Extended Studies

Extended Studies Faculty

Extended Studies credit-free instructors for adults and teens are all actively practicing artists who are keenly interested in your learning. Credit courses are taught by ACAD faculty members.

If you would like to know your instructor's professional background better, you can view his/her bio below.

EXTENDED STUDIES INSTRUCTOR BIOS | Spring + Summer 2012

DAVID ALDRICH received his BA in Fine Arts from the University of British Columbia, his BSc in Art as Applied to Medicine from the University of Toronto, and his MEd from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto. He has exhibited in both Canada and United States, has had a 20-year career as a medical illustrator focused on pharmaceutical advertising, has taught medical illustration at the University of Toronto and the Cleveland Institute of Art, and has worked to develop courses in observational drawing and human anatomy for the artist.

BRIAN BATISTA is a Calgary based artist and animator, he is a man of many skills and talents. He graduated with a BFA with distinction from the Alberta College of Art and Design, and was the recipient of a Board of Governors award and the 2001 Valedictorian. He co-founded (CUFF) the Calgary Underground Film Festival. He teaches animation at the Quickdraw Animation Society and has worked in the media arts at artist run centers since 1999. Brian recently received an AFA grant for an upcoming animation titled “Snack Time’ this year. He loves rubber hose arms and pre-code animation characters. His work can be seen at brianbatista.com.

ALANA BIFFERT holds a BFA in glass from Alberta College of Art and Design. Since graduating she has spent the last three years pursuing glass on a professional level, traveling and working with a number of well-known artists in both New Zealand and Australia. She also worked as a technician, and teaching assistant at Red Deer College for the glass program where she was able to meet and work with a number of well-known local artists. She has also just finished a trip to Malta, Europe where she was able to experience and expand on the culture in glass as a medium. Alana hopes to continue on her pursuit of exploring the many cultures of the world, the endless influences they may have, and the opportunity to share her inspirations collected.

SHELAGH CHERAK

SHELAGH CHERAK holds an Associate Diploma from OCAD, and received a BFA in Painting from The University of Calgary. Advocating simplicity in design, she has worked extensively in graphic design and print production for companies such as The Calgary Herald, and the ATCO Group of Companies. Shelagh is now focused on her studio practice and turning to Calgary's river system for inspiration. Shelagh won the BMO 1st Art Purchase Award for Alberta in 2006; and she has paintings in the Alberta Foundation for the Arts collection. To see some of her work, go to www.cherak.digital-arts.ca

KYLE CHOW is a graphic designer with COMBINE Design & Communications. After studying at the University of Calgary, Faculty of Business, Kyle entered the Graphic Design program at ACAD, graduating with a major in Visual Communications Design. Highly disciplined in graphic design, brand identity development, and design strategy, Kyle is passionate about the design process and how it can impact community. He has received numerous accolades and was recently recognized for his work with the Alberta College of Art + Design in the prestigious, internationally acclaimed, Coupe Magazine. He continues to be inspired by food, travel, his mentors and students.

LINDA CHOW is an Award-winning jewellery artist and graduate of ACAD. She has been an established goldsmith for over 20 years. In 1992, she returned to ACAD to explore new metal techniques and applications, and since leaving, has been experimenting with unusual sculptural forms. Linda includes non-precious metals in her jewellery designs and creates wearable sculptures from used culinary objects and other recycled materials. She exhibits both nationally and internationally; and her work is in numerous private collections. Linda is also co-owner of Simply Metal Studio (Calgary).

HUGO DUBON was born in San Salvador (El Salvador) and immigrated to Canada in 1987. He graduated from ACAD's Visual Communications Program in 1997. In tandem with his illustration work, Hugo has been represented as a gallery artist--first with Artspace (1999-2007), and currently with Axis Gallery, which already held an exhibition in August of 2008. Since September 2007, Hugo has been teaching oil painting for the Extended Studies department. To see more of his work, go to www.hugodubon.com

DYLAN EDDY

DYLAN EDDY was born in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, USA. He came to Calgary in 2007 to attend ACAD majoring in Jewellery + Metals, and in 2012 he received his BFA. In 2011, Dylan attended workshops in at the Touchstone School of Craft where he studied blacksmithing. Dylan’s work focuses on ideas related to identity, family heritage, and the passage of time with specific reference to Celtic and Norse society and cultural motifs. Dylan has participated in exhibitions across Canada. In 2011 he took part in an exhibition with the Medallic Art Society of Canada in St. Catherine’s, and in 2012 a group show at the Alberta Craft Council.

