I would have to say that the most precious connections I have made here in Barrie, Ontario are with Awkward Stage and Le Petit Chapeau. Both Alana Sproule and Meaghan Armstrong have been both supportive and inspirational as I begin my journey as an artist. Beyond being my studio neighbours, we are working hard as the Lakeshore collaborative to bring programming to the mews during culture days and deliver workshops throughout the year. I definately could not have done what I have without these two special ladies.

Bliss Studio is one of the largest privately owned and operated contemporary galleries in Lambton County Ontario Canada. Bliss opened its doors to the public in 1999. Since its conception Bliss has shown many established international and emerging artists in its 2000 square foot industrial space.

Bliss is owned and operated by professional artists Tony Miller and Lorraine Thomson. They have over thirty years of combined experience in the arts.


On June 25th I will be opening a new series of paintings that will celebrate the form and juxtapositioning of trees within various environments.