Internationally acclaimed makeup artist, photographer, and painter Danielle Rush has seamlessly transitioned into the realm of fine art, bringing her unique fusion of creativity and expression to life. With a career spanning two decades as a makeup artist for Film & Television, she has dazzled audiences with her stunning makeup designs for iconic television shows, earning a Guild Award for Best Makeup and Emmy nominations that speak to her extraordinary talent. Such shows include Bones, Dancing with the Stars, So You Think You Can Dance?, American Idol, and the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, to name a few.

 

Relocating to the breathtaking island of O'ahu with her husband and two beautiful daughters inspired a profound shift in Danielle's creative journey. It was here that she had a dream to combine her 20-year makeup career, love for photography, and painting to create a new type of art that she has named “illuminated ART Hawaii™”. This innovative approach captures the essence of the Aloha spirit, inviting viewers into a world of beauty, light, and visual wonder.

 

Danielle’s artistic achievements have earned significant community and industry recognition. In 2024, she was honored with the People’s Choice Gift and Local Art Small Business Kokua Awards. Her dedication to her craft was further highlighted as the featured Artist of the Month at the Shoreline Hotel in early 2023, and her work has been selected for numerous juried exhibitions across the islands.

On the international stage, Danielle has established a prestigious presence in Japan.

 

Following a successful debut at the Hankyu Umeda Gallery in Osaka in 2024, she returned in 2025 to exhibit at both Hankyu Umeda and Takashimaya locations in Kyoto and Osaka.

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Building on this continued success, 2026 marks her third consecutive year at Hankyu Umeda. This year’s expanded tour includes her second year at Takashimaya Kyoto and Osaka, while also debuting at Takashimaya locations in Yokohama, Nagoya, and Shinjuku.

 

From July 2022 to April 2026, Danielle served as the resident artist at The Twin Fin Hotel, where her illuminated ART Studio inspired and captivated locals and visitors alike. Currently, she is the resident artist at The ART House by illuminated ART at the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa. Her work reminds us of the transformative power of art in fostering connections and celebrating the beauty of life.