Shari has been a maker since she was a small child. Over the years she has dabbled in numerous crafts, including knitting, crocheting, felting, rug hooking, dying, art journaling and book binding. Her main interests presently are felting, eco printing, and creating altered clothing. She has taught numerous classes and has exhibited several items in local galleries. You can find her booth, Gypsy Spirit Designs at many craft markets in the area where she enjoys sharing her knowledge with all ages! She is a lifetime member of the Langley Weavers & Spinners Guild. Her instagram page is gypsy.shari which you can follow along for her creations and adventures.

Follow Shari on Instagram @gypsy.shari

Iwona Barylska is a Canadian artist known for her vibrant oil portraits that celebrate the personality and spirit of animals. With a foundation in classical training from the Higher School of Art and Design in ?ód?, Poland, she combines refined technique with a contemporary, expressive style. Now based in British Columbia, Iwona creates custom paintings primarily for private collectors who value meaningful, one-of-a-kind tributes to their beloved pets. Her signature approach blends lively brushwork, thoughtful detail, and rich color to bring each subject to life on canvas. Her work is deeply personal and emotionally resonant, built on close collaboration with each client to reflect the unique bond they share with their animal companions. Iwona’s portraits are treasured by collectors across Canada and the U.S. for their warmth, craftsmanship, and timeless character.

To explore her portfolio or learn more about commissions, visit:www.iwonabarylska.com

Madison Anne Bassani or MANNE is a visual artist and proud Emily Carr student born in beautiful Chilliwack British Columbia. Her practice centres around the expressions of the human form thereby immortalizing the eclectic fervour of her subjects. She expresses these themes through a broad range of mediums including (but not limited to): gouache, acrylic paint, pencil crayon, alcohol markers, graphite, and needle felting.

Travis Clarke is a Canadian artist from the mountainous valley of British Columbia, where nature and myth shaped his creative vision. As owner/artist of Travis Sketches, one of his main goals is to utilize his artistic skills in bringing to life the clients’ ideas. Inspired by the landscapes around him, he blends traditional and digital techniques to bring unseen stories to life. Rather than depicting the world as it is, he strives to reveal the worlds just beyond sight—where fantasy, imagination, and storytelling intertwine.

Website : TravisSketches.com
Instagram: @travis_sketches

Evette Colon enjoys pursuing art in her free time, and has taken a few art classes throughout her high school years. She is currently in grade 12, hoping to level up her skills and further explore different mediums!

Jessica has always had a passion for the arts. She is fascinated by contrasting colour combinations, perspectives and perceptions while playing with design, concept and message. Jessica resides in Chilliwack, B.C. Inspired by the beauty of her home province, her subjects often reflect the stunning landscapes and capture moments of the wonders surrounding her.

Jessica chooses to specialize in glass mosaics. She hand-selects glass of all densities, shimmers and patterns to create mosaics that are uniquely hers. She can make snow that glistens, the most delicate flowers, or winds and waves on a stormy day at the beach. She has done commissions for businesses, private collectors and special occasion gifts JFairWSudios concept is to share Jessica’s passion of the arts by following her journey learning, creating, teaching and inspiring.

Learn more about JFairWStudios at www.JFairWStudios.com

Megan Frose, and is the girl behind Wild Grizzly Art. Born in the Fraser Valley, she is an emerging artist who’s been creating for as long as she can remember. Crafting and getting her hands dirty in various mediums from clay to pen, then dove deeper into her calling of painting. Using mainly gouache paint, a halfway point between acrylic and watercolour, she strives for bold layers of colours in each piece of work. Showcasing the depth in a cloudy sky or the way the sunlight hits the branches of pine trees.

Connect with Megan online:
Etsy: wildgrizzlyart.etsy.com
Instagram: @wild_grizzly_art
Facebook: Wild Grizzly Art

Aedan Greenan is a digital artist and proud Chilliwack local whose work explores comic-based graphic art. Art has been a lifelong passion for Aedan, who has always found joy in creating. While it remains a dedicated hobby, their work is deeply personal and thoughtfully crafted. Drawing inspiration from comics, books, and original stories, Aedan’s art often mirrors real life—blending the imaginative with the familiar to create scenes that are both engaging and relatable.

You can learn more Aedan’s art here.
Website: https://www.artstation.com/kidhellion

Tommy Green is a mixed-media wildlife artist based in British Columbia. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Distinction from the University of the Fraser Valley, specializing in Drawing, Painting, Print Media, and Sculpture. A nationally recognized member of the Federation of Canadian Artists, Tommy creates vibrant, abstract works that explore animal symbolism through lino print and mural art. His use of anthropomorphism invites emotional connection, aiming to highlight the importance of wildlife and their preservation.

