Born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, I have been drawing and painting for most of my life. My professional career includes advertising, publishing, marketing, and communications. I thrive on bringing creativity to every corner of my life, including my professional and volunteer activities. Depending on my mood and inspriation, this can be through drawing, painting, photography, graphic design, or writing.
Education and Credentials
Though my educational background focuses on business, I chose advertising, art and marketing for electives where possible.
2009, MBA, Anderson University
2002, BSM, Indiana Wesleyan University
1997, AAS, Business/Marketing, Ivy Tech College
Professional Affiliations & Community Involvement
2009-Present, Indianapolis Downtown Artist & Dealers Association, Exhibitions committee
2008-Present, Indianapolis Art Center, Artist membership
2001-Present, Decatur Central Lions Club
2000-2007, American Marketing Association
Honors and Awards
2008, 1st Place Photography, Lions Club International
1988, Portfolio Winner, LS Ayres Scholastic Competition
1987, Gold Key Finalist, LS Ayres Scholastic Competition
1985/86/87/88, 500 Festival of the Arts
Exhibitions
Sept. 2009, “Oranje 2009”, Oranje Indy
Oct. 2009 – current, “IDADA First Fridays on Mass Avenue”, soli deo gallery
Feb. 2010, “Art Salon!”, Event partnership with Meridian Design Group and Noble of Indiana
Copyright © 2009. All images are property of the artist and cannot be used without the express written permission of Danielle J. Smith.
Thank you.