Episode 36 - Create, Connect & Flourish: Celebrating Life Through Art with Cindy Shaw

What if celebration wasn’t about perfection—but about presence, play, and connection?

In this joy-filled episode of the Now You May Kiss™ Podcast, host Chanelle Carlin sits down with Cindy Shaw, founder of Color Collective by Cindy Shaw, to explore how creativity brings people together in deeply meaningful ways. After decades in the corporate world, Cindy traded spreadsheets for paintbrushes and built a business rooted in three simple yet powerful values: create, connect, and flourish.

Together, Chanelle and Cindy talk about the healing power of creativity, why art is for everyone (even those who “can’t draw”), and how painting parties are becoming a heartfelt alternative for bridal showers, bachelorette gatherings, and multi-generational celebrations. They also discuss the importance of human connection in a post-2020 world—and why carving out time for creative play is essential for our mental, emotional, and relational well-being.

Whether you’re planning a wedding celebration, craving more connection with the people you love, or simply looking for permission to feel like a kid again, this episode will inspire you to slow down, pick up a paintbrush, and rediscover the joy of creating—together.

No experience required. Just a willingness to show up and have fun.