Artist's Bio's

.Gallery and Studio Artists
.Artists Painting chairs for auction
.Artists Teaching in the Classroom

Gallery and Studio Artists

Sherry Bezanson

If I were to appease the goddesses of service and completely give up my day job as a social entrepreneur, I would love to make my living doing mixed media, collage and fabric arts. That would put a smile on my face. Combining west coast imagery, such as the sea, boats, and visages of marine life enthuses me and inform’s my art. I get lost in this form of creative work and hours can go by as I interface with words, fabric, pictures, photos – all creating a new story in a non-linear way. Upcycling with fabric is also a transformative experience for me…imagining new ways to recreate old fashion items. I began this work in 1990 and it has evolved with my own experiences and time away from the desktop. A lot of my creative juices are also squeezed out in the form of words – I write poetry, do creative journaling, write professional and creative articles, and technical manuals.
Studio & Gallery Artist: 610 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith, BC
Contact Info: sbezanson@uniserve.com
Web: Sherry Bezanson - mixed media www.girlpowergroups.org
In the News: Articles in the Chronicle Newspaper

Bonnie Cruickshank
Biography - painter
To me, art is a joy-filled, mysterious, soul satisfying endeavour. It brings me great happiness, plays a central role in your spiritual development and inspires me to move forward.

I began painting in 2000, am eclectic in my tastes and like vivid colours. Working mostly in acrylics, I also enjoy pastels, mono-prints and have tiptoes toward watercolours. As I evolve as a painter, I am always in awe of the endless power of the creative spirit that I feel within.

As on of the founding members of the Ladysmith Arts Council, I am encouraged that Ladysmith has this gallery space and hope our growing artistic community has the opportunity to flourish and expand in the future.
Email: clearcitrine@hotmail.com

Artists Painting Chairs for Auction

For more details Jan 14/12 - Pick a chair to paint

Dennis Brown

Gail Ralphs

Artists Teaching in the Classroom

Aisha Alsop

(left)
Ladysmith-born Aisha has been involved with children in many different areas, from drama, swimming, daycamps, childcare, storytelling, and art. A mom of three, this lady will help any child find the secret artist waiting to be found. Not only will she inspire your child, she will create a world where self-esteem and personal growth will flourish.

Josslyn Meyers

Instructor: Josslyn Meyers(B.F.A., B.ED)
is a member of the Waterfront Gallery and has taught many watercolor sessions to all ages.

Leona Petrak

(right)
Studio Coordinator
Classroom Coordinator
Gallery co-coordinator
Life Drawing facilitator in Studio

Gail Ralphs

Watercolour Classes
Gallery co-coordinator
Volunteer and gift shop coordinator

Darlene Plaxton

Coffee and Clay mornings Classes

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