Meet the Conscious and Creative Genius:
Discover how mindfulness fuels authentic artistic expression!

Ashwini is a mindfulness and art teacher offering online yoga, drawing and painting classes that help artists and yoga practitioners like you grow and prioritize your physical, emotional, and creative well-being. As an Indian engineer now in the US, she beautifully unites cultures, bringing a unique and powerful perspective to her teachings. Check out the stunning black saree in this photo!

Practice conscious creativity with me

“Practice Mindfulness with me
through the Power of

Art and Yoga”

Ashwini

Ashwini's mission is to offer you a gift of this safe, integrated space that unite drawing, painting, and yoga, ensuring creatives have the essential outlet for full expression and inner harmony. By bringing yoga studios and art classes into the home, Ashwini transforms art education through the fusion of mindfulness techniques and creative practice. She reforms art education to foster mindful presence and conscious creativity, offering a unique blend of technical expertise and creative mindfulness.

With her guidance, you will enter a safe space for authentic self-expression, harness stretching and mindfulness to amplify relaxed creativity, unlock joyful creativity with deep breathing techniques, and practice therapeutic art and yoga for stress-free creativity. Ashwini's journey as an engineer-turned-artist and yoga teacher enriches every aspect of your journey towards holistic well-being and creative self-expression.

Origins & Horizons

Ashwini Sadekar, founder of Conscious Creative Circle, is a multifaceted artist and dedicated teacher. Her tripod background of engineering, art, and yoga combine in her holistic creative practice. She was born in India and now lives in Issaquah, Washington, and her distinctive artistry stems from this dual cultural heritage. Deeply influenced by the rich culture of architecture, dance, music, and colors of West-Central India, she also celebrates a deep bond with the Pacific Northwest’s natural beauty.

With a brain for tech and an eye for art, she combines intellect with expression, logic, and spirituality. Ashwini is a graduate of the Gage Academy of Art and a Carleton University alum with an Electronics Engineering Masters. Evident in her meticulous work is her study of traditional western European oil painting, with leading teachers Steve Huston, Charles Miano, Camille Przewodek, and Kimberly Trowbridge.

Her prismatic paintings achieve a delicate balance between impressionism and realism and draw viewers into her creative universe. As a meditator and yoga teacher, holistic practices form the core of her creative process. Ashwini blends visual arts with mindful living, crafting joyful luminous paintings.

Born into the Yog-Vedantik Tradition, Ashwini has mastered Kundalini, Vinyasa, Hatha Yoga. Ashwini loves integrating mindfulness, breathing practices for stress-free and conscious creativity. A beloved yoga teacher, Ashwini leads 200-HR Yoga Teacher Training at the University of Washington in Seattle.

BECOME A CONSCIOUS CREATIVE WITH ASHWINI

Hey, I am Ashwini, Founder of the Conscious Creative Circle

I love speaking my truth, so here goes: You’re here to nurture your creativity and well-being, and I truly understand that journey.

You don’t want to spend endless hours feeling stuck, stressed, or uninspired, struggling to balance art, mindfulness, and self-expression. If you're still with me, you're in the right place!

Finding integrated, safe spaces for art, creativity, and mindfulness can be a challenge. Yoga studios may be far, and traditional art classes often lack the mindful presence you seek. Hence, I bring art and yoga directly to your home with live online courses, seamlessly integrated for your convenience and growth.

As a fellow creative and yoga practitioner, I understand the importance of focusing on your passions, expressing yourself through art, and finding inner peace.

Years ago, I realized my calling: to empower passionate creative like you to unlock your full potential. Let's team up and make it happen together in our Conscious Creative Circle!

Artist Statement

My work is rooted in a deep commitment to color. I paint planes of color like facets on a diamond. My representational oil paintings embody my own cultural fusion, combining the vitality and color of India with the rigor of western European painting traditions. I study the intricacies of human anatomy, as well as the birds and native flora of the Pacific Northwest. Through my experiments in color theory, I welcome viewers into a luminous world.

My process is precise and infused with intention. I prepare my canvas by applying natural earth tones like red stone and turmeric to create warmth and radiance. I delicately sketch the composition using brushes, mapping out geometric shapes to ensure accuracy in light and shadow articulation. I create detailed underpaintings, employing a nine-value scale of earth pigments. The next stage is color construction, in which I harmoniously layer the full rainbow spectrum using glazing techniques, merging classical realism with impressionistic expression. I employ the sfumato effect to create soft edges that enrich the dynamic quality of my compositions. The finished work is an illuminated, seamless color veil with a uniform surface quality.

Inspired by nature and diverse cultural experiences, my art is a bridge for deeper connection to the world around us. Combining classical realism and impressionist techniques, I strive to capture and enhance the radiance of light through color, and in so doing invite an experience of awakening, a moment of enlightenment. Each brushstroke communicates profound emotions and reflects the unity of being.

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My Collectors (I love them so much!)

