Ann Ivy Male
“When words become unclear, I shall focus with photographs, when images become inadequate, I shall be content with silence.” - Ansel Adams
Ann has always been fascinated with the arts and how it impacts one’s life. She is the owner and creative director of Pixie Blue Studio in Port Credit.
In pursuit of her own creative outlets, Ann enjoys writing, playing music and painting but her main focus is photography; she is inspired by the concept of visual storytelling through street, nature and travel photography. Her lifestyle photoshoots capture candid images in an artistic way.
Ann manages a social platform called Vibrant Port Credit and because of her love of artistic collaboration, Ann co-created the Port Credit Arts Collective, bringing together other local creative businesses to enhance the arts and culture scene in Port Credit and Mississauga.
Mandy Orchard
Mandy immerses herself in a creative lifestyle and interests in the humanities,environment and outdoors. She believes art can connect, express and support us all — while we address important issues, smile and play. You might find her practicing yoga, paddle-boarding, or enjoying various creative projects.
Join Mandy at Pixie Blue to experiment with writing and expression, find your voice, and share your story.
Mandy hosts a variety of creative workshops at the studio including Vision Board Workshops, Write Nights and Not Just a Poem sessions.
Karen Ferguson
Stylist and entrepreneur - Karen is the force behind the Toronto Designers Market as well as her own brand - Wilkes and Bowens. The TDM was established in 2015 and provides co-retailing opportunities for designers, artists and makers. They are dedicated to creating a beautifully curated shop, also offering resources and education opportunities for new entrepreneurs to test products and develop their brand.
The Toronto Designers Market is located in the Concourse level of Holt Renfrew Centre, 50 Bloor St. West, Toronto.