Katie Flashner

Katie Flashner is the owner and creator of The Girl with the Tree Tattoo, a blog and brand focused on ballroom dancing.2 She is a ballroom dancer, blogger, and writer who started her dancing journey at the age of 29.1

Professional Background

Katie has been studying ballroom dance since 2012 and has competed as an amateur ballroom dancer since 2014.1 She created The Girl with the Tree Tattoo blog in 2015, which has since grown to welcome over 1,600 followers.1 Through her blog, Katie shares her experiences, insights, and the mental and emotional aspects of being a ballroom dancer.1

Writing and Publications

As a writer, Katie has contributed articles to various dance-related publications:

• Regular contributor to FloDance and Sheer Dance magazine
• Featured on DanceBeat, Dancesport Place, Dance Comp Review, and Dance Advantage
• Author of the best-selling digital book series "Dance Diaries"
• Released "The Solo Practice Guide for Ballroom Dancing"1

Brand Development

Katie has developed The Girl with the Tree Tattoo from a blog into a niche brand, providing a voice for adult amateur dancers like herself.3 She describes herself as a multi-passionate creative, combining her love for writing and ballroom dance into her life's work.4

Personal Details

Katie lives in Orange County, California, with her two dogs.1 She is known for her openness in sharing both the positive and challenging aspects of her dance journey, including her experiences with disappointment and personal growth in the competitive ballroom dance world.1