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We’re a curious little studio about art and well-being! YOGAMOTIF explores creativity, meditation, art, and everyday care through study and practice

10/14/2026

Creativity doesn’t always begin with inspiration…

We often talk about creativity as though it arrives alongside good feelings: inspiration, excitement, curiosity, joy. Those experiences certainly have their place, but creativity also lives in tension.

There can be something productive about not knowing. About sitting with a contradiction. About making something while you’re still figuring out what you think or feel.

Creative tension isn’t necessarily something we need to resolve immediately. Sometimes it is the space between two ideas, two emotions, or two possibilities that gives a piece its shape. 🧘🏾‍♀️

08/31/2026

A little soundtrack for your creative practice 🎶
Our Joy Playlist is a collection of songs, artists, sounds, and tiny delights that have been bringing a little more play, movement, and inspiration into the YOGAMOTIF creative wellness classroom.

Because sometimes the thing that gets us back to creating isn’t a new project-it’s a good song, a familiar voice, or something that makes you want to move.

Head to our blog and read, “Joy as Practice,” for a little more on cultivating joy through creativity, community, and everyday care.

Create well 🖼️

06/23/2026

Resistance begins as an internal narrative you tell yourself. Black women have always resisted. -

06/18/2026

At YOGAMOTIF, we think of yoga and creativity as something we study and practice together.

A creative wellness classroom isn't about getting the right answer. It's about making space to explore, ask questions, try something new, and learn from one another! Every person brings a different perspective, a different story, and a different way of creating.

As we celebrate Juneteenth this month, we're also honoring the ways gathering, creativity, and collective joy have long been expressions of freedom. Play isn't separate from liberation, it helps us imagine and create the kind of world we want to live in. If you're interested in learning more about play and liberation you can read our blog post at yogamotif.com!

How are you making space for play this month?

06/12/2026

When was the last time you did something simply because it delighted you?

This month at YOGAMOTIF, we're exploring the relationship between play and liberation, and how creativity, celebration, and imagination can help us envision new possibilities for ourselves and our communities.

If you've ever needed permission to be a beginner, to be curious, or to let joy lead for a while, this is your playful invitation!

Read more on our thoughts about play and liberation in this month's blog and remember to subscribe to our newsletter for more reflections, practices, and monthly community events!

Play and Liberation

06/05/2026

Join Heather Manning on August 29th for another year of Yoga in the Park! 🌳

Start Your Weekend Right: Free Yoga in the Park! Refresh your mind and body with the return of Pittsburgh’s beloved wellness tradition.

05/26/2026

There’s something powerful about creating alongside other people, it helps us stay connected to ourselves and each other!

Community art reminds us that creativity can be shared, imperfect, and playful. A devoted community art practice can be a hands-on experience, or it can be just gathering together and sharing ideas.

We love sharing our artsy ideas with you each month in our blog posts, so visit www.yogamotif.com to read more or sign up for our newsletter (where you can find community events, reflections and practices to support your creative wellness)!

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