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PARKWAY Artist Interview Andrea Wan

Exploring Otherworldly Narratives Andrea Wan, originally from Hong Kong and raised in Vancouver, has journeyed through various corners of the globe, spending eight years in Berlin before returning to her current residence in Vancouver. Her artistic portfolio often delves into imagery that feels otherworldly, resonating with deeper narratives and personal ideologies. Nature, personal mythology, and […]

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Illustrator Spotlight Nicolas Sassoon

I recently had the opportunity to chat with acclaimed Franco-Canadian artist Nicolas Sassoon about two of his latest NFT projects, “Islands” and “Waterfalls”. Somehow, we never crossed paths during his time in Vancouver, but it took his move away for us to finally connect. C’est la vie. Here’s a glimpse into the mind of one […]

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Illustrator Spotlight Zhenyi Zheng

A selection of work by Chinese illustrator and designer Zhenyi Zheng. Currently based in London, Zheng graduated from the Royal College of Art with a Masters in Visual Communication. Drawing from memory, observation, and imagination, Zheng tells stories that explore the internal and external experiences of ordinary days. She loves to capture life details from […]

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Illustrator Spotlight Wenjing Yang

A selection of work by illustrator Wenjing Yang. Yang received her undergraduate degree from the School of Visual Arts and is currently pursuing a graduate degree at the Maryland Institute College of Art. Her passion lies in uncovering the intricate and often overlooked connections between ourselves, objects, and spaces. Inspired by the enchanting interplay and […]

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Achieving Homeownership: A Story of Opportunity and Resilience

Melisa Gomez-Romo, an associate at One Roof, shares her journey to homeownership in Duluth, Minnesota, through the community land trust program. Here’s her account: Setting Goals and Facing Challenges In 2018, my husband and I moved to Duluth with aspirations of homeownership within five years. However, escalating real estate prices posed a significant obstacle, fueled […]

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Spotlight on Illustrator Rowena Lloyd

A selection of work by Rowena Lloyd. A freelance animator, illustrator, and designer based in Melbourne/Naarm, Lloyd has worked within the music industry collaborating with labels and artists to create event branding, album artwork, and animated visualizers. This series of illustrations is born largely of the unconscious: “They loosely circle themes of roaming free, juxtaposed […]

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Spotlight on Illustrator Princess Hidir

Fascinated by space, sci-fi, and the mysteries of the universe, Istanbul-based illustrator and art director Princess Hidir explores extraordinary worlds. Their artwork often revolves around themes of undiscovered planets and alien creatures while also reflecting their passion for nature. Music and veganism are also major sources of inspiration alongside film and animation. Envisioning a world […]

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