Jill Samera is a creative professional passionate about art as a tool for healing and self-expression. A visual artist, writer, and tutor, Jill is dedicated to helping individuals of all ages find their creative voice. She holds a Graduate Diploma in Arts (Expressive and Performing) and a Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management from UNSW. Jill developed the Visual Arts Program at Georges River Life Care for children in need. As a Registered Nurse, Jill combines health, wellness, and artistic expression perspectives. A survivor of childhood domestic and family violence, Jill speaks from lived experience and inspires audiences through her powerful storytelling and live painting performances. Her work demonstrates the transformative power of art in overcoming trauma and fostering resilience.