DD, a.k.a Allyson Lipkin, is a visual artist, performer, and entertainer. She started playing alto saxophone, singing, and performing live in clubs in her mid 20's. Her first band, "Deep Sombreros" became a local Austin, TX favorite with their comical stage antics and old world-inspired jazzy tunes. Allyson was the saxophonist and co-writer for the band's music along with the 3 brothers Grant (Peter, Ian, Christian) who played guitars and upright bass, respectively.
She made glass lamps under the business name Freedom In Glass from 1994 - 2008 when she decided to go back to school to
obtain her Design Degree and study graphics, typography, and web design.
After many years working at a few of Austin's best Marketing and Design firms, Allyson decided to go freelance and opened Lipsting Media. She's had the pleasure of working for some of Austin's most creative for profits, including Honk!TX.
Most recently she has been making public art and has shown in Austin and Manhattan.
She made glass lamps under the business name Freedom In Glass from 1994 - 2008 when she decided to go back to school to
obtain her Design Degree and study graphics, typography, and web design.
After many years working at a few of Austin's best Marketing and Design firms, Allyson decided to go freelance and opened Lipsting Media. She's had the pleasure of working for some of Austin's most creative for profits, including Honk!TX.
Most recently she has been making public art and has shown in Austin and Manhattan.
