Monica Batiste

Artist, Author & Yoga Teacher
Passionate about art, education, and personal development, Monica has combined her love of painting and writing into children's books and yoga classes from the beautiful Redcliffe peninsula. Now in their 8th year of operation with regular classes and  7 published titles, Monica and her husband Andreas are moving towards their goals of living a life of purpose and supporting others to do the same.

Author

Yoga Teacher

Art & Words publishing was formed in 2011 by Monica Batiste, and her husband Andreas Guetter. It began because Monica had a dream of creating children's books and yoga books that focused on growing emotional intelligence through stories, fun, and movement.
Now in their 6th year of operation, Art & Words publishing has released the following titles by Monica Batiste
2017
My Yoga Journal
Yoga for Little Bears posture cards
Virtues with Yoga Bear
2015
Anti-bullying strategies through Yoga and Virtues eBook
EFT for Children eBook
How to promote Self-Esteem through Yoga and Virtues eBook
Adults and Children's Yoga Colouring in Fun book
2014
Yoga for Little Bears
2013
Yoga Diary
2012
Simply Yoga
Audio CD Your Perfect Body

Studies by Monica include creative writing at Sunshine Coast university; Fine art at Atelier; and Art and Design at Balmoral art college.

Meet the Art & Words publishing team
More books available from store
Author at Moreton Bay Regional Libraries

Monica has worked in the fitness industry since 1986
Yoga teacher trained with Yogarhythms
Certificate 3 Fitness Leader, gym instructor, group exercise, Aqua-aerobics
Certificate 4 Personal Training
Nutrition and weight loss counselling
Brain Gym for teachers level 1 and 2
Certificate 4 Massage Therapies
Reiki master
Facilitator for the Virtues Project
Pulsing for Peace 

Artist

Redcliffe based artist Monica Batiste has always been an artist in some form; developing, growing and seeking expression through the mediums of paint, pencil, paper, canvas, movement, speech, and vibrations. As an illustrator and fine artist, her intention is to tell a story and expand perceptions. Her books; Yoga for Little Bears, Kids Yoga, and Emotional Intelligence helps teachers and parents support child development, confidence and self-esteem.
Monica is also an author and illustrator for children's books, and teaches yoga at Suttons beach.