Kassie Chen is a 17-year-old student at Crofton House School. Her favourite artist is Leonardo da Vinci, and she resonate with his quote, 'Where the spirit does not work with the hand, there is no art,' as it reflects the deep connection between creativity and craftsmanship.

 Shakun is a  contemporary visual artist known for her distinctive signature style and unique use of acrylics & mixed media. She credits her professors Martin Guderna & the late Margaretha Bootsma at ECIAD for inspiring her to move out of her comfort zone painting portraits & still life in oils and start experimenting with acrylics and mixed media. This unplanned and unexpected journey helped her find her very own unique voice and signature style of painting. Her impressionistic semi abstract paintings feel like tranquil expressions of seascapes while the vibrant color field series of abstracts are bold and alive with color and passion.

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Originally from Bombay, India where she enjoyed a career designing and creating costumes, props & sets for stage, theater and two very famous Bollywood films before immigrating to Canada.

Silas Onoja is a Nigerian artist known for his realistic and hyperrealistic paintings. He began his artistic journey in 2016 and holds a Diploma in Fine Art from Benue State Polytechnic. His work often explores themes of music and culture, inspired by his love for classical music. Silas is also influenced by impressionism and continues to refine his craft through various creative explorations. He is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of his art and is seeking opportunities to expand his reach in the global art community.
 

Badarina Nuggehalli is an Indo-Canadian artist based in Vancouver, driven by a desire to capture the diverse emotions of people from various backgrounds through her art. Raised in India, she was instilled with values such as kindness, love, and humility. However, it was in Canada where she found the strength and courage to embrace her true self and appreciate the rich tapestry of cultures around her.

As a child, Badarina Nuggehalli realized that her art was often judged by society's standards and limitations. This realization initially led her to believe that art couldn't truly exist without freedom of expression, causing her to momentarily abandon her passion. However, in 2016, she rediscovered herself through her art, rekindling her confidence and determination.