We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Hana Delong. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Hana below.

Hana, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. Are you happier as a creative? Do you sometimes think about what it would be like to just have a regular job? Can you talk to us about how you think through these emotions?

I am quite happy as a creative. It has allowed me to be myself and explore all aspects of life through movement. I get to tell stories as well as push the boundaries of what the body can do. Though it does come with challenges. I do sometimes wonder what it would be like if I had tried a different career path. I try not to dwell on past decisions, because I do believe things happen for a reason, but I don’t know if I would ever be as fulfilled as I am as an artist

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

I am a professional dancer, choreographer, and fitness trainer that dabbles in furniture building for myself and friends on the weekends. Dance truly found me. I was a shy kid with a big imagination and when I started dancing in high school it was something that really brought me out of my shell. I would watch music videos all day and teach myself the steps. I knew this was something I wanted to take seriously.
Choreography didn’t come to me till a bit later. I started to really enjoy telling stories through movement. I have always been called a “theatrical” person and so I finally wanted to incorporate that in my work and then choreography just started coming out.
As I began I professional journey fitness really came hand in hand with my dancing. It helped strengthen my body for the rigorous day to day we had in rehearsals and I wanted to help others with that as well.
Now when it comes to furniture building I really just wanted to try it. I purchased a home and when it was time to try and furnish it, items were so expensive. I just thought to myself that I can do this. So I started watching videos and buying equipment and dove in. Next thing I knew I was building tables, beds, dressers, etc. then my friends started asking me to do that same for them. I started recording myself as I work on my home. I am always extremely proud of the things I build. Because it really takes time and it feels like such an accomplishment when you complete a project.

Is there mission driving your creative journey?

Yes, I really want to be my own boss. I am very passionate about supporting others and helping people get what they deserve whether it’s through work or is a product I’m producing. My goal is to take things into my own hands and be able to build my very own business

What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?

The most awarding part is moving people. Having the audience or a customer enjoy your performance, or class, or product. Making people feel something every time is the most rewarding thing

Contact Info:

• Website: Hey, check out my website, “Hana Delong” with this link: https://hanadelong.wixsite.com/hanadelong
• Instagram: @hanadelong1 @hanadelongdiy
• Facebook: Hana Delong

Image Credits
Kent Barker