Website: www.tommygreen.ca
Instagram: @tommy_green19
Facebook: Tommy Green Art

Sandra Glyngsdal primarily works with acrylic paints and ink pens. She have recently started painting with oil paints as well.  As a creative,  the beauty of nature inspires her artwork.  Sandra’s goal is for my art to bring joy and appreciation of the amazing natural world.  As an Exhibiting Member of the Federation of Canadian Artists, she have had the opportunity to showcase my paintings at the Federation Gallery at Granville Island. She have also participated in local events such as the Chilliwack Museum Community Art Show. Sandra has submitted her artwork for charitable causes such as the Postcard Art Exhibit where proceeds go to charity. She is a self-taught artist who has had a love for art since a young age. Sandra did not start sharing my art with others until 2020. She is grateful to those who have supported and cheered me on in my art journey.

Website: www.sandraglyngsdal.com
Instagram: @sandraglyngsdalart

Aishwarya is an artist who captures emotion and movement through the rich textures of oil and the vibrant energy of acrylic. Her work is a dialogue between color and canvas—an exploration of moments, memories, and moods that speak beyond words. Each painting is an invitation to pause, feel, and see the world through a different lens.

Instagram: @subtle.strokes

At Studio Gerbrandt Art & Design, Stephanie Gerbrandt creates spiritually themed artwork and custom pet portraits that invite reflection, joy, and connection. Her practice blends classical and contemporary techniques—working in pastels, water-based oils, and lenticular prints—to explore eternal themes and capture the unique spirit of beloved animals. At this year’s Chilliwack Fair, she will be live-painting pet portraits, offering visitors a chance to commission meaningful, one-of-a-kind keepsakes. Whether illustrating the beauty of creation or the bond between people and their pets, Stephanie’s work is designed to uplift, encourage, and become the centerpiece of a sacred or personal space.

Website: www.studiogerbrandtart.ca
Instagram: @studiogerbrandtart

Jack Hendsbee is a Chilliwack artist that specializes in landscape and portrait paintings using oil colours. He mostly enjoys painting in surreal or impressionistic styles. He recently completed a Mural on Vedder Road by the bridge as part of the Chilliwack Mural Festival.

Instagram: @jackhendsbee

Meaghan Hope is a Fraser Valley based pet portrait artist whose unique technique is born from a lifetime of observation, experimentation, and an unshakable passion for dogs. Her artistic journey began in the face of chronic illness including kidney failure and cancer, when she discovered that painting offered a gentler alternative to the tools her tremors couldn’t hold. With each brushstroke, Meaghan captures the soul of the animals we love most.

When she’s not painting, you’ll find her surrounded by stacks of books and sipping on endless cups of tea—finding quiet joy in creativity and connection.

Instagram: @mhopearts

Beckie (Rebecca) Hildebrand, from Langley, BC, is a doodle artist who uses various mediums to explore the whimsical side of life.  Working with pen and ink, coloured pencils, and watercolours, Beckie has an expressive style that tells a story – and always brings a smile. Beckie will be demonstrating the use of watercolour on fabric, how to apply it, and the secrets to making it permanent. 

You can check out more of her art, and swap a tale or two, on her Instagram page. 
She looks forward to it!
Instagram: @beckierhedhildebrand

Rose Khadka is a 2D animator and recent graduate of Emily Carr University of Art + Design, where she earned a Bachelor of Media Arts. Deeply passionate about the visual arts in all their forms, Rose views the act of creating as a way to transcend limitation—using image, symbol, and meaning to explore the imagination’s fullest potential. Her work draws inspiration from existentialism, the mysteries of life and death, and hermetic philosophy. Through her artistic practice, Rose aims to awaken a sense of wonder in others and contribute to the ever-expanding spectrum of human expression.

Instagram: @omniscient.rose

Melissa Kendzierski is a professionally trained graphic recorder and facilitator, and the owner of Drawing Together Visual Communications. Using either her iPad or a portable wall of markers and paper, she attends meetings and events to listen deeply and visually capture not just what’s said, but the heart of what’s being shared. Her real-time visual storytelling transforms complex conversations into illustrated summaries that foster deeper understanding and connection. Unlike traditional meeting minutes, Melissa’s visual artifacts help people truly remember and engage with the material, making them powerful tools for sharing outcomes with participants, funders, and other audiences.

