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Creative Collingwood Symposium
November 13 @ 5:00 am - 9:00 pm
$22.63
Creative Collingwood Symposium
Unlock the secrets to turning your creativity into a thriving business! We’ll be hosting Keynote Speaker, Artist and Muralist, Heather Lynne Travis, who will share insights about the ‘Business of Art’ which includes how to build a killer brand, navigate the business landscape, and master the art of marketing yourself. Walk away with actionable tips like auditing your brand, updating your social media, and crafting a business strategy that works.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your art and business to the next level. Let’s transform your passion into profit!
A tasty light boxed meal and beverages will be included.
This session will benefit:
- Creative Entrepreneurs wanting to monetize their artistic talents and build a sustainable business.
- Emerging Artists just starting their careers
- Established Artists seeking to refine their brand, marketing strategies, or business strategy.
- And those interested in learning about the intersection of creative outlets and business.
Speaker Bio:
Heather Lynne Travis: Turning colour into joy since forever. Muralist, solo exhibitionist, and proud recipient of a Canada Council for the Arts grant. Regular guest host on a podcast for Canadian creatives speaking about the business side of art. Catch Heather hosting #shartwithHeather Live on Instagram where creativity meets humour and good vibes. Explore more at heatherlynnetravis.com.
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The SBEC is excited to bring you this event in collaboration with the Town of Collingwood, Collingwood BIA and the creative lens of Reg Sheffield via Docs of the Bay. Presented in partnership with the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).
The Panellists
Annie Thompson
Annie Thompson, a Canadian fashion designer, merges sustainability with creativity, inspiring others through her multidisciplinary work in fashion, art, and adapted dance. With a career spanning 45 years, she teaches and mentors in Ontario, fostering artistic expression through her BUZZ61 studio and unique, inclusive dance performances.
Erin Coholan
Erin Coholan, a multimedia artist with a BFA from Toronto Metropolitan University, blends documentary realism with fine art. Founder of Fourteen Coats, her work spans photography, film, and painting, with a focus on accessibility and youth engagement in the arts community.
Kate Civiero
Kate Civiero, the artist behind Infinite Glassworks, crafts colourful handblown glassware, blending traditional glassblowing with modern design. A Sheridan College graduate, her work is showcased across North America and can be found in private collections worldwide from her studio in Berkeley, Ontario.
Marcia Hubbs
Marcia Hubbs, aka Queen M, is a singer and real estate agent in Collingwood, Ontario. Inspired by her heritage and social justice, her music explores themes of identity and resilience, with her debut neo-soul single, “Colour Of Her Skin,” reflecting on her mother’s experiences with racism.
Tasneem Dairywala
Tasneem Dairywala, founder of Art Ignite and an OCAD University graduate, crafts stories to inspire young readers. Her bestselling books and Ontario exhibits explore themes of curiosity and neurodivergence. Living in Wasaga Beach, Tasneem’s work is enriched by her passion for fostering joy in children’s lives.