Dana Dzurko

Atmospheric Wabi-Sabi Artist | Cleveland, OH

Artist Bio

Dana Dzurko is a Cleveland-based artist whose work explores themes of resilience, healing, and transformation. Working primarily in acrylics and mixed media, her "Atmospheric Wabi-Sabi" style merges abstract expressionism with soft realism, creating a powerful visual narrative that celebrates the beauty in things weathered, broken, and reborn.

Dana received her Bachelor of Arts from Ursuline College, focusing on painting and fine art photography. Her personal journey as a survivor of a ruptured brain aneurysm profoundly shapes her creative practice—fueling her exploration of art as a vital expression of being alive, capturing the preciousness of a single breath, where deep shadows represent past challenges and vibrant colors reflect light and joy.

Representation & Permanent Collections

Dana’s work has gained significant regional recognition through juried exhibitions, solo showcases, and permanent gallery curation.

  • Wovensmart (Lakewood, OH) – Gallery Representation & Curation

  • Wooster Community Hospital – Permanent Collection Acquisition

  • Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute – Selected Works for Clinical Education & Survivor Support

What People Are Saying

  • - Noel

    Beautiful work and messages within are very inspiring. Thanks for sharing these pieces of your heart with us.

  • - Kate & Rob

    We love your attitude towards creativity and life in generally. The more abstract pieces are so engaging and colorful Keep on expressing your artistry!

  • - Cathy G.

    Your art speaks to me and my love of adventure. It reminds me of aspects of myself and I appreciate the optimism, texture, depth, and multi-dimensional qualities behind it all.

  • - Lori W

    I just had to have your artwork in my home. You do wonderful work and everyone needs to know about you.

  • - Cindy M.

    Dana has a spark to her that makes you want to listen to what she has to say. Everything she touches turns out beautiful. She has a real passion for what she does — and for life — and it’s infectious!

A woman with long blonde hair, wearing a beige baseball cap, gray sleeveless top, and khaki shorts, is crouching down on rocks by a shallow creek, taking a selfie with her phone. She is in a natural outdoor setting with rocks, water, and a concrete s
A woman standing behind a large white Cleveland sign near a river with a city skyline and cloudy sky in the background.
A woman standing on a sidewalk near a bridge, taking a photo with her smartphone, wearing a black jacket, jeans, and boots, overcast sky.
A woman wearing a white hat and gray t-shirt painting an abstract artwork on a canvas, with a paint palette in her left hand.