Marilyn Quaedvlieg

Born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta, Marilyn Quaedvlieg is an artist whose work reflects a lifelong love of art and a deep connection to the landscapes and architecture of Alberta. Working in a realistic and impressionistic style, she uses acrylics, watercolor, pen, colored pencil, and mixed media to capture the character, beauty, and stories of the places that inspire her.

Her formal art training began in childhood at the Shepy School of Fine Art and continued through the Edmonton Art Gallery. Over the years, she explored a variety of creative forms, including sculpture, pottery, carving, and stained glass. As a stained-glass artisan, she also shared her knowledge by teaching stained glass through Edmonton Continuing Education.
After retirement, Marilyn returned to painting with renewed focus. Through art courses and practical experience, she developed a fresh passion for painting and continued to refine her artistic voice.

In watercolor and pen, Marilyn depicts Edmonton’s beautiful and often forgotten historical buildings, sharing their stories through her “North Side” series. She also paints the hidden treasures of Alberta’s scenery, inviting viewers to notice the unique surroundings close to home.

True to her motto, “paint what you love,” Marilyn’s work also includes a series of floral paintings inspired by her passion for gardening.

Kathryn Dutchak

Kathryn Dutchak was born in 1988 as a twin to another brother in a family of six. Her father worked for the Ministry of Sustainable Resource Development before dying of cancer in 2012, and her mother was a school teacher before quitting the workforce in the early 2000’s due to the chronic wasting disease, MS. As fourth generation Ukrainian settlers, mixed with second generation Polish WWII refugees, Kathryn’s work strives to uncover the truth while still working within the realms of art, craft, illustration and photography.

Instagram: @kakkystickerstudio
Facebook: Kathryn Dutchak
Website: kdutchak.org

Spirit Within

Saturday • 5:00 pm – 5:45 pm | Takwakin Village (91 Street & 118 Ave in the Grassy Space)
Saturday • 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Takwakin Village (91 Street & 118 Ave in the Grassy Space)

Alicia Chevonne is a 23 year old nehiyaw woman from Treaty 6 land. She is a performer of many different dances including: woman's fancy shawl, the jingle dress dance, hoop dance and as well as contemporary. She learned to dance when she started walking and continue on with it as well as learning new styles along the way. She is a single mother of 2 beautiful children, Aurora and Alaric, who she teaches as well. She is thrilled to share her style with everyone. Thank you!

Sacred Scent & Stone

We are two passionate stylists featuring a Canadian Artisan Lifestyle Boutique celebrating Canadian craftsmanship, bohemian style, and local artistry. We offer Canadian-made kimonos, handmade boho jewelry, unique perfumes, and original photography by a local artist—beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces designed to inspire individuality and self-expression.

Deborah Faul

Deborah Faul ~ born in Alberta, raised in AB, SK & BC ~ currently residing in Edmonton, AB She's enjoyed playing with colour since getting her first crayons. She has studied watercolours w/AB artist Willie Wong, explored various mediums w/Nina Haggerty Community Art Nights, continuing ed uninstructed life drawing and explored various mediums on her own. Was a PRA_YXE Artists Guild member (2022/23) and is a current SWCA exhibiting member eager to explore other art mediums.

Eliane Pellegrini

Eliane Pellegrini is an international award-winning photographer and journalist whose work spans more than fifteen countries across the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East. Known for a signature blend of documentary sensitivity and artistic expression, Eliane has developed visual narratives that explore culture, identity, and human connection. With a career rooted in both photography and digital communication, she has exhibited work in renowned spaces such as the Kaleido Festival in Canada and Petrobras in Brazil. Beyond fieldwork, Eliane Pellegrini is also an educator, having delivered international lectures and workshops on wedding, family and documentary photography in Barcelona, Spain, and Brazil.

Instagram: @lipellegriniphoto

Nozomi Kamei

Originally from Japan, Nozomi moved to Norway for high school, then to Canada for college and university. Her photography began as a way to share life with distant loved ones—and has grown into an intuitive, mindful practice. Working with digital, film, and cyanotype processes, she explores themes of connection, presence, and harmony across cultures and seasons.

Instagram: @njk_new_dimensions

Edith Chu

Edith Chu was born in Paris, France, to Chinese parents who were originally from Hong Kong and immigrated to Edmonton, Alberta as a child. Art became her favorite subject in school because it broke through the language barrier. She enjoyed creating and expressing herself through art, and used it as a tool for communication. Edith graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. From there she worked for F&D Scene Changes in Calgary, Alberta, painting sets and scenery for theatre and commercial use. She worked alongside many great artists at F&D. One of her mentors, Johnny Chong, encouraged her to pursue drawing in order to improve her art. This led her to take classes in classical realism in New York and Florence. Ms.Chu is currently a teacher with Edmonton Public School Board and resides in Edmonton.

Artist Statement

As a first generation Chinese-Canadian, I am given the privilege of understanding and representing Asian culture. This is a culture so old that it's ingrained in our daily habits without thought. The Canadian part of me is always wanting to dig deeper for explanations. These artworks you see here are ordinary scenes from everyday life which serve as access points for understanding a culture, such as women preparing food, a village house, and a Chinese cooking show. My artwork often combines storytelling with nostalgia.

Instagram: @edith.h.chu