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Art emerged naturally in my younger years. I sold work in my early twenties but took a hiatus with family and vocation. Upon moving to Nanaimo, my art interests were renewed. West Coast landscapes, seascapes, buildings, and villages stimulate my creative processes. And I am inspired by Canada’s Group of Seven and West Coast artists…
Jane learned the art of making silver jewellery through adult education and various workshops and classes. Six years ago, she started working intensely with a designer in Mexico where she spends her winters. Jane enjoys making all sorts of jewellery designs and makes small, eclectic collections that reflect her company name, Totally Jane
Sarah is a self taught artist who finds inspiration through nature and the endless beauty of Vancouver Island. She discovered working with paper and loves the unique 3D, textured effect she gets from bold colour combinations. Email: skbrunt@icloud.com
Rohana has an extensive background and training in drawing, painting, design and textiles. She is inspired by her environment and paints in oils and acrylics. She splits her time between Mexico and Vancouver Island and loves to capture street scenes, landscapes and people involved in activities.
Gail was educated in Alberta with an Education and Bachelor of Science Degree in Textiles and Fashion. She has always been fond of experimenting with various textile art forms. In 2014, she relocated to Vancouver Island and discovered painting with dye on silk. Gail loves colour and capturing the personalities of her subjects in her…
Lori lives in Deep Bay on Vancouver Island. She became a self-taught artist in the mid 1990s and as worked in oils, water colour and silk painting. Today, Lori paints on pre-made glass forms such as teapots, vases, wine goblets and mugs using Ceramic Metallic Paste.
Bruce is a Freelance naturalist, writer, photographer. For samples of Bruce’s photography you may also visit: https://strayfeathersphotography.smugmug.com and for his books see: http://www.strayfeathers.ca
Kees has been a Vancouver Island artisan for over 20 years. His work reflects his philosophy that function can be expressed in beauty – “Art that Works”, and is designed and created in his home studio. A European background and love for elegant simplicity is evident in the clean, organic lines of his designs.