Emily is a professional artist based in Fredericton, New Brunswick, specializing in acrylics, watercolors, ink, and digital art. She runs her own live art business, Emily Anne Illustrations, and draws inspiration from her 8-year-old daughter. Emily captures dynamic experiences like weddings and festivals in real-time, using ink for live sketches and exploring digital art for contactless commissions during the pandemic.

My name is Emily Anne, I am an artist living in Fredericton with the worlds best little girl and boyfriend! I provide live sketching at weddings and social events creating one of a kind portraits as party favours! I’m so excited to have a chance to compete again and to create something beautiful for you all!

Bartly Ferguson is a self-taught oil painter from Summerside, PEI, specializing in the wet-on-wet technique with a focus on landscapes. For over three years, he has been capturing the natural beauty of the Maritimes and the rest of Canada through his art, blending colors to create vivid, emotive scenes. A proud father of three, Bartly has showcased his work at events such as the Capital Art Sale, Art On the Bridge, and the S.T.A.R.S. Children Gala fundraiser in Fredericton, and his paintings have also been featured in local cafés.

My name is Bartly Ferguson from Summerside PEI. Im a self taught oil landscape artist for over 3 years now. A father to 3 amazing children. I have been involved in events in Fredericton such as the Capital Art Sale, Art On the Bridge, S.T.A.R.S Children Gala fundraiser for traumatized children and I've had my art displayed in the local cafes. My huge support comes from my mother Brenda, sister tracey, brother Troy and my wonderful girlfriend Laura.

Kayla is an artist and poet focused on women’s health, reproductive rights, and mental wellness. Trained in acrylic and oil, she blends painting and poetry to create safe, compassionate spaces for healing. Often described as “quirky,” her heartfelt style is inspired by her late mother and her journey as a mom. Kayla is currently developing a poetry collection to spark open conversations, alongside art projects that celebrate childhood and emotional resilience.

Hello AB fans,

I am currently focusing my energy in promoting women's health with my painting and poetry; actively seeking compassion and healing through my mental health art therapy practices.

Currently working on creating (and one day publishing) a collection of poetry that opens up safe conversations rooted in women's health and reproductive rights.

Still loving every day as a stay at home mom with my 2 beautiful daughters. Hopefully making a difference for a better future for them, by cultivating a culture of change and compassion today.

Thank you for supporting Art Battle, looking forward to a fun event with a very talented group of artists.
-KD

Jelena's artwork is vibrant and cartoonish. She enjoys inventing her own characters and employing a variety of colors to depict scenes. While her pieces may appear chaotic at first, they ultimately come together beautifully!

Excited to be part of Art Battle! Come support your local artists and catch all the live painting action.

Stacy creates art in various forms, including painting and carving, with a focus on faces, nature, and the surreal. While she primarily creates for her own enjoyment, she has also taught painting classes. Stacy is a skilled 3D pumpkin carver and works with oils and acrylics for painting, as well as pumpkins and wood for carving.

Jody is passionate about tattoos, teaching, and textiles—and yes, she paints too! She specializes in portraiture, often using ink, and loves working with weird and expressive subjects. Her artistic toolkit includes pen, pencil, acrylics, inks, photography, and tattooing.

Both a licensed teacher and tattoo artist.
Addicted to knitting and wears only hand knit socks. Currently working on a Masters Degree in Education.

Monica's art style is a blend of impressionism and surrealism, where she brings layered concepts to life through vibrant, colorful pieces. She thrives in art battles, as they push her boundaries and encourage both self-control and the freedom to let go. Drawing inspiration from nature, her personal experiences, and her adventures, Monica creates works that are deeply meaningful and visually striking.

Ginette is an artist with a lifelong passion for painting, specializing in abstract realism and live art. She thrives on the adrenaline of creating in front of a crowd, especially during live painting competitions. Inspired by light, movement, unexpected color combinations, social connection, and patterns, her work explores the balance between realism and abstraction. Through abstracted, pixelated compositions, Ginette aims to create pieces where both elements coexist and enhance one another.

Tracey is an artist who finds joy in birds and the cozy company of her cats. She works with acrylics, ink, and mixed media, creating paintings known for their cheerful, bright colors. Largely self-taught through YouTube tutorials—especially those by the Art Sherpa—Tracey spent two years learning techniques before recently beginning to develop her own original work, full of personality and vibrant energy.

So excited to be back for an inspirational night of art!

Marjorie is a self-taught artist known for her vibrant use of color and rich textures. Working with palette knives, brushes, and even her hands, she creates abstract, emotion-driven pieces often inspired by the expressive style of Jackson Pollock. What began as a hobby has grown into a powerful creative outlet, allowing her to channel and express deep emotion through bold, energetic compositions.

Q is a multidisciplinary artist who uses oil paint, acrylics, magazine paper, and scripture. He enjoys working with magazine paper for its flexibility, allowing him to bring texture and movement to his subjects. Q pushes the boundaries of live painting by combining paint and magazine paper, often focusing on themes of happy people and cultural expression.