Creating Space To Expand: A Live Conversation with Deun Ivory
Creating Space To Expand: A Live Conversation with Deun Ivory
Deun Ivory is a traveling wellness creative, inspirational speaker, influencer, and multidisciplinary artist whose work centers and celebrates Black women. Widely recognized for her striking portrait photography and authentic influence in the creative and wellness industry, she has partnered with brands like Apple, Glossier, Nike, Netflix, and more to create visual experiences through visual storytelling. Her unapologetic yet inimitable presence has made room for her as a powerful speaker. She has led workshops and delivered keynote presentations for universities, photography conferences, and brand activations.
In 2018, she was awarded her first artist grant through VSCO Voices which led to the start of her nonprofit, the body: a home for love, a wellness and healing space for Black sexual assault survivors. Deun is a multifaceted Black creative and servant leader shifting culture through mindful creativity and authenticity.
Enjoy this conversation on walking in alignment, finding + following your ministry, Deun’s incredible journey to where she is today, and more recorded live from the San Francisco stop of The Black Girl In Om Expansion Tour.
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Quotes From The Episode:
“Freedom is also being able to stand in my power.” — @deunivory | click to tweet
“I’m always asking myself: are you shrinking or are you expanding?” — @deunivory | click to tweet
“The only option is to let yourself be truly seen.” — @HelloLaurenAsh | click to tweet
“Authenticity is my superpower.” — @deunivory | click to tweet
“Joy is the absence of weight.” — @deunivory | click to tweet