Barushka blends folkloric and fusion belly dance with Egyptian and Turkish styles, layered with flamenco, classical Indian, and vintage jazz. Her unique fusion is grounded in traditional belly dance forms and infused with unique vintage stylings, and striking stage presence. She incorporates traditional and eclecrtic music styles with and occaisonally adds sword and veils. The result is a deeply embodied style that is both soulful and visually captivating.

Her training began in the 1996 and includes extensive study in ATS, tribal fusion, fusion, folkloric, egyptian and cabaret styles, as well as African, hip hop, and modern dance. Barushka has studied under legendary artists including Carolena Nericcio, Paulette Rees-Denis, Suhaila Salimpour, Heather Stants, Jill Parker, Rachel Brice, Zoe Jakes, Mardi Love, and swing instructors Emily Vail and Linda & Chester Freeman. These influences continue to inform her evolving artistry and approach to movement as a form of healing and storytelling.

Barushka is the director and choreographer of both The Luminelles and The Luminelle Collective, which she founded prior to co-founding The Bleeding Hearts Belly Dance Co. She also produces immersive annual stage shows, including Saffron Salon and Luminary Café, and is available for custom performance work. In addition to performing, Barushka is a passionate teacher, offering classes that welcome all levels and celebrate the sensual, empowering, and sacred nature of dance.

Her mission is to elevate consciousness and uplift through the transformative art of belly dance.