Hello! I’m Sylvie —
a multidisciplinary artist, researcher, teacher, and environmentalist (A/R/TistE) currently based in the Greater Toronto Area.
I bring over a decade of experience in program and curriculum development, event planning, facilitation, and community partnership management.
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.
As a Masters in Art Education candidate at Concordia University, my research explores how to produce artwork sustainably in the midst of a global climate crisis. This work comes generously funded by a SSHRC Canada Graduate Scholarship – Master’s (CGS – M).
As a professional creative facilitator and event manager, I design and deliver high-quality arts-based workshops, events, and retreats for non-profits, professional teams and private groups.
As an environmentalist, I work with communities to produce ecologically conscious murals and installations that invite people to see the earth as an extension of themselves.
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 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 become active participants 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 from 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
“I had the pleasure of working with Sylvie in my capacity as Education Manager at Workman Arts during our Winter 2024 term. Sylvie instructed a course entitled Watercolour Wander. From day one Sylvie was highly professional. She was an excellent communicator and on top of all the administrative related tasks related to instructing the course. Sylvie was very well organized and came to each class prepared with a detailed and comprehensive lesson. She led her class with enthusiasm and an empathetic gentleness. She was also quite generous with her time and provided extra support to participants who asked for it. I received lots of positive feedback from the course participants that Sylvie is an excellent instructor and that they’d love to have her back. Overall, it was lovely working with Sylvie!”
– Hanan Hazime, Education Manager
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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.