Garden 3 – Vibrant

Violet was born and raised in Edmonton and moved to Vancouver to pursue a career as a graphic designer. In 1988, she graduated with honours from the Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design and worked as a professional graphic designer for more than 30 years. A need for a new creative outlet and a change in direction led her to kiln-formed glass. Violet began working with glass in 2008 under the mentorship of Brock Craig at Craig Studios. Her work can be found in galleries/shops across Canada. She works out of her home studio in Burnaby, BC. Violet’s kiln-formed glass is clean and contemporary. Her attention to detail and finish and love of colour, pattern and texture reveal themselves in distinctly unique, functional and sculptural pieces, equally elegant for the home, garden and body. Her work is highly influenced by her graphic design sensibility and her love of gardening and desire to create unique glass pieces for her own garden has led her to developing a diverse selection of sculptural items, sure to stand out in any garden.

Dana Huhn started making art at a young age. She has a background in art history, graphic design, business administration, and ten years in the architecture field. Shortly before covid she began painting regularly and now she has made it her main focus. She is based on the North Shore where she works and lives with her family. Dana spends a lot of time experimenting with different mediums and techniques. She currently has two bodies of work. One collection incorporates photography and alcohol ink painting. Her photographs are often taken around West and North Vancouver and Vancouver Island, taking inspiration from forests, trees and the Pacific ocean. Pairing the photograph with her painting is a process she really enjoys and for her, it celebrates the natural beauty around her. Her other focus is colourful semi-abstract/abstract painting. This work is often a playful exchange between vibrant colours and bold (sometimes whimsical) patterns and marks.

Born and raised in a rural farming community, Leanne was keen to explore the world after completing a Bachelor of Arts. She spent three years living in London and Melbourne soaking up culture and history. these travels are now a source of inspiration for her paintings. Based in Vancouver, Leanne tosses between photo realism cityscapes and mixed media abstracts and looks to capture the fleeting moments that would otherwise pass unnoticed.

Violet was born and raised in Edmonton and moved to Vancouver to pursue a career as a graphic designer. In 1988, she graduated with honours from the Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design and worked as a professional graphic designer for more than 30 years. A need for a new creative outlet and a change in direction led her to kiln-formed glass. Violet began working with glass in 2008 under the mentorship of Brock Craig at Craig Studios. Her work can be found in galleries/shops across Canada. She works out of her home studio in Burnaby, BC. Violet’s kiln-formed glass is clean and contemporary. Her attention to detail and finish and love of colour, pattern and texture reveal themselves in distinctly unique, functional and sculptural pieces, equally elegant for the home, garden and body. Her work is highly influenced by her graphic design sensibility and her love of gardening and desire to create unique glass pieces for her own garden has led her to developing a diverse selection of sculptural items, sure to stand out in any garden.

Dana Huhn started making art at a young age. She has a background in art history, graphic design, business administration, and ten years in the architecture field. Shortly before covid she began painting regularly and now she has made it her main focus. She is based on the North Shore where she works and lives with her family. Dana spends a lot of time experimenting with different mediums and techniques. She currently has two bodies of work. One collection incorporates photography and alcohol ink painting. Her photographs are often taken around West and North Vancouver and Vancouver Island, taking inspiration from forests, trees and the Pacific ocean. Pairing the photograph with her painting is a process she really enjoys and for her, it celebrates the natural beauty around her. Her other focus is colourful semi-abstract/abstract painting. This work is often a playful exchange between vibrant colours and bold (sometimes whimsical) patterns and marks.

Born and raised in a rural farming community, Leanne was keen to explore the world after completing a Bachelor of Arts. She spent three years living in London and Melbourne soaking up culture and history. these travels are now a source of inspiration for her paintings. Based in Vancouver, Leanne tosses between photo realism cityscapes and mixed media abstracts and looks to capture the fleeting moments that would otherwise pass unnoticed.

Ava Maria Safai is a multi-disciplinary artist based in BC; she is best known for her work in music and film. Ava Maria has three albums, one EP, a Christmas single, a Canada Council for the Arts-funded musical, and her own production company under her belt, to name a few. Ava Maria is currently working on her fourth full-length album and recently premiered her first short at the prestigious CRAZY8s film festival. Ava Maria’s music has been featured in theatre, film, and TV projects across the globe, including on Lifetime’s Dance Moms. She currently has over 1 million streams on Spotify and is represented by Lloyd Talent. www.avamariasafai.com

Ava Music & Art Centre Ltd. is a music school, store and repair shop based in North Vancouver, BC. Established in 1995 by Mr. Fred Safaei, 

Ava Music & Art Centre Ltd. currently employs over fifteen dedicated instructors and staff members, and is run under the management of Heather Deris. Together, Mr. Safaei and Ms. Deris have created a facility in which students of all ages, levels and socioeconomic backgrounds are able to pursue their dreams in the arts industry. Ava Music & Art Centre Ltd.’s mandate is to provide our students with an outstanding, well-rounded arts education and incomparable customer service. www.avamusic.ca

Imagine, if you will, a woman with a compelling voice singing to the music of her acoustic guitar. “All that we need is this moment in time….” In the next moment you become aware of a small band around you weaving sound a light together with such passion that it is all you can do to relax, sit back and enjoy the grand journey together. Karen Fowlie is an award-winning songwriter from Vancouver.

Ava Maria Safai is a multi-disciplinary artist based in BC; she is best known for her work in music and film. Ava Maria has three albums, one EP, a Christmas single, a Canada Council for the Arts-funded musical, and her own production company under her belt, to name a few. Ava Maria is currently working on her fourth full-length album and recently premiered her first short at the prestigious CRAZY8s film festival. Ava Maria’s music has been featured in theatre, film, and TV projects across the globe, including on Lifetime’s Dance Moms. She currently has over 1 million streams on Spotify and is represented by Lloyd Talent. www.avamariasafai.com

Ava Music & Art Centre Ltd. is a music school, store and repair shop based in North Vancouver, BC. Established in 1995 by Mr. Fred Safaei, 

Ava Music & Art Centre Ltd. currently employs over fifteen dedicated instructors and staff members, and is run under the management of Heather Deris. Together, Mr. Safaei and Ms. Deris have created a facility in which students of all ages, levels and socioeconomic backgrounds are able to pursue their dreams in the arts industry. Ava Music & Art Centre Ltd.’s mandate is to provide our students with an outstanding, well-rounded arts education and incomparable customer service. www.avamusic.ca

Imagine, if you will, a woman with a compelling voice singing to the music of her acoustic guitar. “All that we need is this moment in time….” In the next moment you become aware of a small band around you weaving sound a light together with such passion that it is all you can do to relax, sit back and enjoy the grand journey together. Karen Fowlie is an award-winning songwriter from Vancouver.