I’m Dana.

And I’m so glad you’re here.

I’m a proud mom, a coffee lover, a kitchen dancer, a nature lover, a creative…deeper?

A free spirit, ambitious, wounded, healed, dreamer, supporter, cheerleader, vibration.

But I couldn’t always say that so confidently.

A handful of years ago...

I felt defeated -again- and I was sick of it. After a lifetime of self-doubt and insecurity, how was I supposed to make any choice for myself, when I didn’t even KNOW myself?

I was scared to share my feelings, scared of attention being on me, and scared that I didn’t know who I was.

My hands went up…I needed a way.

I searched to make it all “feel” better, feel anything…I looked for awhile outside of myself, instead of inside.

My final refuge? A place that I knew well, just didn’t know how to use:

Although I spent a lot of my life trying to master art in a traditional sense, it was time to use art to heal and know myself, find my expression.

I practiced embodying the value in every stroke and color and that it was a reflection of my innermost self, until I knew myself in and out. I understood that my life would be the real masterpiece, and I wanted to show up for it all. I also learned so much about the greater forces of life: energy, vibration, the power of thought and intention.

Through expressive art forms and mindful practices, I discovered a tool for healing. And I wanted it for every woman that I saw in my shoes.

There was healing and comfort rooted in the creative process itself, and trust in myself and the parts of this life that are greater than me.

I grew confident through intuitive art.

I could see myself on the paper, even if it looked childlike it was the most meaningful art I created. I passionately pursued education in therapeutic art facilitation and life coaching so I could blend both worlds of art and wellness into a powerful healing force.

Artful Awakening came to life, as I found myself

It’s my mission to guide you on your own journey of confidence and expression to truly embody everything that you are.

Back to your intuition, back to you. Back to believing in you, that you got this.

Artful Awakening isn't just my story. It's your invitation to discover the transformative power of art and your own power.

To find intuitive guidance, expressive freedom and emotional clarity.

I’d love for you to embark on this journey with me, towards a future where confidence and creativity can be found in each step of life, and lean in to your true self.