Tamara Marcia Martel (she/elle) is a graphic designer and multidisciplinary creator based in Montréal/Tiohtià:ke. Her whims, niche interests, and obscure discoveries shape her colorful, dreamlike, and playful graphic universe. Among her strongest interests are viral phenomena and digital vernacular cultures, typography and lettering across eras, performing arts and music, surrealism and the absurd, as well as fiber arts. Her conceptual approach is rooted in principles of intersectional queer feminism and social justice, with a deep concern for the stories and experiences of marginalized groups. Tamara's work as a designer has been recognized with several awards and grants, and she has participated in collective exhibitions in Montréal.

​Although she has been drawing since a young age, Stephanie discovered the world of illustration during her graphic design studies. Since then, she has perfected her organic and vibrant style that can be seen in all of her illustrations. Inspired by her love for cats and plants, her illustrations uniquely present her perception of what surrounds her. Playing with proportions and simplifying elements is a way for her to create unrealistic or playful scenes.

​Ariana Pickard is a multidisciplinary artist currently living and working in Montreal, Quebec. She works with digital and traditional illustration, ceramics, fibres, and printmaking practices. A key aspect of her work is the heavy use of text, both with and without corresponding imagery. The intersection of art and words is fundamental to the function of her work, being to involve the viewer and allow them to reflect inward. The subject matter for said work revolves around universal experiences, sharing moments of connection, fear, grief, humour, nostalgia, and love.

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​Johanna is an illustrator based in Montreal. Originally from Peru, her art is deeply influenced by the tapestries and patterns of her culture, as well as the esoteric stories she grew up with. She creates traditional gouache illustrations, which she sells as prints, along with zines, linocut prints, and stickers.

Jenny Bien-Aimé is a first generation Haitian illustrator based in MontreaI.

Her work consists of exploring the human experience by conveying a dream-like atmosphere through the use of light, colours, attention to the littlest details and composition.

Her goal is to tell stories that go in depth into the psychological character exploration found in storytelling and world building while still keeping a relaxed environment. She takes her inspiration primarily from nature and the people in it.

​Lyn Lee is a textile artist and community organizer, specializing in angry, modern handstitched embroidery. Paired often with warm floral designs, their work is centered in themes of empowerment of poor and working class people, with some humor here and there for good measure. 

Katelyn Truong is a Vietnamese-Canadian illustrator from Toronto, Canada. She holds degrees in both art and teaching from OCAD University and York University. Working in both digital and traditional media, her style emphasizes clean shapes, balanced symmetry, and harmonious colour palettes.  

Inspired by daily life, fashion, film, travel, and her Toronto community, Katelyn’s recent travels to Europe and Asia have deepened her appreciation for historical architecture and culture. This influence is reflected in her work, blending simplicity with intricate details to capture the beauty of diverse artistic traditions.

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