Diana O’Brien

Diana O’Brien, Owner

Diana O’Brien is a seasoned children’s book illustrator, graphic designer, and art educator with over 25 years of experience in the creative industry. As the owner and founder of Lavender Forest Studio and Authors of Hope, a nonprofit publishing organization, Diana combines her passion for storytelling and art to empower individuals to share their journeys. With a talent for capturing emotion and detail, Diana specializes in creating personalized live wedding paintings, mentoring budding artists, and designing programs that inspire creativity. Her mission is to reconnect children and adults with the magic of hands-on creativity, fostering a love for classical art, bookmaking, and storytelling in a welcoming and imaginative space. She lives with her two mischievous children and her husband in Huntington, NY.