Kayla Ackelson's Resources

Kayla Ackelson is a mixed-media artist, writer, instructor, and mama whose work lives where creativity, mindfulness, and emotional healing meet. She leads Canvas of the Soul, a practice that blends art and mindful self-expression to create a sanctuary for healing, clarity, and deeper connection. 

Kayla's Podcast: Unhurried

Unhurried is a podcast for those who crave the beauty of slow, intentional living. Join Kayla as she dives into unfiltered conversations with creatives, writers, and individuals with wonderfully niche passions. Together, we explore what it means to savor life, embrace curiosity, and find inspiration in the everyday. Each episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the simple joys of being present. Whether you're an artist, dreamer, or simply someone seeking a slower rhythm, Unhurried offers a space to breathe deeply and savor the moments that matter most.

Downloadable Mixed Media Workshop

This workshop will be all about exploring color, texture and play. Create a one of a kind abstract art using a variety of different tools to create marks and patterns for the colorful underpainting and collage. We will then paint over the colorful piece to create a one of a kind abstract painting revealing parts of the process.

Kayla's Book: Thinking Out Loud
"In ‘Thinking Out Loud,’ readers are invited into a deeply personal journey through a collection of raw and unfiltered journal entries. These intimate reflections delve into the turbulent landscape of mental health, navigating the highs and lows with honesty and humor. Amidst the raw vulnerability, there emerges a beacon of hope—a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Each entry serves as a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is light to be found. Through shared experiences and profound insights, this collection not only offers comfort but also empowers readers on their own paths toward healing and resilience."

Kayla's Newsletter & Substack

Through visual art, writing, and her podcast Unhurried, Kayla invites others into slowness, intentional living, and the quiet magic of being human. Her work honors imperfection, emotional honesty, and the sacred beauty in taking your time.

Connect with Kayla at the Weekend Getaway! Join her workshop, Canvas of the Soul, pop into her class, Create Without Rules, and/or receive a 1:1 Healing Session.

Rise Gatherings offers transformational experiences for women and nonbinary individuals to connect with community, nature and other resources for renewal, growth and empowerment.