Instagram @mkendzi

Arnie Leon is a gifted carver from the Sts’ailes First Nation, known for his deep connection to traditional Coast Salish art. His carvings are more than just visual works—they are living expressions of storytelling, spirituality, and cultural identity. Each piece carries the spirit and wisdom of his ancestors, reflecting a profound respect for the land and the teachings passed down through generations.

Instagram: @lekhoosharnie

Aysha McConkey, a local wildlife artist in the Fraser Valley specializing in painting native and at risk animals to British Columbia, Canada, and its vast landscapes. With a Bachelors in Environmental Studies Natural Sciences at the University of the Fraser Valley, Aysha works full time as a junior biologist and uses her experience, knowledge and passion in wildlife conservation and biology to create paintings and illustrations. Aysha combines science and art to educate the public on environmental issues and species that are at risk that need more attention, with a preference to painting species that don’t tend to get enough attention but are vital to our environment, like bats, insects, amphibians, and reptiles. Aysha has experience painting murals in a variety of different art styles, creating scientific illustrations for peer-reviewed journals, and painting by commission like creating pet portraits. Her goal is to inspire others through her work to get involved in protecting the environment and to appreciate the wildlife and ecosystems in British Columbia.

Instagram: @ayshamcconkeyart

Courtney Mienkina is an interdisciplinary artist and dedicated teacher based in Chilliwack, BC. Her creative practice spans hand-built ceramic sculpture, delicate watercolor home portraits, and expressive graphite pet portraits. With a passion for storytelling through art, Courtney captures the essence of memory, place, and personality in every piece. Her ceramic work explores form and texture, while her portraits offer a personal and heartfelt connection to her subjects. As both an educator and artist, Courtney is committed to fostering creativity in others while continuing to evolve her own artistic voice through diverse media and meaningful, handcrafted work.

Instagram: @courtneymienkinaart5

Sara is a digital illustrator based in Chilliwack, BC. Drawn to art, videogames, and anime at an early age, she combines her Australian and Canadian upbringing with honouring the nostalgic media and technology of her childhood. She primarily draws people, using whimsical pastel colours and lighting.

Sara is a proud member of the local art community, as well as the queer and neurodivergent communities. She hopes to give back the love, support, and inspiration she’s found in her life through her art, and to creatively inspire others in turn.

Instagram: @siraea.art 

Bluesky: @siraea 

Mastodon: @siraea 

Peter Provost is a respected Indigenous wood carver who brings rich cultural heritage to life through his powerful carvings. Over the years, he has brought a towering 30-foot totem pole, smaller totem poles, traditional carvings, and even a hand-carved canoe to share with fairgoers. As he carves live throughout the weekend, Peter generously shares the stories, history, and deep meaning behind the imagery etched into the wood—offering a rare and meaningful opportunity to witness Indigenous art and storytelling in action.

Drew Ramey is a origami artist from Agassiz, BC. He has been folding origami since he was a child, but did not start folding advanced models until his teenage years. Origami is a versatile art that includes many different styles and approaches and the models at my table show this range. The majority of models are folded from a single piece of square paper with no cuts. Drew’s goal in presenting at the fair is to inspire others to fold origami, as well as to increase the general public’s awareness of the range of complexity that exists in modern origami.

Instagram: @drew_ra_gami

Lucas Simpson is a Chilliwack-based artist whose work spans both canvas and large-scale mural installations in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings. With a confident approach to any subject matter or size, Lucas specializes in a stylized, impressionist-inspired process that focuses on landscapes and abstract concepts. His art aims to evoke distinct atmospheres and emotions—whether it’s the tranquil, immersive isolation of a forest or the calming warmth of a coastal sunset—capturing the shared connection we all have with nature through different yet parallel experiences.

Website: www.Lucassimpson95.wixsite.com
Instagram: @l.simpsonart

Heidi Sullivan’s artistic journey began in Kindergarten in Germany and grew through doodles as a teenager in the Haisla Nation of Kitamaat Village. Before retiring, she gifted wildlife sketches in ink and pencil—owls, orcas, squirrels, cats, and flowers—to family and friends. Now a member of the Golden Palette Club, Heidi continues to self-teach in pencil, ink, watercolour, and acrylic. She loves playing with colour, finding it both relaxing and a source of friendly income.

