Dionne Woods, the creative force behind The Turquoise Iris, is a passionate Motivatarian who inspires others with her boundless creativity and infectious joy. As an artist, mentor, and community builder, her fearless journey has transformed humble beginnings in hand-painted furniture into a dynamic array of canvas art, wearable pieces, heirloom journals, and luxurious velvet fabrics—all imbued with her signature storytelling and vibrant energy. At the heart of her work is an unwavering commitment to empowering others on their creative journeys. By championing her four pillars—Creativity, Connection, Confidence, and Curiosity—Dionne guides artists and entrepreneurs in crafting lives and businesses that reflect their true passion and purpose. As the founder of The Turquoise Iris Journal, a celebrated print publication spotlighting inspiring artists and their stories, she has built thriving communities through membership groups, coaching programs, retreats, and her engaging podcast. Whether painting, teaching, or speaking, Dionne remains dedicated to inspiring others to create boldly, connect deeply, and fully embrace their artistic potential. This is a conversation between great friends who connected through creating and sharing their joy. Thank You to Our Sponsors: Jet Creative and UrbanStems! · Jet Creative: A women-owned marketing firm committed to community and empowerment. Whether you're launching a podcast or building a website, Jet Creative can help you get started. Visit JetCreative.com/Podcast [https://jetcreative.com/podcast] to kickstart your journey! · UrbanStems: Your go-to source for fresh, gorgeous bouquets and thoughtful gifts, delivered coast to coast. Treat yourself—or someone you love—with 20% off! Use code BLOOMBIG20 at checkout.