Trisha Oldfield is a mixed media artist, who primarily focuses on collage and acrylic on canvas. For this Demo Trisha will be presenting the evolution of her collage process. Specifically, demonstrating how to create a “portrait” of a person(s) or place using mix media collage on wood. These types of portrait collages can be unique and thoughtful gifts to express deeper acknowledgment of a person’s true personality and character.  Click HERE to  learn more about Trisha.

Sue Williams started silk painting in 2017, after doing a one-day workshop with Lorraine Taylor of Chemainus. After retirement she was was looking for that 'secret sauce' for a creative retirement.  Silk painting turned out to be it! To learn more about Sue you can check out her website at  https://www.duckwillidesigns.com.

In this  Demo Sue will prepare a silk scarf with a pattern mostly outlined in resist.  She will be able to show the application of applying the resist, and will demonstrate the painting process with dyes.  

Nadine specializes in crafting handmade books and journals, meticulously sewn and bound using a number of techniques and a diverse selection of materials such as book board, book cloth, and a variety of hand created papers.  Her journals are adorned with intricate designs, including collaged elements, distressed textures and mark making.  

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In this Demo Nadine will showcase several of her works and provide insight into her creative process.

Joanna [Ridley] Bartkowski is a self-taught artist specializing in colored pencils, based in Ladysmith, British Columbia. She is known for her detailed and lifelike portrayals of North American wildlife and beloved pets. With a passion for capturing texture and personality, her work celebrates the beauty of fur, feathers, and the natural world.

Joanna draws inspiration from her love of animals and nature, striving to foster a deeper appreciation for wildlife and the importance of conservation through her art. Her process involves working from reference photos to create highly detailed sketches that evolve into vibrant, emotive pieces.

An ARTful journal is a visual journal that captures experiences and memories important to you. It is YOUR story. YOU choose what to focus on. It is the combination and merging of words, images, experiences and art on a page. How you combine them and what you use to create those marks is an endless possibility. I have been creating these for years and will bring my books so you can get some ideas. We explore ideas on setting up pages, cool lettering to enhance the look, collage ideas, simple sketching ideas and ways to capture your memories.