The Movement & The Vision

Spiritual, intentional art and transformative philosophies created for real people carrying real weight.

Meet The Team

The passionate individuals bringing Stract Studios and the Paint Yourself Happy movement to life.

Joshua Merritt

Joshua Merritt

Founder & Creator

The primary intellectual motivator and author behind the movement, the Paint Yourself Happy series, and the standalone book Becoming.

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Laura Merritt

Laura Merritt

Studio Partner

Key team member and collaborative force behind the Paint Yourself Happy movement.

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Tyler Merritt

Tyler Merritt

Technical Developer

Joshua's firstborn son and day-one collaborator, happily handling the team's technical and development tasks.

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Aiyana Merritt

Aiyana Merritt

PR Handler

Tyler's wife and the vital bridge between Stract Studios and the global community.

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Melissa Maddeen

Melissa Maddeen

Creative Collaborator

Contributing deep spiritual resonance and artistic support.

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