Daniel Hogan

Life with my wife, Sabrina, is deeply fulfilling, and our journey has taken us to some incredible places. After more than 30 years in Palm Springs, I made one of the best decisions of my life in 2017: moving to the Joshua Tree area in the hi-desert. The change of pace and the wide-open landscapes have been nothing short of transformative. The desert has a way of slowing you down, inviting you to notice the little things—the subtle colors of the sand at sunset, the quiet hum of the wind through Joshua trees. We’re committed to preserving this fragile beauty as members of the Mojave Desert Land Trust, because protecting these landscapes is more than a passion—it’s a responsibility.

I stay busy in our local art community through the Hi-Desert Artists and 29 Palms Art Guild. I’m a fan of the classics—films, cars, and soulful music—but I’m happiest in my home studio. That’s where the real creativity happens. Who knows what magic I’ll cook up next!

I have always been drawn to maps, drafting, and architectural drawings, but it was during my time at the Palm Springs Art Museum—as a member, volunteer, and employee—that this fascination truly took shape. Surrounded by a community of artists who became like family, I learned to transform my interests into the art I create today. A guiding light in this journey was Ellie Smith, who opened my eyes to the magic of creating art from glass. Though she is no longer with us, her spirit lives on in my heart; a photograph of Ellie hangs in my studio as a daily reminder of the power of mentorship and shared creativity.

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