OUR ARTISTS
ArtistSpeak* is shaped by the artists who gather with us.
This page honours the artists who have shared their voices and creative practices through ArtistSpeak*—past, present, and upcoming. Each brings a distinct perspective to our conversations, contributing to a collective exploration of creativity, care, and what it means to be human.
The artists listed here have participated in ArtistSpeak* events in Calgary through performance, reflection, and dialogue. Together, they represent a wide range of disciplines and lived experiences, united by a belief in art as a powerful tool for connection and understanding.
Browse the list below to explore the artists who have been part of ArtistSpeak* to learn more about each of our artists
This list will continue to grow as ArtistSpeak* evolves.
PLEASE NOTE: This page is currently under construction, please check back to learn more information about individual artists including biographies, upcoming projects and links that will be made available.

Adora Nwofor
Mental Health (2024)

Amy Nelson
Mental Health (2024)

Aumtumn Eaglespeaker
Liberation (2024)

Blaq Velvet
Money (2025)

Calgary Without Patriarchy Artists' Collective
Liberation (2024)

Cedric Lightning
Indigenous Collaboration (2025)

Cosmo Christoffersen
Gender (2025)

Dr. Shumaila Hemani
Mental Health (2025)

Eddy Robinson
Host & Crafts Coordinator (2024 - Present)

Eric Rose
Indigenous Collaboration (2025)
Grief (2025)

Ishita Singla
Faith (2025)

Jason Patrick Rothery
Money (2025)

John F. Gerrard
Mental Health (2024)

Kenna Burima
Host & Artistic Director (2024-Present)

Kimberley “Dooshima” Jev
Grief (2025)

Lanice Chep
Gender (2025)

Maezy Reign
Gender (2025)

Mike Tan
Money (2025)

Nikki Reimer
Grief (2025)

Priscilla Cherry
Money (2025)

Riverwest Therapy Collective
Mental Health (2024)
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Ryan Wesley Gray
Mental Health (2025)

Sallie Mae
Liberation (2024)

Sharon Stevens
Grief (2025)

Shone Thistle
Faith (2025)

Sinzere
Faith (2025)

Skip Wolfleg
Indigenous Collaboration (2025)

Stacey Perlin
Mental Health (2025)
Interested in being part of ArtistSpeak*?
ArtistSpeak* is always curious about new voices and practices. If you’re an artist based in Calgary and interested in participating in a future gathering, we invite you to reach out and connect with us.
