Who We Are
Sagesse designs™ was founded in 2007 by childhood best friends, Cathy Balenovic & Michele Dante.
The idea was born after card shopping for a dear friend who was just diagnosed with cancer and not finding any cards to convey what we really wanted to say.
Why not create cards ourselves? So, with Cathy's Mom's beautiful art and Michele's talent for
helping people relax, Sagesse designs™ was created. It has been exciting to start this new business.
We wanted to create something beautiful. A concept that would showcase original art, simple intimate expressions, and the opportunity to relax that could be offered
as a gift.
We hope our cards and CD's will touch those to whom they are given, offering inspiration, care and moments of peace.
Sandy Mezinis
Sandy Mezinis is the featured artist for the launch of our cards. An award winning watercolorist, Sandy is also an ovarian cancer survivor. To view more of Sandy's exceptional work, please visit www.SandyMezinis.com
Michele Dante
Michele Dante is the featured artist for the guided visualization CDs. Michele is a nationally certified yoga teacher and co-owner of Inner Vision Yoga in Arizona. She is dedicated to teaching relaxation and meditation to help people find peace inside.
Cathy Balenovic
Cathy Balenovic has been working in the airline industry for over 16 years. Cathy has a strong background in the arts and the creation of Sagesse Designs™ has been the fulfillment of a life long dream to combine art, healing and giving back to the community.
Thank you to the many people who helped us launch this project.
Sandy Mezinis for her exceptional art that has been a touchstone of beauty and expression
for our cards.
Connie Engel and Cyndi Coon who designed, advised, and created with us to a wonderful fruition.
Stefanie Neuburger, webmaster for her absolute kindness
and professionalism.
Alisa Diez for her courage, friendship, and inspiration.
Family, friends, and to everyone who has contributed to bringing this concept to life, THANK
YOU.