Danny "The Golden King"

“When I saw Ashwini’s brilliant Golden King painting, my heart jumped a little . The autumnal colors drew me in, I felt an instant connection to the natural world, and a sense of sweetness and ease. I still treasure taking in this piece daily, a genuine delight!”
Erin "Abundant Flow"

"I came upon Ashwini's "Abundant Flow" in a Seattle cafe, and couldn't look away. The depth of color and light play are sophisticated and moving - the painting absolutely glows in any room. Her geometric style is a modern and fresh take on the still life. Ashwini was a pleasure to coordinate logistics with and made the sale simple and straightforward. This painting is a joy to look at every day, and I look forward to following Ashwini's career!"
Kristina "As Above So Below"

“Ashwini, once I got back home with your Art I immediately realized the best wall to place it- in front of the door. So everyone who come to visit us, can see it. Love it so much. 😍 We already hang it on. Thank you dear!”
Meris "Steller's Jay"

“Ashwini, your work speaks to me on so many levels. I was one of those kids who organized her 120 colored pencils in gradient order. I'm also a birder. When I saw your work I fell in love with your approach to colors and the geometry of nature. My husband is also a birder and loved the Stellar’s Jay painting as Christmas gift. He has hung it in his home office so he can look at it during his work days. It hangs between two windows. Thank you again. Your painting is loved and in a good home.”
Megan & Mike Beckman "Sunshine"

“We have been following this talented artist through Gage Academy shows for a few years. My husband and I saw this painting and it really spoke to us. THe colors and unique brushstroke styles are beautiful”
Teresa "Blushing Beauty"

“Fortunate to have one of her roses in my home. The simple perfect beauty Ashwini captures is stunning. And even more so in person. It is as if each of her paintings contains a small essence of her hidden inside!”
Jen "Woody Woodpecker"

“As a bird nerd, I couldn't resist falling in love with Ashwini's geometric interpretation of the woodpecker. Adding it to my collection means the world to me, and supporting artists like Ashwini is truly a fortunate delight!”

Yoga & Mindfulness

Born into Yoga-Vedantik tradition, Ashwini's journey into yoga began in India as a child, practicing yoga asana and Surya namaskar under revered Gurus. Today, she is a celebrated yoga instructor, blending her background as an Electronics Engineer and realist painter into a unique teaching approach.

With over 2000 hours of teacher training from renowned yoga academies in Hrishikesh and Mysore, India Ashwini leads the YTT program at UW REC, she is highly regarded for her expertise in planning sessions aligned with Yoga Alliance curriculum guidelines. Her teaching method integrates yoga philosophy, Sanskrit pronunciation, anatomy, breathwork techniques, posture labs, and class design, making yoga learning enjoyable and engaging for students.

She specializes in Himalayan Kundalini, Hatha, and Vinyasa yoga traditions, holding certifications in prenatal, children's, and yin yoga. She empowers mothers through prenatal yoga. Her students delight in her blend of humor, poetry, and philosophy in her teaching approach. Graduates of her training program UW REC YTT have launched successful yoga careers under Ashwini's guidance, benefiting from her focus on professional development in yoga.

Integrating her passion for Bollywood dance fitness into her classes, Ashwini combines extensive experience in guiding both in-person and online art, yoga and fun. Her dedication earned her the prestigious MVP award at UW REC in 2024.

Ashwini’s teachings extend beyond physical asana practice, emphasizing a deeper mind-body-breath connection. Her classes feature posture alignment cues, dynamic movements, breath exploration techniques, and guided meditations. Inspired by polymath Leonardo da Vinci, Ashwini encourages students to integrate their passions into a harmonious whole.

BECOME A CONSCIOUS CREATIVE WITH ASHWINI

Ashwini has empowered 300+ lives
in creative skills and mindfulness practices

Ashika

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This 85h prenatal Yoga course exceeded my expectations. Completing this course was one of the best decisions I’ve made. This inspired me to delve deeper into the art of yoga. The curriculum was comprehensive, covering everything from the basics of prenatal anatomy to advanced teaching techniques. The supportive friendly environment and expert guidance of Ashwini helped me grow both personally and professionally. I loved every moment of this course. Highly recommended.♥️
Preeti

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You are awesome, Ashwini! The way you teach us, the way you keep us engaged at subject, is commendable. You have so much knowledge for your age. When you share your experiences and examples it gives strength and confidence. I am feeling so blessed to enrolled myself for this training ,and to find a mentor like you! I am evolving as person. Thank you so much! Wish you more power and stay blessed!
Patty

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My experience in the prenatal yoga teacher training was truly transformative. I learned essential skills to support pregnant women through their yoga practice with safety and empathy. The curriculum was comprehensive. The instructions were knowledgeable and supportive, enriching our learning with practical sessions. I feel confident and excited to begin guiding prenatal yoga classes, knowing I can empower expecting mothers through this beautiful practice.