Elizabeth Dawn (b. 1981)

She is a memoir writer, poet, editor, writing coach and mixed media artist using acrylics, oils, pens, markers, paper, canvas and clothing. She is regarded for her work as an editor, encouraging writers and survivors with lived experience to uncover the potential of their life stories. She is certified in peer support, partnering with mental health professionals, and writes art commentary to connect and network within the community. She believes in the power of creative self-expression.

Bibliography

I Was a Good Wife: A Self-Portrait
Liz Gurley, removed from Amazon to be republished // 12122020

The Third Dream (illustrated by T.H. Kainaros)
Elizabeth Dawn, YAWP Literary & Art ‘Zine, Issue 7 // 04192024

Sustainability and The Power of Public Art,
Travis Barkefelt, Planet Pittsburgh, Duquesne University, PA // 092024

Wick Monet Offers Art “Commentary” in Latest Publication,
Foo Conner, The Reporter, Pittsburgh, PA // 092024

The Commentary
Wick Monet, Issues One - Six // 2024/2025

I Left a Stranger: A Coming Out & Into Estrangement
Elizabeth Dawn, removed from Amazon to be republished // 12302024 (second edition)

Meet Elizabeth Dawn
CanvasRebel Magazine // 06122025

Featured in NOSH: What My Sabbatical Taught Me About Connection, One Lunch at a Time
Heather Cleary // 11242025

Contracts

Senior Ghostwriter
StoryTerrace // 052024 - present

Forensic Peer Support Specialist
Resources for Human Development (RHD), Allies Program, Pittsburgh, PA // 072025 - present

National Anthem Soloist
Integrity Fighter Management // 082023 - 102025

Exhibitions & Residencies

Featured Artist
Olyphant Art Supply, Olympia, WA // 082021

Featured Artist
Gallery BOOM!, Olympia, WA // 092021 - 102022

Featured Artist
Olympia Lamplighters Fundraising Gala, WA // 102021

Featured Artist
Harlequin Theater, Olympia, WA // 102022

Performing Artist in Residence
The Pitch on Butler, Pittsburgh, PA // 2024

Featured Artist
Trash and Treasure: Collection & Sentimentality // 042025

Internships & Mentorships

Publications Intern
Seattle International Film Festival, WA // 2019

Milan Art Institute Peer Mentor
Jessi Dahlquist, Contemporary Mixed Media // 092021 - 082022

Peer Business Coaching
Reclaiming Employment // 06302025-09262025

Podcasts

Memoirtistry, an artist’s process revealed

COMPLEX with Quincy Schmidt, Mental Health & Relationship Coach

Teaching

MasterClass with Memoirtistry: Process & Voice
FADlab, Atlanta, GA // 032023

Memoir & Artistry: Creative Storytelling
Sweetwater Center for the Arts, Sewickley, PA // 052024 - 032025

Education & Certifications

Certified Editor
University of Washington, Seattle // 2018

Mastery Program Fine Arts
Milan Art Institute, Statham, GA // 2021

Art Commentary Program
Wick Monet, Pittsburgh, PA // 2024

Compulsive Behavior Study
University of Pittsburgh, Department of Psychiatry // 2025

Certified Peer Support Specialist
Pennsylvania Certification Board // 05202025 - 05202027