about lightly

Hi, I'm Bryana. Lightly is my creative studio, a home for art, writing, workshops, and creative exploration.

I paint intuitively, following color, texture, and feeling allowing the piece to eventually reveal itself. I also write poetry and essays inspired by what I'm learning, questioning, and experiencing along the way.

I believe creativity has the power to change our lives. It did for me. Painting and writing started as ways to express what I couldn't always put into words, but over time became something much bigger. They helped me slow down, reconnect with myself, question the life I was living, and find the courage to create one that felt more honest, aligned and alive. What began as a creative outlet eventually changed the way I moved through the world, opening me up to new experiences, perspectives, and possibilities.

I love exploring the intersection of art, mindfulness, movement, and inquiry, and sharing these practices with others. I'm especially passionate about making space for people to connect with their own creativity, and collaborating with organizations that bring art and creative expression to underserved communities.

Alongside my artistic practice, I bring over a decade of experience in tech, where I led creative production, built teams, and collaborated with some of the world's leading brands to bring ambitious ideas to life.

I'm also the author of Lightly, a collection of poetry and artwork created over a decade. My studies in yoga, meditation, embodiment, and self-inquiry continue to shape my work and the experiences I hope to share with others.

At its heart, Lightly is about staying curious, creating freely, and discovering what becomes possible when we give ourselves permission to do both.