Donna
Nowak: Founder |
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 that
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, 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: |
Trans
World Halloween Convention in Chicago, IL
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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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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| Awards: |
Peoples
Choice Award 2004 & 2005, FABAIC, Orlando FL
“The Stencil Web” originator.
Face Painting competitions - Snazaroo
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Originator: |
The
Stencil Web & The Holster
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"Donna just released
any inhibitions I had - her teaching makes airbrushing so
simple"
- Elena Lieu - Australia -FABAIC '05
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