WANDA ELLERBECK's artistic practice has spanned ove a life time and has covered the disciplines of painting, drawing and sculpture. Before her engagement with visual arts she was involved with dance and the performing arts. She attained a Masters Degree in Fine Arts from Nova Scotia of Art and Design, Canada and a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the Alberta College of Art and Design. During her studies she was fortunate to work with artists from the USA, Europe as well as Canada. As well as a Canada wide exhibition record, Wanda has taught deawing, painting and sculpture in post secondary institutions in Halifax, Edmonton, Calagry and Vancouver for over 10 years. "I love the teaching aspect of my practice and have great enthusiasm for beginners as well as those who are more adept. My focus has been to facilitate the creativity in other students and offer the skills needed to fulfill their creative efforts and vision." Presently, Wanda lives and works in Canmore, Alberta. Here she is actively engaged in the local art community as well as teaching adult classes in drawing and painting. After a 12 year engegement in the decorative concrete industry, during which time she incorporated art into a functional form, she is now creating and teaching full time.

CHRIS FLODBERG was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. After completing his BFA at the Alberta College of Art + Design, he went onto pursue an MFA in painting at the University of Alberta. Chris taught painting and drawing at the UofA both during and after his degree and was later hired-on at ACAD where he was a drawing and painting instructor. Chris now lives, paints and exhibits full-time in Calgary. To view Chris' art and to see additional information such as shows, publications, and awards, see www.chrisflodberg.com.

GERALD (Gerry) FORSETH, of Gerald L. Forseth Architects Ltd, is a Calgary architect, urban designer, researcher, teacher, writer, curator, exhibitor and traveller with keen interests in & contributions to the public realm, archaeology, culture, history, traditions, politics, contemporary art, sculpture & architecture. He has taught and lectured at the Universities of Calgary & Lethbridge, at SAIT, Mount Royal & Glenbow. Gerald is a past-President of AAA and a Fellow of the RAIC. He curated the exhibitions “Calgary Modern” at the Nickle Arts Museum and “Lethbridge Modern” at SAAG.

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JENNEA FRISCHKE is an interdisciplinary, Alberta-born artist currently residing in Calgary. In 2006 she received her BFA degree (with Distinction) from ACAD, where she majored in Jewellery + Metals. Jennea maintains an active jewellery practice, teaches at ACAD, and also works as an international vintage procurer. She exhibits her work in Canada and is active in local markets, such as the Market Collective, and other community art events. Jennea is influenced by her surroundings, nostalgia, vintage themes, and nature/ornithological interests. Attracted to color and design, she is driven to explore different mediums and techniques, and works to combine precious and non-precious materials such as metal, plastic, textiles, and vintage components into one-of-a-kind, quirky pieces of jewellery and wearable art.

JOHN GAUCHER is a commercial photographer based in Calgary. His work encompasses a range of genres that includes Advertising, Architecture, Editorial and Food photography. He has been working in the field for approx 15 years now after graduating from the commercial photography program at Langara College in Vancouver BC. He has served on both the local and national chapter boards for CAPIC, and is currently an instructor in the Photography department at ACAD, teaching 4th year business practices. When not working, he strives to mountain bike as much as humanly possible...you can see his work at www.jgimages.ca

KARL GEIST graduated from ACAD in 1990 with a Diploma in Visual Communications, and is a recipient of Honors of Visual Arts from the University of Victoria. He has been an illustrator and artist for the past 13 years. Represented by Masters Gallery (Calgary), Karl also has works in various private and corporate collections throughout Canada and abroad.

GREG GERLA

GREG GERLA is an award-winning photographer, operating a commercial/fashion photography studio since graduating from ACAD in 1990. His work has taken him from the frozen north of the Arctic Circle to the rich culture of Cuba. He has a passion for the creative process and strives to produce striking and evocative imagery. Greg is currently the Prairie Chapter President of CAPIC (Canadian Association of Photographers and Illustrators in Communication), and teaches part-time in the Photographic Arts Department at ACAD.

MAYA GOHILL recieved a BFA in painting from the University of Calgary, followed by and an MFA from the Academy or Art University, San Francisco with an emphasis in illustration. She divides her time between studio practice, gallery exhibitions, teaching, and illustration. Her work can be found in private and public collections around the world, and in various publications such a Star Wars Art: Visions. Her teaching experience spans 8 years, four of which were spent as a tenured instructor at the Antelope Valley College in Southern California, and the remaining years at ACAD, teaching in the Visual Communications Design.

