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Portia White was a Canadian contralto singer who overcame the obstacles of gender, race and the exclusive nature of the classical music world to gain international renown, and recognition as one of the greatest voices in Canadian history.

Elly MacKay makes magical, atmospheric worlds – enchanting images that tell stories, and portray quiet moments in nature and childhood. Creating tiny drawings, she positions them in layers, skillfully lights and photographs them, producing scenes with captivating depth and emotion. After university (she has a Bachelor of Fine Art from the Nova Scotia College of [...]

Pop surrealist painter, Carollyne Yardley, is sometimes referred to as “The Squirrel Lady.” Having decided to make a career switch a few years ago (previously she ran a successful technology company, Star Global), she taught herself to paint by copying masters such as Ingres and Raphael. She added a squirrel to the first of these [...]

Victoria, BC artist Deborah Leigh is completely self-taught, with the exception of one course (to learn how to apply paint). She didn’t begin drawing until age 55, with no previous creative outlets. She began by drawing playful, detailed images and within just a few years she was exhibiting and selling her work. Now represented by [...]