Dan Hemmings was born and raised in Yorkshire. From an early age, she could be found drawing or writing, often to the dismay of teachers who would rather she didn't spend quite so much time gazing through window dreaming up her next creation. Her creativity and curiosity led her along an interesting, if unusual career path. She has worked as a Groom, Riding Instructor and Wrangler in the Rocky Mountains, Lead Vocalist in various bands, Photographic Studio Assistant, Holistic Therapist and Website Designer. She now focuses fully on creative work through visual art, music, and writing. She holds a BA (Hons) and MA in fine art and is currently undertaking a practice-led PhD at the University for the Creative Arts in Canterbury. She plays some guitar and is also learning to play the bodhrán.