Dana Hanson grew up in Faribault. As a child she spent time amusing herself drawing at her grandmother’s shop. Dana raised four sons and is a self-taught artist. Some of Dana’s illustrations have been commissioned for book covers and children’s books. She was invited to be the main artist for the Dakota Honoring held in Mankato 2017. Her passion is to be a visual artist working with those who have suffered trauma and allowing them the privilege of
experiencing healing through art. She has received a grant from SEMAC.