Denman Art Studio Tour 2025, August 16 & 17

Inside the Studio: Meet the Artists and Their Mediums

On August 16 & 17th on Denman Island, step inside the studios of over 20 incredible local artists working on everything from stained glass and ceramics to weaving, mixed media, and photography. Each artist brings a distinct vision, style, and medium to the table. Together, they offer a vibrant tapestry of creativity, tradition, and innovation.

Here is a glimpse into their worlds:

Bonnie Snair

Bonnie’s luminous stained glass pieces are framed with natural materials like driftwood, live-edge wood, and barnboard – making each piece a perfect balance of color, light, and organic texture.

Jenn Gosse

Jenn’s studio is a playground of mediums: epoxy, acrylics, pen and ink, and clay. She experiments freely, creating layered, unexpected work that spans 2D and 3D forms.

Cathy Szibo & Isabelle Fusey

This duo crafts handwoven textiles on traditional looms, honoring age-old techniques while producing beautiful, functional works full of pattern and texture.

Dakota Burpee

Dakota weaves everything from home textiles to experimental garments and sculptural pieces – a fresh take on fiber arts rooted in both tradition and innovation.

Doug Burpee

Doug’s functional and sculptural works combine wood, metal, and stone – from finely crafted funriture to lighting, carving, and large-scale sculpture.

Dante Ambriel

Dante’s art is whimsical, surreal, and dream-inspired. Her work shifts across mediums as she translates imaginative visions into playful, provoking pieces.

Tashi Draper

A multi-disciplinary artist, Tashi creates across photography, painting, jewelry, ceramics, textiles, leatherwork, and printmaking – a master of many forms.

Ember Blair

Ember’s studio blends sculpture, ceramics, painting, and textile art – a richly layerd practice with a tactile, expressive edge.

Fireweed

Fireweed begins with sculptural composition of natural materials – seaweed, leaves, textures of the island – and transforms them into photographic works on canvas, paper, and fabric.

Gordon Hutchens

Gordon’s pottery spans a vast range of firing techniques, styles, and colours,  from everyday functional ware to museum-quality ceramic art.

Jayne Fogarty

Jayne’s home studio is filled with creative energy. She works in painting, sewing, stenciling, lino cuts, and more, always exploring new directions in form and design.

Peter Smallwood

Peter blends woodworking, photography, and watercolor, creating a body of work grounded in craftsmanship, nature, and visual storytelling.

Linda Adair

Linda’s creative world includes painting in acrylic and oil, stained glass, and mosaics, and a wide range of ceramic forms from wheel to sculptural.

Lisa Nielsen Geddes

Lisa’s expressive acrylic and mixed media painting are rich with emotion and texture, built up on board and canvas with vibrant layers and bold marks.

Lynsey Paterson

Lynsey’s eclectic work includes paintings, cards, and clay creations. Her signature medium is acrylic on canvas, barnboard, and hand-cut wooden shapes.

Rose Bacud

Rose specializes in fibre art and needlework, crafting delicate, detailed works that reflect patience, precision, and personal expression.

Angeline Apura

Angeline gives new life to textiles through upcycled, hand-sewn clothing, leather bags, and custom accessories that are as stylish as they are sustainable.

Cathy Stoyko

Cathy’s assemblage and mixed media works include jewelry, masks, collage, and lanterns – using silver, upcycled tin, and treasure trove of materials.

Sarah Graeme

Sarah merges clay and plant fibres into beautiful, functional and sculptural ceramics, a thoughtful blend of material and form.

Sharon Clarke

Sharon transforms recycled metal into luminous jewelry, dishes, and wall art using kiln-fired vitreous enamels, creating beauty from reclaimed objects.

Sudasi Gardner

Sudasi’s joyful work includes oil and watercolour painting, tapestry and rug weaving, pottery, and the use of hand-spun local wool in colorful  creations.

Tachi (Francesca Barker)

Tachi’s mixed media paintings and abstract drawings are deeply intuitive. Her landscapes and improvisational sketches flow across canvas, wood, and bound books.

Each studio we hope you will visit offers more than just art – it reveals a way of seeing, making, and living creatively. From reclaimed materials to age-old weaving traditions, from playful experimentation to functional craftsmanship, these artists remind us that the studio is not just a workspace, but a world unto itself. Whether you are a fellow maker or simply an admirer, we hope this tour will inspire you to look a litte closer at the materials, the process, and the stories behind each work.