About Me

You can hear me before you see me—jingle and jangling—thanks to my grandmother. When I was a teenager, my grandmother, Chiara, whose name means light in Italian, gifted me a set of vintage turquoise bangles. Decades later, I still wear them daily, a constant reminder of her love and the bond we shared. She holds a huge part of my heart and remains with me in spirit every day.

One of my earliest memories is tending to basil in my grandmother's garden. It felt like she was passing down a sacred secret, a vow that bound me not only to her but to my ancestors, the Earth, the custodians of the land, and the universe itself. It was a connection I felt in every bone of my body, a song of light and dark—duality woven into the fabric of life.

This sense of connection has guided me throughout my life, often finding expression through the fine arts. Creating has always been central to my being—a union between myself, the medium, and the audience, flowing in a symbiotic relationship.

AUM: The Awakening
My soul awakened through the vibrations of "AUM," first heard during my first Yoga class in the basement of a high school. What initially felt like a foreign practice soon revealed itself as a connection to the sacred rhythms of my ancestral lands. That moment of awakening set me on a lifelong journey of Truth-seeking.

What began as discipline blossomed into dedication and eventually sweet devotion. My Yoga path has led me through diverse styles and teachings, ultimately grounding me in the Ashtanga Yoga lineage. I’ve had the honor of learning from devoted practitioners, including John Vitarelli, Joan Hyman, and David Garrigues, who have shaped my practice profoundly.

Yoga, as a living and evolving entity, mirrors the essence of folk medicine and art. Embracing its flow, I’ve expanded into nourishing practices such as Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra, which deepen my understanding of the energetic body and its wisdom, shared by Gisele Mogan and Julia Vitella.

Honoring Ancestral Roots
Flowing between Yoga, ritual, and folk traditions, I was drawn to deepen my connection to ancestral healing. Studying under Marybeth Bonfiglio, I rediscovered the wisdom my grandmother Chiara had instilled, delving into ancestral plants, rituals, and healing techniques. This journey has strengthened my bond with the land, my lineage, and the sacred practices of those who came before me.

Chiara Scura: A Tribute
The vibrancy of Yoga, ancestral folk medicine, and artistic creation continues to electrify my spirit. These practices ignite my soul and guide my life's work: to share their sacred essence with others.

In honor of my grandmother and the interplay of light and dark that nourishes and sustains us all, I created Chiara Scura—a space to celebrate and share the sacred union of Yoga, folk magic, and ritual. It is my joy and life’s path to offer these practices to you, fostering connection, healing, and transformation.