This directory is made for artists who are searching for advice to support their professional practice. You can start by searching through our directory of creative consultants, filter by expertise and book the consultant of your choice on their profile. To book a consultation you can start by filling out the contact form provided on their profile. Make sure to be clear what you are looking for and what you hope to gain from the consultation. The consultant will respond to your request via email to confirm inquiries and to decide on a date/time for the consultation. Once everything is confirmed, the consultant will send you an invoice prior to the meeting. At this time, we recommend having consultations online. VANS is not responsible for payments between members and consultants.
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Gerard McNeil
Gerard McNeil is an artist working in the mediums of photography, drawing and printmaking. His work has been exhibited in galleries locally, nationally and internationally. Along with his experiences in the visual arts, Gerard brings more than fifteen years experience designing and delivering continuing education, community arts, disability arts and arts infused programs for a diverse range of learners that...
Read moreZorica Kelly Markovich
Zorica Kelly Markovich is an artist, educator, and entrepreneur. She holds a Master’s of Fine Arts degree in Media and Fine Arts, maintains an active studio practice, and has managed, owned, and operated small creative businesses. Her background in arts and entrepreneurship is well-developed with experience and skills for creative business development, art curriculum development, and professional studio practices. As...
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Brandt R Eisner
Brandt Eisner opened his first art gallery in Chester Basin, NS, in 1993. Subsequently, he graduated NSCAD University with a BFA Interdisciplinary degree in 2005, and then worked in an art gallery in Halifax, before opening his own new gallery, Swoon Fine Art, in 2010. Since then, he has created ‘pop-up’ galleries at numerous spaces in Nova Scotia and organized...
Read moreVictoria Piersig
With a background in graphic design and custom fabrication for film, tv commercials, and display for national campaigns, Victoria understands manufacturing and can provide expertise in alternative visual processes. Her recent large solo exhibition at the Saint John Arts Centre (2019) was entirely presented with large scale images printed with cutting edge signage technology and featured a 13 foot x...
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Becka Barker
Becka Barker is an artist, researcher, and educator of settler ancestry residing in K'jipuktuk/Halifax. She brings over 20 years' experience in grant writing, educational and program design, teaching, audience development, and non-profit governance to her work as a consultant. Her studio practice, which has been supported by the NFB, Canada Council for the Arts, Arts Nova Scotia, and others, includes...
Read moreAnnalise Prodor
Annalise Prodor is an inter-arts professional with nearly a decade's worth of arts facilitation and organizational experience. Most recently, Annalise worked in the performance art field as the Operations Manager & Artistic Associate for the internationally renowned Toronto performance company Mammalian Diving Reflex. She worked as a producer, writer, and/or co-director for 8 different performances at international festivals in 5...
Read moreChristopher Webb
Christopher Webb is not only a professional visual artist, he is also a creative, passionate and successful entrepreneur. Christopher, along with his partner Victoria Foulger, is co-owner and creator of PAVIA Gallery ~ Espresso Bar & Cafe. He is also the host of 'The Visual Arts Abstract' on Global TV Maritimes - a biweekly segment dedicated to the promotion of...
Read moreStacey Cornelius
I hold a BFA from NSCAD University and diplomas in information technology and graphic arts. My professional background includes retail, theatre, marketing, web design, and copywriting. I’ve taught marketing, branding, social media, and technology tools workshops for arts organizations including VANS, the Craft Council of Newfoundland and Labrador, and ArtsLink NB. I use my skills and experience as a writer,...
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Sally Wolchyn-Raab
Sally Wolchyn-Raab is an interdisciplinary artist, critical writer and arts administrator based in K'jipuktuk (Halifax). She works as the Artistic Director of Eyelevel and is the President of Atlantis Association of Artist Run Centres from the Atlantic. Her work centres community-based, queer and intersectional feminist approaches to how our bodies meet the world. Her recent works look at the tension...
Read moreIsrael Ekanem
Israel Ekanem is the storyteller at the independent studio, Ubuntu Media. This involves coming up with ideas for films, documentaries, podcasts, and commercials. With award-winning films including Drown The Lovers and Dearg, you will have access to Israel's storytelling process, from concept to delivery. Each session is tailored to your needs starting with a free one hour virtual consult.
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Terry Havlis Drahos
Terry Havlis Drahos has been in the visual art business for almost 40 years both as a graphic and fine artist, in for-profit and nonprofit business, Canada and the US. Her four decades of experience culminate in a unique set of skills in project logistics, organization, deadlines and timelines, budgeting, feasibility, community engagement; including but not limited to art education...
Read moreWayne Boucher
In his forty-year professional art practice, Wayne Boucher has been a founding member of the Annapolis Regional Community Arts Council (ARCAC), Annapolis Royal, NS. He has been Chairman of ARCAC, The Milford Community Hall Association, Vice-Chairman, Canadian Artist Representation (CARFAC), and former board member of VANS, King’s Theatre and Annapolis Royal. He has served as Chairman of the Membership selection...
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David Dahms
David Dahms has been a preparator for over a decade, working currently at MSVU Art Gallery in Kjipuktuk. Dahms has taught at NSCADU, has led numerous workshops for VANS regarding art handling, crating, transportation, exhibition design and more. Dahms is a podcaster and radio host. Dahms has sat on many juries and selection committees. Dahms can provide insight and expertise...
Read moreBlerina Berberi
BA & Master in Arts & Heritage: Policy, Management and Education including 15 years as senior expert in arts and culture with work experience from the Balkans, Europe and Canada. Highly collaborative in management, production and assistance with projects involving bottom up, top down and creative methodologies, involving rural communities, international and local artists, organizations and public institutions. Being keen...
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