My name is Yenny Bernal, and I thank you for visiting our page!
I am a mixed media visual artist, art instructor, and founder of Uplifting Soul Art Events. Growing up in Bogotá, Colombia, art was an integral part of my daily routine. From simple crayons and colored pencils to play-dough and paints, creativity was my best friend during times of reflection, self-exploration, and intellectual growth.
After spending several years in various corporate roles, I decided in 2012 to dedicate my professional life to inspiring others through the arts. I became actively involved with the local artist community in Santa Ana’s Artist Village. As my artistic skills grew, I began teaching art in after-school programs, initially in the private sector and later for SAUSD Engage 360, where I worked for six years with OCCTAC. In 2015, I also launched my art events business and have since served the city of Santa Ana through educational booths at Farmers Markets, DTSA ArtWalk coordination, the Wings of the City Project for renown Mexican artist Jorge Marin, Community Round Tables, and the Arts and Culture Artist Grant Program for Fiesta de Culturas events. Additionally, I have collaborated with MainPlace Mall for the past eleven years, contributing to their Día de los Muertos annual festivals, Art Walks, and MyPerks Sip & Paint nights.
Our mission is to produce events completely focused on arts education and the preservation of culture through community gathering exchanges, creative projects, installations, live performances and professional art demonstrations. Our hope is to open the doors of creativity and to allow anyone who wants to take part to fully immerse themselves in the arts process and all of its components.
Another one of my granted wishes was the establishing of my own exhibition & art space in 2021, Galería of Imagination at MainPlace Mall, which encompasses and represents the evolution of my artistic vision. I appreciate you taking the time to learn more about me as you seek high-quality services from local small art businesses for your family’s arts education. Our gallery prides itself on offering low cost workshops, weekly classes, and DYI projects, all include all materials and tax!
I am immensely grateful to all the mentors who encouraged me to joyfully and fearlessly pursue my dreams. I hope to inspire my students, fellow art collaborators, and community members to discover their artistic skills in pursuit of a more expressively fulfilling lifestyle.
