Where Art, Yoga and Attention meet.
A mobile coastal studio practice by artist and yoga teacher Nicola Byers.
Through yoga, painting, and creative gatherings, nabLIFE explores how movement and creativity support presence – helping us pause, reconnect, and notice the world more fully.
At its heart, this work is about attention.
On the mat, we learn to listen to the body. In the studio, we learn to see.
Both are practices of presence.
Whether you arrive here through yoga classes, original artwork, or simple curiosity, you are warmly invited to explore.
- Lets -
CONNECT
My 3 pillars
Three simple practices guide everything I do.
Observe
Observe
Art begins with noticing - colour, form, people, and fleeting moments that hold meaning. Creating becomes a way of capturing what might otherwise pass unseen.
Breathe
Breathe
Yoga returns us to the body. Through breath and movement, we rediscover strength, awareness, and steadiness within everyday life.
Create
Create
Creativity is how experience becomes expression - through paint, movement, or quiet reflection.
Testimonials
When I met Nicks in a Yoga class, what stood out for me was her warmth, caring and gentleness. Since then I regularly attend her classes, and what resonates with me now is how she weaves Yoga masterfully. She really deeply understands each yoga move, and how each one of us can uniquely apply it to strengthen and stretch us. When I recently went hiking, I was delighted to discover that my core strength and balance had improved considerably, thanks to Nicks! 😊
Dr Tineke Wulffers | Yoga classes
Not a person to go on a Yoga Retreat but have I been converted. Loved every minute. Nicola’s knowledge of yoga brings you into her world. Movement, journaling, walks, meditation and more. Great weekend. Came away enlightened and with a new knowledge.
Merryl Flynn | Yoga retreat
Nicola’s Mandala workshop was a beautiful invitation to explore an ancient and sacred art form. Her gentle approach allowed me to explore the form confident of her support. Nicola skilfully weaved art and yoga into a spiritual exploration which continues to inspire me in my own creative journey. ❤
Cathy Dodders | Mandala workshop
Nicola is an incredibly talented and passionate artist with an extraordinary ability to bring canvas to life. We are fortunate enough to have 3 of her portraits (Mandela, Gandhi & Einstein) each of which are so unique and so closely resemble their subjects, that they stir emotion regarding that person deep inside your being, as if they were literally in the room with you. Not only that, they completely alter the look and feel of the space they’re hung in. I cannot recommend Nicola and her work highly enough, so do yourself...
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Sue Sievwright | Art
I began practicing yoga with Nicks just over a year ago and can’t quite believe how much I have improved and more importantly how much I enjoy it! Her teaching style is gently persuasive and informative. Every class is carefully considered and thoroughly thought through, from a breath work start to a “thought to take home ” ending. Nicks beautifully articulates each pose with guidance and observation. A phenomenal teacher and a wonderful human, she really is the best … I’m so happy we have her right here in our village!
Jo Blair | Yoga classes
I commissioned Nicola to paint a portrait of my daughter on her wedding day. I asked that it be a loose interpretation of the photo while still maintaining the joyousness of the moment. She got the brief completely and what she produced was just as we wanted. She is a thoughtful and very talented lady.
Sarah Stevens | Art commission
When I first reached out to Nicks, I only had a vague idea of what I wanted for our holiday home. She patiently guided me through the process and produced a couple of wonderful paintings that we are absolutely delighted with. We will definitely be returning customers and highly recommend her.
Sasha Kretschmar | Art commission
What a beautiful way to end a day. Savour the Sunset was exactly as described. It was lovely to enjoy the movement, views, relaxation and then a meal with like minded people. I would love to do this every evening! You don’t need to be a ‘ What a beautiful way to end a day. Savour the Sunset was exactly as described. It was lovely to enjoy the movement, views, relaxation and then a meal with like minded people. I would love to do this every evening! You don’t need...
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Alexis Bowker | Sunset yoga
I so enjoyed Nicola Byers’s creative workshop where she combines yoga psychology with intuitive art. The process was one of internal reflection connecting to one’s emotions & energy centres through different exercises. I especially enjoyed learning how to create my own mandala to help me connect & express my inner creative self in a mindful, peaceful way. I highly recommend her workshop. Thank you Nicola for a most enjoyable afternoon!
Les Beynon | Mandala workshop
“Thank you, Nicola, for an afternoon filled with colour and creativity. Thank you for your gentle presence and the way you guided me to lean into my inner self - it’s a gift I will use to guide me in my future art work.”
Tracy Going | Mandala workshop
“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched, but must be felt with the heart.”
Helen Keller
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