Hello! I’m Sylvie —
an artist educator, environmentalist, and entrepreneur based in the Greater Toronto Area.
For over a decade, I’ve cultivated a dynamic practice that weaves together community-engaged art-making, impactful event execution, creative facilitation, and grassroots organizing.
As a mixed media artist, my creative work explores the myriad of relationships we have with the contemporary natural world. From the transience of reflections on water to the complexity of memories of the land we hold from childhood, I explore these connections through a fluid and organic aesthetic characterized by vibrant and colourful compositions.
As a professional creative facilitator, I design and deliver high-quality, arts-based wellness workshops, events, and retreats for non-profits, professional teams, and private groups. My approach fosters creativity, connection, and well-being through engaging and accessible art experiences.
Beyond workshops, I also share my expertise through guest lectures and courses at universities and colleges. I speak on a range of topics essential for social impact and community building, including entrepreneurship, community-engaged art-making, pitch writing, facilitation, grassroots organizing, partnership management, and resource development.
As an environmentalist, I collaborate with communities to create ecologically conscious murals, installations, and events. These projects are designed to foster an understanding of the Earth as an extension of ourselves, inviting us to live in reciprocity with the natural world. Through art, I aim to inspire radical connection and collective healing for our planet.
Organizations I’ve worked with
My community collaborators, colleagues, and friends
My core values
What informs my approach to making and being in the world. (a.k.a. what would make us a good fit for working together)
COLLECTIVE WELLNESS
I prioritize the health and well-being of myself, others and the environment. I primarily use natural, or upcycled materials in my work and consider longevity at every step in my creative process. I believe that art has the power to promote radical connection, reflection, and healing.
CO-CREATION
I create alongside nature and communities, inviting them to participate actively in the genesis of work. I believe that we learn best when we engage with one another and build on each other’s ideas and creations. I invite collaborations from people of all different ages, backgrounds and experiences.
CONTINUOUS GROWTH + LEARNING
My process is experimental and iterative in nature—allowing meaning to seed, bud, and ripen over time until it is ready to be harvested. I share works-in-progress, and I am transparent about my creative processes. I believe that it is okay to share ideas without having opinions fully-formed. I aim to create brave spaces for sharing and experimenting.
Testimonials
Statements attesting to my values upheld in practice
“When Sylvie enters a room, she radiates positive energy. Her ability to create a safe space, makes everyone feel comfortable and valued. Sylvie is always in pursuit of learning more, which is the mark of a great leader. To every organization and every project, Sylvie brings great communication skills, which has led her to establish and successfully grow many endeavours and community connections. Sylvie is a bright light, amazing in all aspects.”
– Bonnie Chan, Creative Industries Leader
“Sylvie is a connector. She knows how to bring people together and collaborate in a very unique and effective way. Sylvie knows how to dream big and is a pleasure to work with on a team!”
– Kali Banner, former Artistic Director of ARTSIDEOUT
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Often found brainstorming and bringing BIG ideas to fruition, outside of my work I love cycling, hiking, reading self-help books, and making ephemeral sculptures out of natural found objects.
Follow my journey @sylvietheartist.
