Joanne is a digital and mixed media artist. She explores both traditional and nontraditional methods. Joanne tries to find inspiration everywhere she looks in life and tries to express things differently. She hopes people can look at her art and see things with a different perspective./sf

I think I'm just as excited as I am nervous!

Grotto's art is whimsical, flowing and bold. It is filled to the brim with emotion and up for your interpretation.
He loves using oil pastels because it brings the boldest colors with incredible blending power. Grotto also draws, sculpts, screen-prints and sews. /sf

Grotto is a local queer and trans freelance artist that creates art for art sake! Art is an expression of emotion and connection, that is why art is essential!

Megan, a full time painter and illustrator, likes to draw people and reflective surfaces. When not painting, they like badminton, making models and watching horror films./sf

I work as a full time painter and illustrator.
I currently am part of a group show at the Art Gallery Of Nova Scotia. It is up until September!

Craig returns to Art Battle! He sees as a photographer and loves to draw with a pen and water color. His work is often centered around architecture and landscapes./sf

Thank you all for coming out tonight. Without you, this would not be the same😊

Tawqa, an acrylic artist, says there is no hidden meaning behind her art. She just creates something that is beautiful to the eye./sf

Corey returns to Art Battle! Corey paints his adventures and experiences. He paints what he feels and sees as it appears to him. Corey, having done Art Battle before, is great at fast paintings, as his pieces never take more than a few hours./sf

I am thrilled to have a chance to join this competition. Looking forward to a fun night!

A father to five, Vasile paints what captures his eye and what he finds beautiful. He hopes that people find happiness within his art./sf

Most of Kirstie's work is commission based portraits or chalk walls. She once painted 100 portraits in 9 months for a Lumiere project and contributed 99% of the large artwork at Breton Brewing Co. She specializes in drawing, painting, chalk, pottery, jewelry, cake decorating, and photography./sf

I'm a stay-at-home mom and artist who loves to create. From portrait commissions to chalkboard art, I'm always exploring new ways to express myself. I’m so excited to add Art Battle to my artistic journey!

Baillie has been painting for over 20 years and is always learning. She has her own business called A Happy Medium where she hosts paint nights, creates commissions, along with many other artistic services. On top of that she works her 9-5 ‘day job’ and is also a mother of two! Baillie is super excited to be considered as an All Star at tonight's event./sf

Baillie has been painting for over 20 years and is always learning. She has her own business called A Happy Medium where she hosts paint nights, creates commissions, along with many other artistic services.
On top of that she works her 9-5 ‘day job’ and is also a mother of two!
Baillie is super excited to be considered as an All Star at tonights event 🙂

Myndi is excited to participate in Art Battle again. She doesn't stick to one style and a different type of image comes out almost every time she paints. She likes vivid color and high contract. In addition to acrylics, she also works with watercolor, drawing and collage./sf

hi! I'm excited to compete again! You can check out my portfolio online at
www.myndi.ca

James is a self-taught artist working in Scratchboard, Linocut Printmaking and Acrylics. Growing up in Dartmouth and Cole Harbour, and having the good fortune of extensive travel experience, James primarily works in abstract landscapes with a straightforward approach; find your voice, keep it simple, and trust your process. And not only does he find his voice in his artwork, James is also a singer/songwriter performing monthly at The Old Triangle. For more information about his art and his music, visit his website at www.jamesferrismusic.com/sf

James is a self-taught artist working in Scratchboard, Linocut Printmaking and Acrylics. Growing up in Dartmouth and Cole Harbour, and having the good fortune of extensive travel experience, James primarily works in abstract landscapes with a straightforward approach; find your voice, keep it simple, and trust your process. And not only does he find his voice in his artwork, James is also a singer/songwriter performing monthly at The Old Triangle. For more information about his art and his music, visit his website at www.jamesferrismusic.com

Kim, an NSCAD graduate, is getting back into painting and illustration. Her newest painting ideas are figurative exiting the human form in a realistic and abstracted approach. In addition to painting, she works with weaving, screen printing and fashion design./sf

NSCAD Textile graduate, just painting for fun.