Join us for an unforgettable art competition where creativity takes center stage! Witness skilled artists create breathtaking masterpieces in just 20 minutes per round.
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Art Battle Edmonton is an 18+ event.
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ARTISTS
Artists can apply to compete. Also, most events have a ‘Wildcard’ easel, where artists leave their names at the door and we draw at random to pick the Wildcard Artist. To be a potential wildcard artist, just buy a ticket and show up!
Confirmed Competitors
Art Battle Edmonton
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13 confirmed artists
Alycia Matchatis
Alycia is an Indigenous artist based in Edmonton whose work is rooted in emotion, culture, and love. Through deeply personal and symbolic pieces, Alycia explores Indigenous issues, especially the impact of intergenerational trauma from residential schools. Each creation is a healing act and a tribute to the resilience and beauty of Indigenous identity.
Ariel Jaffray
Ariel is an Edmonton-based artist whose realistic paintings of flowers and wildlife reveal nature’s quiet beauty. Her signature style—detailed subjects against softly blurred backgrounds—evokes depth and serenity. Guided by a deep love for the natural world, she blends precision with emotion, inviting viewers to pause and rediscover fleeting moments often missed in everyday life.
Chrissy is back! Chrissy, a tattoo artist, loves exploring different styles and mediums in her art. However, she is always drawn back to vivid colorful portraits or darker subjects./sf
Cyrena Sitter is a Contemporary artist based in Edmonton. She works primarily in acrylic and oil paint where she enjoys playing with lighting. Bold and whimsical colors give her pieces a surreal life like appeal.
Kareem is an artist and aspiring architect focused on gaining experiences that will prepare him for a future in the architectural field. His work explores a personal balance between novelty and necessity, often featuring impressionistic elements, thoughtful composition, and expressive use of color. Passionate about painting, Kareem continues to strengthen his artistic voice through art battles and showcase events.
Kate is a self-taught acrylic painter who began her artistic journey in 2018. Her work often features scenic landscapes—especially mountains—and reflects a love for experimentation and growth. Now competing in her third art battle, Kate brings enthusiasm and gratitude to the canvas, celebrating the creative energy of every artist involved.
Mangala Chaminda Maddege
Mangala first joined Art Battle as a Wild Card Artist pulled from the crowd, impressing with a standout performance that earned him an invitation to compete again. Now, he returns on his own to showcase his talent with the canvas.
Marianne thrives in the fast-paced energy of live art battles, creating compelling work under pressure while connecting with fellow artists across provinces. She works primarily in water-based media, layering abstract backgrounds with realistic elements drawn from her own photos, memories, and travels—always with a loose, expressive touch.
Max, a professional artist and 3D animator, loves creating vibrant palette knife paintings. Originally from Ukraine, he moved to Canada in 2013 and also incorporates elements of Ukrainian National Painting into his pop art works.
Michel has exhibited his art across Quebec for over 40 years. Now based in St. Albert, he is a member of the Society of Canadian Artists, SNBA, Mondial Art Academia, and IAF. His work explores the beauty and vulnerability of the boreal forest—a visual tribute that calls for both wonder and protection.
Orinzon Del Aguila Diaz (Órin) is a Peruvian-born, Edmonton-based visual artist with deep roots in surrealism and Amazonian identity. With over 20 years of experience in painting, illustration, graphic design, and sculpture, Órin transforms personal dreams and nightmares into striking, imaginative works. Originally trained as an illustrator, his art channels emotion and symbolism into a distinct, evocative style.
Raevyn Berg is a vibrant artist from Calgary, now based in Sylvan Lake, Alberta. Her playful, expressive work—featuring bright colors, drips, and mixed media—celebrates imagination and the inner child. A Milan Art Institute graduate and Art Battle competitor, Raevyn’s pieces connect deeply with viewers of all ages. Exhibited across Alberta, her whimsical style and heartfelt themes continue to inspire and grow a loyal following.