of self-discovery and connection, igniting your inner creativity and fostering a sense of fulfillment.
What We Aspire To
Our dream is to cultivate a vibrant global community where art serves as a universal language for wellness and self-expression. We envision a world where everyone has access to the healing power of creativity, fostering resilience, empathy, and deeper self-awareness. At Fluid Art and Wellness, we are committed to making this dream a reality, nurturing each individual’s creative spirit and enhancing their well-being through the joy of art.
Olá! I’m Aida
I’m clinical psychologist trained in art therapy and the founder of Fluid Art & Wellness, a creative space based in Lisbon, Portugal, where I bring together my passion for art, expression, and meaningful connection. My approach is eclectic, drawing from a wide range of disciplines to offer enriching, experiential sessions that invite you to slow down, explore, and create with intention.
Get to know more about Aida
With both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Psychology, my background bridges academic training and hands-on practice and a postgraduate in Art therapy. I’m certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mhGAP: Psychological Primary Care, and Feng Shui-based face reading. My training in Art Therapy and Community Art was completed at Metàfora in Spain, where I studied under a psychodynamic, relational approach. This foundation continues to shape the way I hold space for creative exploration. Over the years, I’ve facilitated art-based experiences in many different contexts, including hospitals, international expat circles, LGBTQIA+ communities, and outdoor mindful art sessions in nature.
Fluent in English, Arabic, and French, I create inclusive, welcoming spaces for people from all backgrounds. Whether you’re based in Lisbon or just visiting, I’d love to invite you to join me in a creative experience that’s fluid, freeing, and uniquely yours.
I love working with a range of materials like acrylics, watercolors, clay, collage, and mixed media, adapting each session to meet the moment and the people in the room.
Before stepping fully into this path, I spent over 13 years in the corporate world, which now informs my creative group mentoring and team-focused sessions. I enjoy blending my organizational experience with my creative practice to offer workshops that feel both grounded and expansive.
What to expect in a session
Every workshop is carefully crafted to take you from overthinking to open creation gently, and at your own pace.
- Arrive & Ground: We begin with a guided mindfulness or visualisation practice to slow down and arrive fully in the present moment.
- Create Freely: With gentle prompts and full creative freedom, you explore colour, texture, and form. Letting your intuition lead without judgment.
- Reflect & Integrate: Aida guides a contemplative exercise to help you find meaning in your work and integrate the insights that arise.
- Share & Connect: Optional sharing creates a powerful sense of community; many participants describe the group dynamic as the most healing part.
Upcoming Workshops
At Fluid Art & Wellness, I regularly host upcoming art workshops in Lisbon, onsite and online, that blend the creative process, group dynamics, and a touch of mindful creativity. These sessions are open to locals, travelers, and expats looking for a meaningful, hands-on experience in the heart of Portugal.
Creative Collaborations in Lisbon
I also collaborate with local wellness centers and community spaces across Lisbon to bring unique art events to new neighborhoods. From curated pop-ups to outdoor sessions, each collaboration brings something new to the canvas.
Customized Group Workshops
Looking for something more personal or private? I offer customized group workshops for:
- Corporate teams and creative professionals
- Retreats and wellness events in Portugal
- Special celebrations and expat meetups
- Art-in-nature experiences for small groups
- The Mindful Creative Circle
Whether you’re visiting Lisbon for a few days or based here long-term, my workshops are designed to be immersive, reflective, and easy to join with no art experience needed.
Check for upcoming workshop dates or reach out to co-create a workshop that fits your vision!
What Participants Say…
Words that move us
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“It was a beautiful workshop, very insightful and eye opening on how feelings are drawn and overflown without overthinking it… Aida is a very special host and I would love to join more workshops. The space was beautiful, and the other attendees were lovely and made it feel like a very comfortable space to talk about difficult topics and feelings.” – Corporate Workshop Participant · Lisbon
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“ It was interesting to observe my drawings. The meditation and the visualization helped me a lot to ground myself and to enter the state of stillness. I let myself go with the flow and not to think a lot about the outcome. The mood in the room (the dimlights and the decoration) were perfect for the theme of the workshop. Aida’s guidance and feedback were so helpful and I liked that she advised us to do a contemplation exercise to help us integrate our work.” Workshop Participant · Porto
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“I found the drawing exercise particularly therapeutic, as it helped me express emotions through colors and shapes. The environment was supportive and I left feeling lighter and more self-aware, recognizing the healing power of art.” Workshop Participant · Beirut
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“Aida is openminded, the space she created feels grounding and welcoming. The structure is well considered. And it was very inspiring to work with her creatively and mindfully. The session brought a fresh experience and profound insight which I believe I’ll benefit a lot in the long haul. I’m very grateful.” Women Creative Circle Participant · Online
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“The most meaningful part of the workshop was being given a jumping off place with our bilateral drawings but then given the freedom to do whatever felt right with that to work independently.“ Workshop Participant · Online
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“I am amazed by the experience! All was perfect, from the time range to the amount of people. It felt so great!” Queer Collage Workshop Participant · Lisbon
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“I felt the time pass by so quickly, I liked the instructions in the beginning then the total freedom of doing what we wanted. Aida held the space with love and attention. Definitely would do it again.” Workshop Participant · Lisbon
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“Great opportunity to slow down for a moment, listen to yourself, get some valuable insights and meet some amazing people.” Workshop Participant · Porto
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“Really glad I attended. The session was really well facilitated and fun, Aida was lovely and professional, it was a very respectful and important space, and the sharing of our pieces and experiences felt incredibly impactful and bonding.” Workshop Participant · Lisbon