Working under the pen name Schizostylus, Katherine explores digital, ink, pencil, watercolor, and acrylic mediums. As a full-time freelancer since 2015, she focuses on digital commissions and comics. Now, after honing her online portfolio for a decade, she aims to enhance her real media pieces and revive her love for live painting, a passion from the early 2010s.

Dima, who hails from Ukraine, arrived here a year ago, yet his passion for art has been ingrained in him since childhood. He finds joy in utilizing various mediums and has a penchant for swift drawing.

Sam has returned and is ready for action! Currently a visual arts student, Sam has three pet rats named Marshmallow, Houdini, and Popcorn. Known among friends for always having interesting and unusual facts, Sam never fails to surprise!

Katrina's art captures the essence of reality, driven by a profound urge to delve deeper into the wonders of our remarkable planet. Her pieces have been showcased in both British Columbia and Montreal.

Ellie Martin, at 5’3”, is a force to be reckoned with in the art world. From traditional painting to carving teeth into fruit, her creations are as captivating as they are unique. Fuelled by a competitive spirit since winning a jam competition at 12, Ellie thrives in high-pressure environments.

Beware, be square and be scared, Ellie Martin coming to compete. Standing at a whopping 5’3” Ellie Martin is here to paint something, will it win? Whose knows, I don’t, all I know is that she likes painting. Follow her on her insta @ellie.c.k.Martin or don’t live your life by your own choices. Thank you

Beatrice's art consistently harbors deeper symbolism, particularly as she now directs her focus toward advocating for environmental causes. Her pieces speak volumes, urging the world to heed their message. While she specializes in acrylic painting, Beatrice's mastery extends across various artistic mediums.

I’m 16 and looking forward to being a finalist in Art Battle!

Kelsey, a native, says his go-to are faces. He uses acrylic on canvas and ballpoint pen on paper.

Uncle Kels Loves You

Maria is a purveyor of experiences. Beyond being a music creator and skilled electric guitar player, she has a deep affection for diverse mediums and the power they hold in facilitating self-expression. Maria finds inspiration in nostalgia, self-discovery, and the raw emotion that permeates artistic endeavors.

Live to explore and experience!

Layne is making a triumphant return to Art Battle. While once known for her focus on character art and uncomplicated illustrations, Layne is now broadening her artistic horizons. Her preferred mediums include watercolors, pencils, ink & wash, and pen, showcasing her versatility and growth as an artist.

Thank you for this opportunity! I’m excited to participate in another one of these!!!

Since 1989, Joanne has been instructing as a Bob Ross certified instructor. She's also hosted her own television show on public TV! Beyond these achievements, Joanne has illustrated 11 published children's books, crafted 5 museum diorama murals, and received commissions from Canada, the US, UK, and Europe.

Such a great event…Very excited to be painting along side other like mined artist

Denny, a dedicated artist and skilled sign maker, possesses more than twenty years of experience crafting stunning, vivid artwork. Despite his color-blindness, he demonstrates remarkable talent in his creations. As a 9th generation Metis, Denny's passion for painting has been ingrained since childhood. His artwork has garnered recognition in numerous exhibitions, notably the Toronto Art Festival in 2011.

I’m excited to be here! Check out Dabbing with Denny .com