Paint Wine Glasses & Sip (FREE MARGARITA!) at Monterrey Mexican Restaurant

Monterrey Mexican Restaurant

170 Riverside Avenue, 06010, Bristol, CT, United States

Amanda Mendoza Art

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Amanda Mendoza (she/they) is a queer, first-generation Latine American artist, muralist and survivor of childhood sexual and physical abuse. They use art as a pathway to healing and connection with others. Amanda illustrates her work using a variety of mediums, such as acrylic paint, acrylic pouring, pen and ink, and alcohol ink markers to show themes of healing and empowerment.Her small art business started in 2019 while working full-time as a Victim Advocate for sexual assault survivors on the statewide hotline. She was invited to host painting workshops for after school and foster care programs, teach youth art classes in museums, and share their work at local art shows. Her art has also helped raise funds for local domestic violence shelters and sexual assault crisis centers.Through the years, she learned that art can do more than decorate a wall; art can make the loneliest person in the room feel seen. Their goal is to continue to share their art with the world, no matter how dark or colorful it may be. Art saved her, and she believes it has the power to heal others too.Starting in January 2024, Amanda is now pursuing art full-time, and she is looking forward to creating projects that continue to foster healing, empowerment and building community connections.