SUZEN GREEN

SUZEN GREEN is a Newfoundland-born visual artist based in Calgary. Primarily a knitter, Green’s work includes installation, performance, sculpture and traditional textile practices. She received a Bachelor of Fine Arts (with Distinction) in Fibre at Alberta College of Art and Design, and most recently completed a Masters of Fine Arts in Fibres at Concordia University. Green has facilitated studio-based textile workshops, given lectures and exhibited work throughout Canada. She returns to Calgary from Montreal where she recently taught undergraduate studies in Fibres at Concordia University.

TARA GRIFFITHS acquired her wonder for nature while growing up on beautiful Vancouver Island. With a natural aptitude for making things which reflect this interest, after graduating from the Fine Arts Diploma Program at North Island College, Tara completed a degree in Textiles at NSCAD. Currently, she works as the ACAD Fibre Department Technician and, through her company--Salonska Collections, she designs one-of-a-kind collections to wear. You can find her work online at www.salonskacollections.etsy.com, and through the Fibre Arts Cooperative, Contextural website: www.contextural.ca

TIA HALLIDAY is a Calgary-based artist and art educator. She studied at ACAD, Ontario College of Art and Design, and the Art Institute of Chicago; and recently completed her MFA at Concordia University in Montreal. Tia has received numerous scholarships and awards for her work and has exhibited across Canada and in the United States. She returns to Calgary after having taught undergraduate courses in Fine Arts at Concordia University in Montreal.

LORRIN HANSON is a Calgary based jewellery designer/goldsmith. He has been in the industry for the last 14 years, and has completed software training to the expert level on 3Design CAD (computer aided design). Lorrin has been using CAD software extensively in his business for the last 2 years, and was recently acknowledged with a second place finish in the 2011 international 3Design competition.

KERRY HARMER holds a BFA in Design Art from Concordia University in Montreal and a MDes in Industrial Design from the University of Alberta where she taught design for five years. Kerry has worked professionally as a furniture designer in Montreal and Edmonton. Her furnishings and accessory designs have been exhibited across Canada and her work has been published and presented internationally.

HEATHER HUSTON received her MFA in Printmaking from the University of Alberta in 2006, and is currently an instructor at ACAD. She has exhibited locally, nationally and internationally, and has works in several collections, including the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, and the Ottawa School of Art. Heather's work is based on miniatures--the 'every day,' and on trying to find interesting structures in cookie-cutter neighborhoods.

JOAN IRVIN is an interdisciplinary artist, educator, writer, and curator. Her jewellery and small-scale mixed media works have been exhibited nationally, in the U.S., Europe and Asia. Originally trained as a ceramist, Joan obtained a BFA in Visual Arts from The University of Calgary, and subsequently completed The Banff Centre's Advanced Studio Program. After working as a ceramic artist and technician, and Supervisor of Calgary's Wildflower Arts Centre, Joan registered in the Jewellery + Metals program at the Alberta College of Art + Design in 1999; winning numerous award and graduating with distinction. She further developed her metalworking skills through study at the Penland School of Crafts, working with a goldsmith, and an AFA Art Production Grant. An active arts advocate, Joan was recently awarded the Alberta Craft Council's 2009 Award of Honor. Examples of Joan's work can be found in Dona Meilach's book, Teapots: Makers & Collectors.

ADRIENNE JENKINS obtained her BFA in Painting from ACAD in 1999. She enjoys working in both two- and three-dimensional media. An active participant in the Calgary art scene, Adrienne's work has received local media coverage in both print and television. Her pieces reside in a number of private and public collections; and her work has been featured in solo and group shows, and juried exhibitions. Adrienne teaches K-12 art throughout Alberta for the Alberta Foundation for the Arts, Schools Residency Program. She is presently painting a centennial mural for the town of Irricana. See also www.ukrainianart.ca

KIMBERLY JOHANSEN

KIMBERLY JOHANSEN is an emerging artist, designer and metalsmith who has won awards for design and leadership as well as technical and academic excellence. She received the Board of Governor’s Award in 2008, when graduating from the Alberta College of Art + Design (ACAD) with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (with Distinction) in the Jewellery & Metals major. Ms. Johansen maintains an active studio practice, exhibiting on both a national and international level, and teaches at ACAD while continuing to run her graphic design business. Her work is constantly evolving - alternately joyous, colourful, humorous, sensitive, metaphorical and deeply narrative - reflecting an endless curiosity about the world and a passion for making meaning in her life.

GEMINESSE JOHNSON after a field trip to ACAD, Geminesse was inspired to pursue a career in the arts. She received her Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication from ACAD in 2002 and has since worked as a designer and art director in retail advertising and corporate communications. Geminesse's range of experience reaches far beyond her years, she recently designed a national Olympic campaign for Canadian Pacific's sponsorship of the 2010 Winter games. She continues to inspire others and teaches a Graphic Design course with ACAD Extended Studies.

