OUR MISSION Inspire, Create, Connect Inspiring Creativity | Creating Collective Joy | Connecting Communities with Care     " Art is not meant to be perfect; it is meant to be alive, engaging, and shared. At People Around Us Workshops, we activate the power of collective creativity to grow skills, discover creative voices, and build meaningful human connections. Through sustainable, hands-on art experiences, we come together to celebrate the beauty of our diverse communities, spark imagination, and create meaning together that lasts beyond the moment. " _Leila Ghasempor     LEILA GHASEMPOR   " As a social poet and community educator, I see my workshops as a form of living social practice / social sculpture, where creativity becomes a tool for connection, care, and collective imagination. " _Leila Ghasempor   Leila Ghasempor is an interdisciplinary artist, sustainable maker, and community educator dedicated to cultivating vibrant spaces where art is exper...

Bring These Workshops to Your Community Here is a preview of available hands-on workshops designed for libraries, schools, and community centers. To make hosting as seamless as possible, I provide a fully managed, stress-free experience for your organization: 👥 Capacity & Skill: Accommodates up to 40 participants. Designed for all levels—no prior art skill or background is needed. 🧵 All Materials Provided: All sustainable, upcycled, and high-quality materials are fully provided by the artist. 📢 Full Marketing Support: The artist will design custom promotional materials, including professional posters and video ads, to help you promote the event. 📸 Documentation & Sharing: The artist will capture beautiful photos and highlights during these session to share with your community and celebrate the participants' creative journey. To see these workshops in action and hear the moving journeys of our participants, please visit our WORKSHOPS HIGHLIGHTS or visit our   [ Yo...

REWARDING MOMENTS  Figure 1. Stanford Research Center, community workshop for their community, participants were from children above 4 years old to adults and seniors.   STANFORD RESEARCH CENTER I n one of my community workshops at the Stanford Research Center, a 74-year-old woman was passing by the space when she stopped after noticing a tulip flower created by a 4-year-old young artist. Inspired by the child’s work, she asked if she could also sit down and create a tulip of her own. She shared how meaningful it was to see creativity across generations and felt excited to participate herself .  💗🌸🙋‍♀️.   Figure 2. Hip Housing Community Centers, participants were seniors. HIP HOUSING “I cancelled my doctor’s appointment to be here today.” 🥹 Hearing that from one of my participants truly hit home. Sometimes, the best medicine isn’t found in a waiting room—it’s found in community, in friendship, inspiration, and the shared joy of creating together...