Vice is a non-binary artist specializing in mixed media and conceptual work. Self-taught, they believe passion comes from within and a degree doesn’t solely define artistic merit. They use expressionism to depict the human experience and address topics such as emotion, perception, sexuality and childhood. Displaying the world through a fifth dimensional lens, their art accentuates the imperfection of life while hinting that magic is real.

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Bryan enrolled in makeup school to learn the theory behind makeup artistry. He works with models, photographers and commercially. He creates content for social media, transforming himself into creatures like the Demogorgon and aliens (featured on NETFLIX social media), movie characters and avant-garde makeup looks. His Zodiac Sign Series trended worldwide. Val Garland from the UK TV Show GLOW UP affirmed him personally after winning one of her online competitions.

Lance is a First Nations, 2-Spirit artist, entrepreneur and member of the Bigstone Cree Nation. He’s worked with many organizations (IKEA, Rugby Canada, Unbelts, Telus World of Science, Edmonton Public Library and Re/Max Field). He is the Indigenous consultant and designer for the Edmonton Oilers. He is a media personality, appearing on CTV Morning Live Edmonton, featuring segments from his kids show, “Indigenous Art Adventures.”

Skylar grew up with a tattoo artist father who began training him in drawing and tattooing at an early age. A graduate of the Alberta University of the Arts with honours, Skylar has displayed his work in galleries, pop-up spaces and music festivals. He maintains an active studio practice. He briefly worked in the film industry as a painter and sculptor (including The Last of Us). He’s returned to tattooing professionally to run his own business. 

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Born in Mexico City, Paula trained at Escuela de Ballet del Valle. At age 9, she auditioned for The National School of Classical and Contemporary Dance in Mexico City where she continued her studies. At 14, she received a scholarship and moved to Victoria, BC to further her education at Victoria Academy of Ballet. Upon graduating, Paula joined Ballet Edmonton. She choreographed and created "Gracia Plena" a Dance on Film project for Ballet Edmonton's YEG in Motion digital initiative. 

Lindsay Istace is a multi-disciplinary non-binary circus artist whose specialties include contortion, fire eating and sword swallowing. Lindsay is a versatile artist known for their creativity and charisma. They previously served as the Chief Executive Officer, Flexibility Coach, Artistic & Professional Development Program Director at an aerial and circus arts studio.​

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Hailed for his angelic, inviting presence, Robert breaks barriers between generations. Born and raised in a small town, Robert calls Crossfield home. He is an eclectic human who happens to be the most gritty, pretty cowboy you’ve ever seen. Whether it’s rhinestoning his outfit, placing top 12 in Wild 95.3’s prestigious Project Wild competition or graduating honour roll with a heavy-duty mechanics degree, he is anything but one dimensional.

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Sterling has been a stand-up comedian for 16 years and performed multiple times overseas in Iraq, Kuwait and Afghanistan for the military. He was the first Black Canadian to win the most prestigious comedy competition in America at “The San Francisco International Comedy Competition.” At the “Just for Laughs Festival,” he was one of ten people to receive a development deal from Kevin Hart to produce a show. He’s made multiple TV and festival appearances

Katelin has been singing and performing since she was a little girl. She has performed for fundraisers, cultural events and busked in downtown Calgary. She started piano lessons at age 3 and has picked up the guitar, ukulele and trumpet since then. She has performed for many Filipino artists such as Regine Velasquez, Bamboo, Martin Nivera, Daryl Ong and is a verified artist on Spotify with a single called ‘Puppets’ on music platforms.

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Riccardo has a Master’s degree in piano performance from the Italian conservatory G. Rossini and has performed on stage since a young age. Creativity in classical music is how he interprets music and communicates emotions. Riccardo has also applied his creativity to the development of “Resonate,” a technology to help disabled people press piano pedals without needing to use their feet (he was paralyzed from the chest down in 2019).

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Amanda is an Indigenous singer-songwriter who has performed in many venues. She hopes to also become an actor. Amanda has been songwriting since the age of 15, written over 100 songs and writes every day. In 2017, Amanda won a competition through Disney’s Family Channel receiving a trip to London. She has been supported by radio stations and television channels including Shaw TV, APTN and Global News.

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Francheska was the Pageant Queen in the Miss Philippines-Canada Queen Pride Dame of Progress in 2018. She was the second runner up at the Miss Philippines-Canada Pride Queen and was a finalist in 2019 in Alberta’s Next Drag Superstar. In 2022, Telus Originals produced a documentary about Francis’ life entitled “Francheska: Prairie Queen”. When not in drag, he goes by the nickname Kiko.

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