Cobi Timmermans is a visual artist and graphic designer from Abbotsford, BC. Through the mediums of photography, collage, and installations made of textiles and projection, her practice explores how familiar imagery, material, light, and texture can hold or evoke feelings of nostalgia, memory, home, comfort, and heaven.

Website: http://www.behance.net/cobitimmermans
Instagram @cornonthe_cobi

Mel is an artist inspired by the natural world’s beauty and mystery. Her work—ranging from paintings and drawings to digital designs and tattoos—celebrates colour, shading, form, and texture while exploring the relationship between light, shadow, and atmosphere.

Art has been a lifelong passion for Mel. No matter where life has taken her, creativity has always led her back to her first love: art. For the past four years, she has been refining her skills as a tattoo artist, specializing in fine line black and grey tattoos.

Whether you’re looking for a custom piece or a design of your own choosing, Mel is excited to create some tattoo magic with you—either at Club Noir in Cloverdale, Surrey, or at her Private Studio in Promontory, Chilliwack.

Mel is thrilled to be the first tattoo artist at this year’s Chilliwack Fair! She’ll have a book full of flash designs available, including some special pieces created just for the event.

Instagram: @mel.555.ink

Nancy Thygesen (BFA, MPS, CPT)  is a mixed media artist whose work explores the intersection of nature, spirit, and story. Using the luminous layering of watercolor and also cold wax and oil, she creates atmospheric landscapes that portray “thin spaces”—where the natural world touches the eternal. Her newest work blends the beauty and power of the equine form with landscape in a timeless harmony, drawing inspiration from scripture, childhood wonder, and the healing presence of horses. As art therapist she teaches and supports personal creativity for mental, emotional and spiritual healing. 
Find Nancy on social media
Instagram: @nancytcreative
Facebook:  Nancy Olthuis
Website: www.nancythygesen.com

Susan has been creating art for over three-quarters of her life, finding joy and fulfillment through every brushstroke, sketch, and sculpted form. A true multidisciplinary artist, she works across all mediums and has explored a wide range of creative expressions—from large-scale murals to whimsical claymations.

Now the owner and founder of Susan’s Craft & Paint Night, she continues to share her passion by guiding others through fun, approachable art experiences that celebrate creativity in all its forms.

Learn more or book your next creative night at:
www.susanscraftandpaintnight.com

Follow Susan on social media:
Facebook: Susan’s Craft & Paint Night
Instagram: @susanscraftandpaintnight

Delilah has a passion for creating crochet items that are stylish and functional. From cozy cardigans and cute bucket hats to everyday use essentials like coasters, wallets and keychains, she loves to express her creativity through crochet. If you are curious about her work and would like to learn more about the art of crochet itself feel free to stop by the artist corner to chat or to ask her any questions.

Lori has been throwing pottery for over 20 years and she now has her own small batch studio a minute down Chilliwack Lake Road. She loves the art of throwing pottery and working with different glazes. She has a passion of gardening, the outdoors and loves animals and other arts.

Ro Weinmeier, also known as @the.wicked.art on social media, is a self-taught artist originally from a small town in Alberta. Now based in Chilliwack after relocating with their family, Ro is currently still in high school and eager to grow within British Columbia’s vibrant art community.

Instagram: @the.wicked.art

Emily Whitfield is a creative hobbyist based in Chilliwack who brings original stories and characters to life through vibrant, imaginative artwork. While her primary medium is digital illustration, she also explores a wide range of creative pursuits—including custom doll making, sewing, cosplay, needle felting, writing, and game design. Her work is a playful blend of colour, magic, and storytelling.

Mackenzie Widdows is a multidisciplinary artist based in the Fraser Valley whose visual work is characterized by colourful compositions that celebrate joy, leisure, and the wonder of everyday life. With a background in Visual Art and Literature from the University of the Fraser Valley, Mackenzie’s practice is rooted in storytelling through bold colour, playful form, and a sense of lighthearted sincerity. His recent work includes painting, ceramics, and wearable balloon sculptures, all unified by a desire to spark delight and connection. Mackenzie has exhibited across the Fraser Valley and was recently awarded an Honourable Mention at the 2024 Peggy Staber Memorial Contest Exhibition for his ceramic piece “The Time of My Life”. This summer, Mackenzie is excited to bring his vibrant paintings and whimsical balloon animals to the 153rd Annual Chilliwack Fair, where visitors of all ages can enjoy and interact with his joyful approach to art.

You can discover more about Mackenzie’s art on Instagram: @happyartsummer
Website: www.mackenziewiddows.bandcamp.com