Marie ELENA Cortés

Multi-talented Creative & Shine Coach

Empower your creativity, faith & voice with Marie Elena Cortés

Award-Winning Author and Motivational Speaker.

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Shine by Elena

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LET’S WORK TOGETHER

Marie Elena brings more than influence—she brings impact. Collaborate with a voice that connects, uplifts, tells stories with a glow, and makes things shine brighter!

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Shine with Marie & Mark

Marie Cortes and Mark Sedgwick are the Co-Hosts of the SHINE Podcast! The perfect mother & son podcast. Together we interview Masters of their craft and people who are being a LIGHT the world! We are excited for you to join us on this MISSION! Let’s Grow Together! ⛰💪🏼 Blessings to all! Love Always... ❤️ Check out Mark’s Website: ShineAndLetsGrow.com 🎁

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Kids Write to Know

Organizes personalized theme-based creative writing workshops and artistic projects for teachers, parents, students, and businesses!
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🌼 Grow Your Creative Confidence!

Every workshop by Elena is more than just activity - it’s a creative space to reconnect with yourself, rediscover your gifts, and shine with confidence.

Whether you're a multi-tasking entrepreneur, or simply someone longing to express your light, these hands-on experiences are designed for you. You’ll learn how to:

🌸 Create a beautiful flower crown
🎨 Paint on canvas or denim
💡 Design one-of-a-kind art pieces infused with intention and joy

These workshops are safe, fun, and open to all levels—no experience needed. Just bring your heart and a willingness to explore creativity.

“Shine your brightest light even during challenging times, because the light that you project, you’re going to attract”-Marie Elena Cortes

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Want to collaborate with me so I can highlight your brand or business and take it to a new glow?

I can help you accomplish any goal you have with your product or service! Guaranteed! You know why? In 2018, I had the biggest challenge of my life battling breast cancer. I stayed positive in all my posts and focused on the good…and my health and creativity was glowing despite my temporary health trial. I won the battle and learned the biggest lesson in my life, so now I share it with the world!

Call me at (832) 388-8218 or email me at: marie.elena.cortes@gmail.com

“Life is what you make it, so make it fun and meaningful. I can help you SHINE your most beautiful LIGHT in anything you do!”-Marie Elena Cortes

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“After my battle with breast cancer in 2019, it was an honor to be one of the “art angels” on a 25 feet art mural created by French Artist, Sebastein Boileau at Warehouse 72 . I wanted to be looking up with my eyes closed thanking GOD for an opportunity to stay on earth and continue HIS mission.”-Marie Elena Cortes