Every person in the world goes through difficult times in life, but with resilience and self-belief you can rise above all the hurdles. A sheer example of such resilience is the creative powerhouse Yvonne Doll. For her, creating art is a way of life and a way to express her innermost thoughts and feelings, believing her work can also help her followers reconnect with something deep within themselves.
Despite the hard times and grief that Yvonne went through, she has stayed true to her passion for art and music. She has continued her journey of finding beauty and contentment in creating art pieces that reflect her soul and unique identity while moving people’s hearts. Her music expresses the immutable challenges and joys of being human, speaking of her high creativity level.
Yvonne is the lead singer of the indie rock band The Locals. She graduated from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (BFA’ and has been an active member of the Fulton Street Artists Collective for over 15 years. Her band, The Locals, has been part of the Chicago music scene for over a decade. She has played on marquee stages and in music festivals all over the US, including Summerfest (Milwaukee, WI), SXSW, YouBloom (Los Angeles, CA), Dewey Beach PopFest (Dewey Beach, DE), MidPoint Music Fest (Cincinnati, OH), Halstad Market Days (Chicago), etc.
As an artist and musician, her passion has never waned. She still spends hours mastering techniques, developing ideas, and working hard to build an audience for her work. Yvonne also has a thriving tech career as a Design Director, working as a strategic UX and Product Design leader with over 25 years of user experience and user research methodologies. Yvonne is a force to be reckoned with, who has been juggling her passion and profession like a pro.
Yvonne’s mission is to sustain the significance of art and music in her life through her musical performances and art exhibitions. She wants to inspire the world with her creative musings, leaving unforgettable footprints on people’s minds. Very soon, we’ll see her band secure high-profile performances, marking their global presence.
Visit the website and learn more about her art and future endeavors.