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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.

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Adora Nwofor

Mental Health (2024)

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Amy Nelson

Mental Health (2024)

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Aumtumn Eaglespeaker

Liberation (2024)

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Blaq Velvet

Money (2025)

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Calgary Without Patriarchy Artists' Collective

Liberation (2024)

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Cedric Lightning

Indigenous Collaboration (2025)

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Cosmo Christoffersen

Gender (2025)

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Dr. Shumaila Hemani

Mental Health (2025)

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Eddy Robinson

Host & Crafts Coordinator (2024 - Present)

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Eric Rose

Indigenous Collaboration (2025)
Grief (2025)

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Ishita Singla

Faith (2025)

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Jason Patrick Rothery

Money (2025)

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John F. Gerrard

Mental Health (2024)

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Kenna Burima

Host & Artistic Director (2024-Present)

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Kimberley “Dooshima” Jev

Grief (2025)

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Lanice Chep

Gender (2025)

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Maezy Reign

Gender (2025)

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Mike Tan

Money (2025)

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Nikki Reimer

Grief (2025)

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Priscilla Cherry

Money (2025)

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Riverwest Therapy Collective

Mental Health (2024)

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Ryan Wesley Gray

Mental Health (2025)

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Sallie Mae

Liberation (2024)

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Sharon Stevens

Grief (2025)

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Shone Thistle

Faith (2025)

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Sinzere

Faith (2025)

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Skip Wolfleg

Indigenous Collaboration (2025)

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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.

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ArtistSpeak* is supported by the Institute for Community Prosperity at Mount Royal University (MRU) and Congress Coffee

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I acknowledge the traditional territories and oral practices of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Piikani, Kainai), the Tsuut’ina and Mînî Thnî Nations (Chiniki, Bearspaw, Goodstoney), the Métis Nation of Alberta (Districts 5 and 6), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta. 

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