Been an artist since the age of 10 and although I've put some stuff aside to raise my family it would be awesome to get back in it and see where I'm at. Mostly fantasy, cartoon/comic book style art. Painting, watercolour and copic markers.

Ashley paints acrylic and oil works inspired by nature and majestic wilderness scenes, combining realistic detail with abstract textures and vibrant colors to create unique perspectives. A former Art Battle competitor, she enjoys the energy of live painting and connecting with other artists. Through her art, Ashley aims to convey a sense of peace and highlight the calming beauty found in the natural world.

Benjamin Johnmark is a Nigerian visual artist based in Canada whose work bridges painting, drawing, and 3D animation/visualization. He is the founder of I Can Draw Art Studio in Ottawa and the creative lead of I Can Draw Africa, a collective of over 100 young Black artists from across the continent.

His current project, Faces and Places: We All Belong, celebrates cultural diversity in Canada and is also his Guinness World Record attempt to create the largest collage. His long-term vision is to establish the I Can Draw Institute for The Arts in Nigeria, training the next generation of African animators and visual storytellers.

I am an Ottawa based self taught artist who is obsessed with creating different pieces that challenge me! I specialize in wildlife realism and pet portraits. I have a creative side that is waiting to be unleashed and incorporated into my realism. I’ve opened my own company and looking to get more involved in our art community. I’m kind, fun and determined to expand and grow as an artist. I love nothing more than getting immersed into a canvas for hours on end so I have no idea how 20 minutes will go but couldn’t be more excited to be considered for this battle. Art isn’t just my hobby, job or passion, it’s my life.

I'm a landscape designer by study, but artist at my core. I'm heavily inspired by nature, life's little moments, color and play.
I try to capture whimsy and vibrance in my paintings through forms and exploring new mediums, from oil paints, acrylics, watercolors and oil pastels.
I'm a huge animal lover, so I've created many pet portraits and recently a mural of family pets for a boarding kennel. I'm often exploring my practice by sketching in public at cafes or scenes in the park, to working through my own feelings and identity like a vibrant journal page.

I am a multimedia artist who has been creating artwork within the Ottawa community since 2009. I am passionate about expressing stories, meaning, and emotion through visuals in the form of painting, photography, videography, animation, and tattoo body art. My paintings often feature bright colours and combine elements of impressionism with fine detail, and I enjoy experimenting with various painting methods and mediums to explore new creative possibilities.

I have painted with art battle previously and have strived to improve at this really interesting artistic activity. Its a challenge I really enjoy meeting.

Abstract, vibrant pieces inspired by nature, technology, and whatever comes out of my brain.

My art is a self expression,exploration of colors and textures. A sens of liberation.

I am a portrait artist who finds inspiration in the stories written on people’s faces. My artistic style combines oil and watercolor, with watercolor being especially powerful for me in capturing delicate details and expressive moods in portraits. I love experimenting with different approaches—whether it’s the limited Zorn palette, plein air painting, or tonalism—each adding new depth to how I explore light, color, and emotion. What drives me most is connection: the ability of art to bridge cultures, spark conversations, and share the resilience and beauty of the human spirit.

Holly Alaine Staples is an artist and art educator originally from Maryland, USA. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art and Art History from Concordia University in Montréal in June 2024. Holly’s artistic practice explores figures, portraits, animals, and the natural world, often through feminist and magical themes. Working primarily in painting, drawing, and printmaking, she also transforms secondhand clothing with embroidery and fabric paint. Since 2017, she has worked as a face and body painter at events including parties, festivals, concerts, and dance performances. Holly currently teaches online art classes for children through Miss Jenny’s Studio and is seeking in-person teaching opportunities in Ottawa—including workshops, paint-and-sip events, small group classes, and private art tutoring for all ages. She is available for custom artwork, upcycled clothing commissions, and face and body painting bookings for the fall and winter seasons.

I’ve been creating art for as long as I can remember - and apparently, my kindergarten reindeer drawing (complete with ALL FOUR legs) was the first sign that art would be a lifelong pursuit. Art has always been a part of my life, evolving from a childhood pastime into a quiet but constant companion.

In high school, I was fortunate to receive recognition through the Young at Art competition, which encouraged me to keep exploring my creativity. After one “conventional” year in university, I decided to follow my instincts and switch to a fine art program.

Today, I’m a full-time working professional based in Ottawa who continues to create art as a passionate side practice. My work has often lived in the hands and homes of friends and family, shared as personal gifts rather than public displays. Whether it’s painting, sketching, writing or a little bit of wood working, I’m inspired by the balance between everyday life and creative expression.

Outside the studio, you can usually find me enjoying the simple pleasures of good company, great food, and a well-poured glass of wine - because inspiration comes in many forms, and mine always comes from a full soul.