Daniela Dair: Multidisciplinary Artist Manager & Art Curator
Founder and Director of Dair Night Art e.V. Berlin and DNA. Art Community, Daniela Ferková (Daniela Dair) creates empowering & creative spaces for artists whilst pursuing her own career as a Writer and Spoken Word Performer. Her vision unites underground culture with sophisticated spaces through the power of words, rhythm, and expression.
Creative Vision & Artistic Identity
Artist, Performer & Art Director
Regular appearances at both underground stages and curated showcases, bringing emotional depth and creative range to every performance, as an individual, also with the community.
Manager, Curator & "Mama"
Full-time Creative Manager committed to supporting artists, curating powerful and inspiring experiences, and designing exceptional, lasting event formats that bring people together and strengthen community bonds.
Published Author & Recording Artist
Five published books including novels and poetry collections, exploring themes of intimacy and identity with her growing collection of work available on Spotify and major streaming platforms.
"Make Poetry Sexy Again"
Signature project reclaiming language as a sensual, rebellious, and vital tool for connection through live shows, readings, and publications.
Management & Curation
High-End Spaces
Curating artistic regular events at Pullman Hotel, SO/ Berlin Das Stue, Hotel Myers´, Vienna House, Alte Münze etc.
Soho House Berlin
Leading role in curation of 1-3 Member Events weekly
Weekly Showcases & Regular Formats
Regular programming at Promenaden Eck, Club Birgit, and A&O Hostel
Festival Presence
Cultural appearances at MELT, Feel Festival, splash! UND.ER, etc.
Daniela bridges grassroots creativity with social sophistication, bringing her signature blend of storytelling, performance, and space curation to diverse venues across Berlin and beyond.
DNA. (Day Night Art) Commuity:
200+ signed Members
A creative community of committed Artists
Talent Development
Supporting emerging and established artists
Collaborative Ecosystem
Building networks of care and creative excellence
Founded in 2016 in Slovakia and expanded to Berlin in 2022, the DNA. Art Community has evolved into a sanctuary for multidisciplinary artists. Under Daniela's leadership, it provides mentoring, training, and curatorial opportunities for community members, empowering female-identifying writers and performers while supporting artists across all disciplines.
Brand Partnerships & Collaborations
Daniela has initiated creative partnerships and curated cultural activations for numerous brands including:
fritz-kola, Jägermeister, SCAVI & RAY, SALITOS, effect energy, Bloody Water, etc.
Her approach brings together underground culture with brand identity through unique storytelling, live experiences, and values-based programming that respects artistic integrity.
Publications & Literary Works
Novels
- "Tanec pre Luciu Frey"
- "Láska a iné pobláznenia"
- "Proti Besom"
- "Platonic Trap"
Poetry Collections
Two published collections exploring themes of identity, connection, and emotional depth, showcasing Daniela's distinctive voice and perspective.
Community Anthologies
Four collaborative publications featuring underrepresented voices - two published in Slovakia and the Czech Republic, two in Germany.
As a publisher, Daniela focuses on community-led narratives and underrepresented voices, creating platforms for emerging writers while developing her own body of work that spans genres and languages.
Workshops & Educational Formats
Weekly Artist-Led Workshops
Organised in collaboration with Subcultours, MELT, splash!, Feel Festival and other cultural partners, providing platforms for knowledge exchange and skill development.
Original Workshop Series
Created under the DNA. umbrella, focusing on creativity, identity, storytelling, and interdisciplinary practice to nurture emerging talent.
Mentoring & Training
Providing personalised guidance and curatorial opportunities for community members within the DNA. Community, supporting their artistic development.
Education and knowledge-sharing form a core part of Daniela's approach to community building, creating accessible pathways for artists to develop their practice and connect with wider audiences.
Professional Background & Expertise
1
BURDA MEDIA, Munich
Project Management experience with one of Europe's largest media companies, developing strategic skills in content creation and distribution.
2
KOUNELI Media Publishing
Editorial & Marketing roles that honed expertise in publishing, content strategy, and audience development.
3
Soho House
Members Events´Curation, Set up, Sound & Light Coordination, regular weekly formats.
4
DANCE & MORE.
Event & Project Management experience that built foundations for current cultural programming and event production work.
Born in Slovakia and shaped by the cultural richness of Central Europe, Daniela brings strategic clarity and poetic sensitivity to her work, combining professional expertise with artistic vision. Her international communication skills and expertise in brand strategy, marketing, and social media campaigns are tailored specifically for the arts and cultural sector.