Rawan Ita-Diaz

Rawan Ita-Diaz is an internationally recognized Detroit-based creative. Her art is showcased in global exhibitions from NYC to Venice, Italy. She is featured in online and print publications and is awarded the book cover design winner for an international publication. With a Master's Degree from Lawrence Technological University in Architecture & Design, Rawan works in artistic and architectural capacities to represent people with diverse-abilities and create a more inclusive culture.

In 2017, she was struck by an SUV while walking across a parking lot and her life was never the same. Rawan's permanent injuries cause her to struggle with mobility and endure pain every day. She fell into depression and needed to find purpose in new circumstances. She discovered a form of therapy through art.

To create, Rawan persists through the pain and finds emotional healing while painting. Whether she paints with alcohol ink, watercolor, or acrylic, the art process sends her to a place of safety, relief, and pure bliss. She paints the good, the bad, and the truths of life through what she calls Project TheraPaint, her blog and art business.

Rawan's experience with trauma and solitude encouraged her to seek help and in turn, support othe...

2020
Master of Architecture & Design
Lawrence Technological University

2016
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Lawrence Technological University

2009
License of Cosmetology
Virginia Farrell Beauty School

Upcoming Exhibition:
- The Art Spread: Healing Through Art
May 2023 | Santa Ana, CA

2022
- The Art Spread: IMPACT
Nov. 2022 | Newport Beach, CA

- The Art Spread: Art & Mental Health Awareness
Santa Ana, CA

2021
- The Art Queens: Inner Power
Online Exhibition

2020
- Anton Art Center: Juried Art Show
Online Exhibition
- Pontiac Creative Arts Center: Synergy Redefined
Pontiac, MI

2019
- ITSLIQUID Group Contemporary Venice
Venice, Italy
- Embrace Creatives: Noel Night
Detroit, MI

2018
- Pancakes and Booze
Detroit, MI
- Conception Arts
Chicago, IL
- Clio Art Fair
New York City, NY

2017
- Holiday Gala: Solo Exhibition
Detroit, MI
- RAW Artists: Fixate
Detroit, MI