Evergreen Awards is delighted to present the Best Healing Art in Australia of 2025 award to Daphne Ooi Art Healer. This prestigious recognition honors Daphne Ooi’s transformative contribution to the world of healing art. Through her dedication, innovation, and unique approach to painting, Daphne has created a body of work that goes beyond aesthetics, guiding her audience towards emotional well-being and connection with nature.

At the heart of Daphne Ooi Art Healer lies a simple yet profound philosophy: art can heal. Every painting she creates is infused with intention, energy, and a sense of peace. Her works are not just meant to be looked at; they are designed to be felt. Daphne’s studio, based in Sydney, Australia, produces vibrant, spiritually infused paintings that bring serenity and emotional restoration into the lives of those who encounter them.

A Process Rooted in Meditation and Breathwork

What truly sets Daphne Ooi apart is her unique process, which integrates meditation, breathwork, and intuitive painting. Before every painting, Daphne spends 30–45 minutes meditating and using Wim Hof-inspired breathing techniques to channel calm into her canvas. This intentional approach helps her to quiet the mind and open her heart, allowing her intuition to guide the first strokes. Daphne often paints with her eyes closed, trusting her intuition to create the initial movements and colors, which are later refined with intricate detail.

“I paint with my eyes closed first, so the heart can speak before the hands refine,” Daphne explains. This meditative approach results in art that not only captures the beauty of the subjects but also conveys a sense of calm and peace. As she works, she infuses each piece with the energy of gratitude, continuing to care for the artwork long after it’s completed. Each piece is energetically stewarded until it finds its rightful home, bringing lasting peace to its new owner.

The Spiritual Significance of Birds

Birds, especially cockatoos, are recurring motifs in Daphne’s artwork, representing freedom, spirit, and a connection to nature. These winged creatures are more than just subjects for her paintings; they are symbols of healing, transformation, and spiritual significance. For Daphne, painting these birds is a way of channeling positive energy into the world, offering a calming presence to those who encounter them.

Each bird painting, whether it’s a cockatoo or a more imagined winged being, serves as a reminder to reconnect with the natural world and to take a moment for stillness. Her works are known to be grounding, uplifting, and quietly transformative, providing viewers with a visual and emotional experience that soothes the mind and soul.

Art as Emotional Restoration

Daphne’s dedication to emotional healing is evident in every aspect of her work. She describes her role as a “steward of calm,” believing that her art holds the power to restore balance and well-being. The emotional impact of her work is something that has been consistently praised by collectors and followers alike. One follower shared their experience: “Your artwork and philosophy are cool coming from my perspective. I started doing art 18 months ago when I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a blood cancer. Much better, I’m feeling better and discovering more about myself.”

It’s this ability to touch hearts and provide comfort that makes Daphne’s art so special. Through her unique blend of realism and abstract techniques, she offers a healing experience that helps people slow down, reflect, and reconnect with themselves and nature.

Accessible Yet High-Collectible Art

Daphne Ooi’s portfolio is diverse, offering everything from accessible entry pieces to high-collectible originals. Regardless of the price point, every artwork is created with the same devotion to authenticity and healing. Her paintings are available for international shipping, allowing art lovers around the world to experience the transformative power of her work. Each painting also comes with a handmade authentication card and ongoing energetic care, ensuring that each piece continues to offer peace and emotional restoration long after it has found its new home.

A Fresh Perspective on Healing Art

Daphne Ooi Art Healer offers a fresh perspective at the intersection of fine art and wellness. Her approach goes beyond traditional artistic methods, integrating energy work and intuition into every piece. Whether you are drawn to her works for their beauty or their healing qualities, Daphne’s art offers a unique opportunity to experience emotional balance and connection in a fast, noisy world.

“My role is to be a steward of calm; every piece is infused with intention before, during, and after it’s created,” Daphne says. This dedication to mindfulness and healing has earned her a devoted following and has now earned her the Best Healing Art in Australia of 2025 award from Evergreen Awards.

For more information about Daphne Ooi Art Healer, visit her Bluethumb profile or explore her work at Artplace and Artbranch.