Gardens of the Mind was established by Jennifer O'Brien, an accomplished artist and visual arts educator based in Alexandria, Sydney. Jennifer brings a wealth of teaching experience across primary, secondary, and TAFE educational institutions throughout New South Wales. Her academic achievements include a Bachelor of Visual Arts, a Bachelor of Art Education, and a Master of Arts in Photomedia. In addition to her extensive educational background, Jennifer is an active practising artist with her studio situated at Square 1 Studios in Alexandria. She expertly balances her teaching commitments with her personal studio practice.

Through her tutoring, Jennifer is committed to inspiring her students to develop a lifelong engagement with  diverse forms of creative arts. Her dedication to fostering creativity is evident in every aspect of her work. Meanwhile, her rescue dog, Lulu, holds the unofficial title of studio assistant, though she is most often found enjoying a well-deserved rest during studio hours. .