Evelyn Meinz grew up in the small town Ottawa, Illinois.  Her mother, an artist herself, introduced her to techniques of fine art and the importance of self-expression, creativity and independent thinking.  Whether it was going to a gallery, working on her own art, or visiting her mother’s studio Evelyn was constantly involved in the art world. Evelyn at an early age was introduced to ballet, which she did for many years. 

She took time away from dance to attend San Diego State University where she spent most of her time going to the beach, spending time with friends, and studying politics. It was not until she found the winter too cold for surfing that she decided to get back into dance.  Although tempted to return to ballet she chose ballroom dancing for variety instead. She became an instructor with Arthur Murray Franchised Dance Studios where she was awarded instructor of the year in 2004.

Evelyn recently moved to Los Angeles in order to follow her dreams of dance and art. She is attending school to receive her master’s degree in architecture as well as pursuing her ballroom dance career as an instructor, competitor and show performer.  While she has competed and performed throughout the U.S. she has found L.A. her permanent home because it contains everything in one place: architecture, adventure, great music, the beach and of course a plethora of opportunity for dance!