Our Story

Poonam Suryavanshi is a creative entrepreneur and art instructor based in Orlando, Florida. With a background in Fashion and Textiles from Curtin University (Perth), she has built a career that blends visual arts, education, and community engagement. She is the founder of Canvas & Brushes LLC, where she designs and leads multicultural sip‑and‑paint events, children’s workshops, and team‑building experiences.

Poonam is known for her clear communication, creative problem‑solving, and her ability to make people feel comfortable and confident while learning something new. As a multilingual instructor — fluent in English, Hindi, Gujarati, and Swahili — she connects naturally with diverse groups and creates inclusive, welcoming environments.

Whether she is teaching, organizing an event, or collaborating with a team, Poonam brings a calm, positive energy and a strong commitment to authenticity and quality. Her work reflects her passion for creativity, community, and meaningful artistic experiences.