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Paityn Savoie
WÂPOSHPYII 

CALGARY, AB - CANADA

Paityn Savoie is a Métis/Cree illustrator. They hold a Bachelor of Design in Illustration with a minor in Printmaking from the Alberta University of the Arts.

Working across illustration, paint, print, textiles, and mural work; Paitynʼs practice brings together natural forms with a subtle sense of unease, shaped by the rural landscapes of the midwestern prairies. Their compositions are defined by bold, uncanny forms and restrained, intentional colour palettes.

Paityn carries the cultural name WÂPOSHPYII, meaning ‘Rabbitʼs Footʼ. This name informs a practice grounded in story and land. Through their work, they share symbols and teachings that reflect Indigenous relationships to the natural world, rooted in respect, reciprocity, and continuity.

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Lacey Jane Wilburn
& Layla Folkmann

WHISTLER / VICTORIA BC - CANADA

International headliners LALA (Lacey And Layla Art) are a Canadian public art powerhouse formed by female artists Lacey Jane Wilburn and Layla Folkmann, recognized for monumental murals that transform civic infrastructure into striking cultural landmarks.

 

Over 16 years of collaboration, the duo has completed 250+ large-scale public artworks across Canada and internationally, bringing luminous colour, technical precision, and powerful storytelling to urban centres, rural landscapes, and public institutions.

Alixandra

Jade

EDMONTON, AB - CANADA

Alixandra Jade is an international multidisciplinary artist specializing in hand painted murals to help enhance and personalize homes, businesses, and communities. Alixandra has worked with a range of clients from private homeowners to large scale developers to corporate and commercial companies. Creating art throughout Canada and the United States.

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Cecelia Leddy
Teenybotanist  

CANMORE, AB - CANADA

Teenybotanist (Cecelia Leddy) is an artist and muralist, from Canmore, AB, whose work takes inspiration from the wildlife and scenery that surround her. Known for her bright colours, bold shapes, and eye-catching designs, her artwork explores the connections between people, places, and nature, and the lasting impacts we have on one another.

 

Teenybotanist has the goal of transforming ordinary spaces into joyful experiences. She is excited to dream bigger with each project and see her artwork come to life in ways that make a meaningful difference in communities.  

Josh
Harnack

EDMONTON, AB - CANADA

Josh Harnack uses visual art to communicate ideas, thoughts, and emotions to the world. Josh was raised in Edmonton, Alberta, where his spark for the arts began. After graduating highschool in 2012, Josh moved to Vancouver to study film. Over the next three years, Josh’s passion shifted towards fine art. Frankly, he found himself too broke to do anything but stay home and paint. During this time, Josh was diagnosed with cancer on three separate occasions, resulting in surgery, radiation treatment, and, ultimately, chemotherapy. In 2015, Josh moved back home to Edmonton, where he began his professional career as an artist. A couple of years later, Josh graduated with honours from NAIT, majoring in both Graphic Design and Visual Communication while showing his works in exhibitions and galleries across Western Canada. Currently, he’s working on a wide range of projects, focused on creating meaningful and worthwhile art before his time expires.  

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Jessica

Semenoff

CALGARY, AB - CANADA

Jessica Semenoff is a muralist whose work represents the beauty of nature in a whimsical way. Known for her vibrant depictions of local flora and fauna, Semenoff’s murals celebrate the native plants of each region she works in, creating art that feels deeply rooted in its environment. Her work often explores themes of sustainability and raising awareness about the importance of local ecosystems. Currently, she lives and works in Calgary, Alberta, however grew up in Warfield, a small mountain town in British Columbia. That is where she developed a deep connection with her surrounding environment. Semenoff’s public works can be found throughout Alberta and British Columbia. Internationally, her public artwork has reached Puerto Escondido, Mexico and Memphis Tennessee for their mural festival Paint Memphis. Additional festivals she has participated in include UpLift! in Jasper, Alberta and Meet The Street in Red Deer, Alberta. Since beginning her professional mural career in 2020, Semenoff has completed large-scale projects spanning over 1,000 square feet. 

Robyn

Schniereer

EDMONTON, AB - CANADA

Robyn is an Edmonton-based artist whose multidisciplinary practice includes painting, mural work, and tattooing. With a background in Conservation Biology and years of experience as a painter and muralist, her work is rooted in ecological awareness and a reverence for the natural world. Her imagery explores themes of escapism, curiosity, and scientific observation, while reflecting an ongoing interest in interconnected systems and the shared human experience.

Working with oil, acrylic, aerosol, ink, and mixed media, Robyn creates vibrant, surreal compositions characterized by dynamic forms and ethereal light. She is interested in natural relationships, life cycles, and exploring the relationship between self and environment. Often creating outdoors, she carries art supplies into natural spaces during hikes, responding intuitively to light, movement, and the landscape around her.

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Andréa
Schmidt

EDMONTON, AB - CANADA

Andréa Schmidt is an artist and graphic designer known for her vibrant and imaginative works that blend elements of illustration and mark making. Drawing inspiration from pop culture, art history, and personal experience, Andréa employs a rich palette of colours and textures to create visually striking pieces. Her work often features fluid forms, bold contrasts, and intricate details that invite viewers to lose themselves in the layers. Recently, Andréa has been shifting her focus toward mural art as a way to bring her work beyond traditional gallery spaces and directly into the community. Passionate about making art more accessible, she sees murals as a powerful medium to transform public spaces, foster connection, and create shared experiences. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, Andréa is also a passionate advocate for the arts community, frequently collaborating with other artists with the aim to learn, inspire, and mentor. As she continues to expand her practice into public art, she remains committed to creating work that is both visually compelling and deeply engaging for the people who experience it.  

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