MITCH KERN is a native of New York City and long-time resident of Los Angeles, Mitch Kern’s work has won both press and praise by exploring issues of race, class, and gender through penetrating juxtapositions in portraiture. The recipient of an MFA from Penn State University and a BA from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Kern’s work has been published in advertising, editorial and fine art contexts and exhibited internationally. He has taught at Penn State University, Central Missouri State University and Louisiana Tech University and is currently the head of the photography department at the Alberta College of Art + Design.

CHARLES LEWTON-BRAIN

CHARLES LEWTON-BRAIN has studied and worked in Europe and North America. A master goldsmith, author, artist - he teaches internationally on his research into rapidly manipulating metal and surfaces for artistic and manufacturing reasons. He invented Fold-Forming, internationally recognized as a new system of metal working. Charles is Program Head of the Jewellery & Metals program at ACAD, where he has taught since 1986, and Past-President of The Canadian Craft Federation, the national organization for craft. He co-founded the Ganoksin Project (www.ganoksin.com) with Dr. Aspler. It is the world's largest internet resource for jewellers, with over 700 pages of Charles' writing, receives four million unique visitors a year! Charles' articles can also be accessed through www.brainpress.com. He is a member of the Royal Canadian Academy, and in 2012 won the Saide Bronfman Award for Fine Craft, a national Governor' Generals Award. A short video is here www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hq_OTqF3u3k

LORI LUKASEWICH received her art education at ACAD, and has applied her art and painting skills in the areas of graphic art, visual presentation, film and television properties, jewellery design, furniture design, decorative and faux painting, and paleontological restoration. She has exhibited throughout Alberta; and her work can be found in many public, private and corporate collections. In 2001, Stoddart Kids published "The Night Fire"--a children's book written and illustrated by Lori. Deeply involved in fine oil painting, Lori also has a passion for teaching visual arts.

TAMMY MCGRATH

TAMMY MCGRATH holds a BFA in Painting and an MFA in Intermedia. She is a painter, multimedia installation/performance artist and sculptor. Tammy has presented her artwork, lectures and artist talks nationally and has received numerous grants and scholarships. She has taught studio courses at the University of Regina, The University of Calgary, and ACAD. She also initiates and spearheads projects like the 'Mountain Standard Time' performative art festival, 'Space for Space' performative art collective, and 'EX 120'--a continuous 24 hours/day, five-day performative art festival in Calgary. She volunteers much of her time to non-profit art organizations, and has been a jury member for local and national granting agencies and art institutions. In her art practice, she examines constructed identities, how knowledge is retained and erased, hierarchical systems, and community. Currently, Tammy is working on an installation titled "Voir Dire," which will be exhibited in Calgary in the fall of 2009.

GUY PARSONS. A graduate of Alberta College of Art and Design in 1987, Guy has maintained a busy studio practice in Calgary for the past 20 years. Working as a Graphic Designer, Illustrator and artist, his work has appeared in many notable publications such as the Globe and Mail, Readers Digest Books, and Sports Illustrated. Among Guy’s numerous clients are companies such as Shell Canada, Canada Post, and Parks Canada. He has participated in several group shows (notably, Calgary’s own Artrageous), and his work is included in numerous collections. Two awards for illustration were given to Guy in the Society of Graphic Designers of Canada’s 1999 Peak national design and illustration competition. Two pieces of Guy’s were chosen for AdRodeo’s 2001 Fundraising Auction. A former member of the Canadian association of photographers and illustrators (CAPIC), and a current member of the Society of Graphic Designers of Canada, these past fifteen years he has held prominent positions on their executive boards and has been a lecturer on Copyright law, and the business of Design and Illustration. His position as a jurist for Oilweek magazine’s Annual Report competition for five years have allowed him to meet and critique the work of some of Canada’s top designers. Guy also enjoys working as a sessional instructor in design and computer related programs at ACAD. Guy Parsons Visual Communications Inc. has been providing Design, Illustration, and Creative services since 1989. We’ve worked on projects from Corporate identity, to Environmental graphic design, Publication design, Web design, Advertising design, direct mail advertising, and illustration.

LYN PFLUEGER received her science Degree from Sydney University, and worked for a number of years as a biochemist. In 1995, she graduated with a BFA Degree from ACAD and then taught in the Fibre Department as a part-time sessional instructor. Her special interests include felt-making, the properties of materials, and the structure of surfaces.

