We had the good fortune of connecting with Dawn René Austin and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Dawn René, do you have a favorite quote or affirmation?
“Be the writer of your life story, not just an avid reader.” – Dawn René Austin.

It means living a life by your design and not by causality. It is a reminder to me that I am in the driver’s seat and that I have control over my life path. Ultimately, I need to make conscious decisions and dare to move accordingly.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I am a writer and a jewelry designer. Both of these mediums are more than business ventures but are my passion. I’ve learned that my creative process requires creating independently but I also enjoy working with a team, and this fairs well with the industry I work in. Each of our projects allows me to work independently before collaborating with others to move each project to the next level. A major part of my success is networking, collaboration, and continued learning. My journey wasn’t easy but I was persistent until I found the right opportunities to gain experience and knowledge. In both my brands our goals are to do more than just create but to also empower the consumer.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Since my weekends are usually reserved for rehearsals or project meetings. I would give them backstage access to see the behind-the-scenes of one of my projects or a project that I am involved in. Afterward, we would enjoy dinner on the Banks at either Ruth Chris Steakhouse, The Yard House, or Montgomery Inn- three of my favorite restaurants downtown. The following day we would catch a play at a local theater, have dinner at Jamaican restaurant Yummi Xpress or Island Frydays then head downtown for a wine and dessert tasting. The last day would be family and friends gathering at my home for game night and home cooking.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Many people fall into this category beginning with my family’s encouragement to grow creatively, the industry guidance that my mentor Tish Griffith with Noir Diamond Films provided, to the volunteer staff and cast at Dawniverse Films that helped bring my first film Before Dark to fruition. My life story would have never progressed without these amazing people giving me a solid foundation to build from.

Website: https://dawnreneaustin.com/

Instagram: @dawniversefilms

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-austin-9b1b6b171/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/dawn.austin.58760/

Youtube: @dawnreneaustin4977

Image Credits
Dawn René Austin, Dawniverse Films, Very Royal Designs.

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