Dionne Vali

I grew up in Anaheim, California, where I developed a love for both culinary arts and visual art at a young age. My family always encouraged my creativity, whether it was in the kitchen or through artistic expression.  My journey into the world of hospitality began early, and I met my husband while working at Disneyland. Together, we made the life-changing move to Wallowa County, where we helped my in-laws run their restaurant. After some time, we took over the business and ran it successfully for 20 years.

After dedicating 33 years to the hospitality industry, I decided it was time for a change. In 2018, I rekindled my love for art and began exploring new creative outlets. Slowly but surely, I taught myself various techniques in drawing and painting, and found a deep sense of fulfillment in expressing myself through art.

To further immerse myself in the world of art and find inspiration, I joined the Josephy Center, where I can continue to learn and grow as an artist while contributing to the community. My goal is to blend my past experiences with my newfound passion for art, and I look forward to seeing where this next chapter takes me.