Pedagogue and textile artist Laura Goulart Nunes unites memories, early childhood education, and personal overcoming through the artworks and workshops of the brand Ponto Goulart.
Roots in the Family Studio and a Vocation for Childhood
Early contact with manual creation frequently shapes how one views the world. For textile artist and pedagogue Laura Goulart Nunes, the foundation of her creative identity was built in the sewing room of her maternal grandmother, Aparecida—affectionately known as Nenzica. Afternoons spent in the backyard playing at sewing doll clothes and exploring the materials of the family workspace established an organic connection with art. This sensitive experience resonated throughout her schooling and, later, in the choice of her academic path. Driven by a belief in the power of education, Laura entered the Pedagogy program on a full scholarship. Despite the adversities faced along the university journey, her passion for child development remained a central anchor in her life.
Time as a Gift and the Materialization of Memories
The transition from an appreciation of the arts to original production occurred symbolically near the end of her degree. During a secret Santa exchange in college, while reflecting on what would be the most valuable gift to offer a close friend, Laura concluded that time is the most precious and irreplaceable resource we possess. This premise motivated her to embroider her first piece. The gesture of gifting time and art expanded into what is now Ponto Goulart. The brand specializes in eternalizing stories and preserving emotions, turning photographs and meaningful memories into original textile artworks through freehand embroidery and needle felting.
Mental Health and the Courage to Redefine a Career
The consolidation of the studio, however, coincided with a period of extreme personal vulnerability. Balancing art with her work as an educator at a school, Laura encountered a professional environment that began to clash with her principles and values. The conflict culminated in her resignation and triggered a severe mental health crisis marked by panic attacks, insomnia, and a diagnosis of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Confronting these challenging days—supported by faith, family backing, and professional care—proved to be a painful yet empowering process. The crisis forged the necessary courage to make new decisions and realign her path toward her true purpose.
The Role of the Atelierista and the Expansion of Creative Teaching
Her return to the school environment happened under a new, assertive perspective: taking on the role of atelierista. In this position, Laura acts as a mediator between Pedagogy and art, transforming the school studio into a living laboratory of experimentation. The methodology values autonomy, problem-solving, and respect for the child’s pace, enabling learning through creation and free play.
That same momentum drove the expansion of her private studio. This year, the founder of Ponto Goulart held her first open studio, bringing together ten women for a creative immersion, alongside teaching embroidery and watercolor workshops for children. Bringing together her two fundamental passions, Laura Goulart Nunes proves in practice that the act of creating is, in its essence, an act of courage. The portfolio of commissioned textile works and the studio’s workshop schedule can be followed through her official Instagram profile [@ponto.goulart].
Source: www.revistacreator.com