Art Education... Wellness... Wholeness...
A Barbadian learning space where children, teens and adults develop artistic skill, a confident creative voice and healthier ways to live and work.
Our Motto | Creating with Purpose. Growing in Wholeness | Est. from Creative Art Well · 2012 |
Creative Art Well Academy is a space for thoughtful learning and transformation through art. We develop not only what artists make, but how they understand their creative identity, communicate about their work and represent themselves with integrity.
Our approach brings together strong art education, reflective practice, practical mentorship and whole-person care. Learners are invited to build competence, confidence, self-awareness and purpose—at their own stage and in a supportive environment.
1
We help each learner discover why their creativity matters and how it can serve others.
2
We honour the mind, emotions, spirit, relationships and rhythms that influence creative work.
3
We value disciplined practice, sound technique, preparation and work completed with care.
4
We cultivate an original voice—not comparison, imitation or performance without substance.
5
Every child and adult is met with respect, patience and belief in their capacity to grow.
6
Talent, time and opportunity are gifts to develop responsibly and use for meaningful impact.
THE ACADEMY APPROACH
Build skill through exploration, practice and feedback.
Find language for your art, value and vision.
Create from healthier rhythms, clear purpose and renewed capacity.
Show up with confidence, integrity and professionalism.
A Barbadian artist, educator and creative leader with a life’s work devoted to helping people grow through art.
Sherridean brings 35 years of teaching experience, more than 17 years as Head of Fine Arts & Music at Harrison College, and over a decade as an external Visual Arts evaluator at Erdiston Teachers’ Training College. She is the founder and Creative Director of Creative Art Well, director and curator of Inspirational Fine Arts Gallery, and founder of Creative Arts Fellowship.
Alongside her work as an educator and mentor, Sherridean has maintained an active professional art practice. She has participated extensively in exhibitions at galleries in Barbados and abroad, presenting her work to both local and international audiences. This sustained exhibition experience gives her first-hand knowledge of artistic development, presentation, gallery practice and the journey of representing one’s work professionally.
Her formation includes university study with distinction, theology, art-therapy certification and training as a therapeutic life coach. She is an ordained minister and worship leader, combining educational rigour, compassionate mentorship and biblical wisdom where a faith-based pathway is desired.
2026 Winner
Queen’s Mindset Global Woman of Purpose & Impact
Award-winning artist
Barbados Art Purchase Award · NIFCA awards · CAPE Art & Design, 3rd in the Caribbean
Regional recognition
Caribbean POSH Icon nominee, 2024 & 2025. 2026 Caribbean Icon Founders Award nominee for the Creative Art Fellowship and Inspirational Fine Arts Gallery
International Interviews and Media Features
Featured in Local and International media, websites and magazines
Distinguished Art Educator
35 years in education. More than 17 years as Head of Fine Arts and Music at Harrison College
Visual Arts Evaluator
More than 10 years as an External Visual Arts Evaluator with Erdiston Teachers' Training College
The difference families notice
Representative reflections drawn from feedback shared by parents and participants.
“My child became more confident, more expressive and looked forward to every session.”
“The programme helped bring greater peace and coordination. With the right support, progress that once felt distant became possible.”
“I arrived overworked and overbooked. I left with rest, clarity and a practical plan for my future and my business.”
“The booklet was simple, clear and surprisingly effective. It helped me move through a stuck moment and take my next step.”
“Since he started classes, he has improved tremendously. And have won awards for a successive three years after.”
“She is fantastic with children. There is a connection, a positive atmosphere and strong values—a genuinely well-rounded approach to education.”