Anna Dawson, a Brooklyn-based designer and artist, draws her inspiration from the dynamics of surfing, a passion developed through her challenges and love for the sport. Raised in Sausalito, California by architect parents, her upbringing was immersed in art and design, blending creativity with outdoor exploration. This background fuels her design philosophy, which seeks to mirror the interplay between body and water, an homage to her journey in surfing. Her work, a fusion of functionality and artistic expression, is deeply personal, reflecting her resilience and affinity for nature. An alumnus of Whitman College and the Rhode Island School of Design, Anna specializes in photography and furniture design. Her unique style narrates resilience, discovery, and a harmonious relationship with the natural world, capturing the essence of life’s serendipitous nature.