About

Patrizia a.k.a. Trixi Schwartz also known as Trixi (meaning “bringer of joy”) is a faith-filled follower of Christ whose life and work are rooted in love, compassion, and the belief that God can bring beauty from even the most broken places. Born in Germany, raised in South Africa, and now calling New Zealand home, she draws from a rich tapestry of cultures and experiences that shape her creativity and ministry.

Trixi is a mixed-media artist, writer, thought leader, passionate about restoring creativity and joy through faith, creativity, and inner healing and a facilitator of creative healing gatherings, using art as a way to touch hearts, restore hope, and reveal God’s presence. Her work is deeply personal—born from seasons of breaking and rebuilding — and carries a message of courage, grace, and redemption.

Guided by her values of faith, service, integrity, and generosity, she is committed to uplifting the broken-hearted, creating safe, transformative spaces that foster inner healing and personal growth where people can encounter God’s love, and inspiring others to live with authenticity and wholeness. Whether through a brushstroke, a heartfelt prayer, or a gentle word, Trixi’s mission is simple yet profound: to be a beacon of hope, reminding others that they are seen, known, and loved.

Patrizia’s journey has been shaped by personal struggles, including emotional neglect, displacement trauma, betrayal, rejection, and a lifelong battle with anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts. Through these challenges, she discovered the power of faith and creativity as a path to healing. This led to Healing 💔heARTs💖, an initiative that includes encounter groups, creative gatherings, and paint parties to foster belonging and designed to help others process pain, rediscover creativity, joy, and rebuild their sense of self.

Patrizia shares her insights on overcoming adversity, the role of faith and prayer ministry in transformation, and the power of community in inner healing. Her heartfelt storytelling resonates deeply, offering inspiration and practical steps toward renewal. From her studio in Mairangi Bay, she continues to ignite creativity and encourage others to embrace creativity as a tool for restoration. With an unwavering commitment to love, compassion, and empowerment, she creates safe spaces for belonging and healing 💔heARTs in her mission to change the world 🌎 one broken💔 heart 💖 at a time.