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 Artists are always
experimenting with new mediums and Donna’s no exception. Some of her
early creations were in crayon on the walls of her childhood home in Michigan. In spite
of the lectures, she’s still drawing on walls, ceilings, faces,
bodies, clothing, vehicles... well, let’s just say
if it holds paint, Donna has probably sprayed or brushed it on in some
fashion.
After many years working with computers, Donna realized that art holds
the key to her heart. Obsessed with airbrushing, she trained with experts
in various mediums around the country, picking up tricks and tips all
along the way. In 1998 she started the body art business of “Show
Offs”. Throughout the year, Donna makes appearances at many of the
best known art shows, conventions, even traveled to CHINA for 6 weeks for the KIMTOM
International Festival. Office
face painter for Superbowl XL and the World
Series. You might have seen her at
Mardi Gras-N.O., private events, corporate events and even birthday
parties. DaimlerChrysler and 2003 Michigan Governor elect Jennifer Granholm are among Donna’s many esteemed
clients.
For years Donna’s been entertaining crowds with tattoos and face
painting. Her talent and unique personality have earned her invitations
to instruct at various conventions including the International Face and
Body Painting convention in Orlando.
As a leader in her industry, she developed a 90 minute instructional DVD
as a way to help others learn the business. When released, the DVD
immediately hit markets on five continents and is distributed through
various makeup / tattoo companies.
When Donna’s not working a gig, she stays busy spending time with
her family and helping out in the community, often speaking at local
schools on entrepreneurship, and the career opportunities in the world of
art.
Donna is a true creative spirit with a genuine love for her profession.
Her greatest asset is her personality; her passion for life, people and
making friends wherever she goes. Whether working with children,
celebrities or corporate executives, Donna’s professionalism,
talent and easy going manner puts every client at ease. Donna can ham it
up with the best of them, hence the name “SHOW OFFS”.
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Presentor/
Educator:
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China – Shanghai for KIMTOM
International
Trans World Halloween Convention in Chicago,
IL
and Las Vegas, Texas
Airbrush Body Art,
Australia
Rep.
Graftobian Makeup Artist Rep.
Face and Body Art, Orlando
Face and Body Art International Conventions, Orlando, FL
MidWesterna Haunters, Columbus OH
Numerous Public Schools in Oakland
County, MI
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Columnist :
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2008 Face Painting
and Body Magazine, first issue:
Mission China
2008 AB-MAG March issue column story
“Made in China” story
2009 Makeup Artist
Magazine Fall issue
2005 Face and Body Art Magazine issue #12 & 13. (last
publication 2005)
Her simplistic and effective ideas won the respect of “Tool Time
& Cheap Tricks”.
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