LAURA POPE is a partner at Plum Studios which is a company that produces advertising and marketing materials as well as all types of graphic design, photography and illustration. She is a graduate of ACAD with a BFA and previously taught drawing, art fundamentals, painting and colour theory at ACAD from 1984 until 2001. Laura also maintains an active fine art studio practice where she paints, draws and works with embroidery. You can view some of her work at www.plumstudios.ca

SHONA RAE was a professional clay sculptor for nearly a decade before a series of dreams led her to begin studying goldsmithing and metal arts in 1994. She received her Diploma in Applied Art and Design from the Kootenay School of the Arts Cooperative in 1998; and then in 2000, she received her BFA (with Distinction) from ACAD. After nearly 30 years as a ceramist she has discovered that metal is clay! and is enthusiastically applying that knowledge to her creative works. After teaching jewellery and small object design for two years at the Kootenay School of the Arts, Shona returned to Calgary where she runs a professional practice, teaches part-time at ACAD, and in 2004--co-founded INFLUX, a contemporary art jewellery gallery. Shona Rae has won numerous awards and attention throughout Europe and North America for her sculpture and art jewellery. She maintains a deep commitment to the study and creation of art, craft and design.

CRAIG RICHARDS

CRAIG RICHARDS was born in Edmonton, Alberta in 1955. In 1980 he moved to Canmore, Alberta, the gateway to the Canadian Rockies and continues to call these mountains home. For over 30 years Richards has used a 4×5 camera combined with the traditional silver gelatin printing process.His photographs have been the subject of over 50 solo exhibitions, and 45 group exhibitions at public, commercial galleries and museums throughout the world.He has been a guest instructor teaching photographic workshops in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Europe and Africa and has given lectures and presentations of his photographs around the world. Richards is currently Curator of Photography at the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, Banff, Alberta.

CAM ROBERTS is an Alberta born artist and graduate of ACAD. He is active in his own studio with commissioned work and personal development. 'Having a passion for the figure,' he attends various life-drawing sessions throughout the city. Cam uses a diverse range of medium in his work. To view some of his work, go to www.cameronleeroberts.com

BEV RODGERS has applied her ACAD Painting Diploma and BFA Degree to a wide variety of art and design pursuits, including a partnership in a color consulting business. She has many years of teaching experience, working with students of all ages.

DAVID SCHLEINDL received a BFA in Film and Video from the Emily Carr College of Art and Design, and a BArch from the University of Toronto. Prior to starting his design-build company in Calgary, he worked on numerous planning and design projects in Banff and Lake Louise, the greater Vancouver area, the Caribbean, China, and Australia. In addition to residential design and commercial interior design, David also works on public art projects, such as the recently completed plus 15 installation in downtown Calgary.

ROBERTA SHAW

ROBERTA SHAW received a BFA with Distinction in Printmaking from the University of Calgary. She has a love of drawing from nature and is an active bookbinder. Roberta works in intaglio, lithography, and silkscreen, and has a passion for the print process. Currently she works full time in ACAD in the Bookstore.

LAUREL SMITH's paintings are borne out of a fun and messy process that reflects her love of learning through art. She received a BFA from ACAD, an MFA from Concordia University, and is currently a PhD student in the University of Calgary's Education Program. She is the recipient of several awards, has works in public and private collections, and has been the subject of exhibition reviews and catalogues. She has exhibited in the Alberta Biennial of Contemporary Art, The RBC Canadian Painting Competition, and Neo-Minimalism – among others. Currently, Laurel's paintings are represented by Peak Gallery (Toronto) and Herringer Kiss Gallery (Calgary); and can be viewed at www.laurelsmith.ca.

JOHN SMITH JONES graduated from ACAD in 2008 in the Jewellery + Metals Program. He has worked for many years in the oil and gas industry in Canada and overseas. His practice is mainly in making raised metal vessels, exploring form, surface, and colour. Examples of his work can be seen at johnsmithjones.com

MARGOT VAN LINDENBERG studied Education in the Netherlands, and received her BFA (with Distinction) from the Fibre Program at ACAD. Influenced by living and working in Africa and the Arctic, she explores identity through microscopic imagery, using thread to create new forms. Recently, she was honoured to exhibit in the 5th International Biennial of Textile Art in Buenos Aires (Argentina). Margot also designs and produces a line of contemporary silk scarves. She uses surface design techniques of hand-dyeing, devore, silk-screening, shibori, nuno-felting and stitching, and grows her own plants for natural dyes.

DIRK VAN WYK has taught drawing, visual communication, painting, bookbinding and a number of related material at university level for many years. Free lance and commissioned work includes labels for Big Rock Breweries, portraits, murals and decorative work on furniture. With both a BA and an MA in Fine Art (Drawing) from U of C, he also taught in the United Arab Emirates for 8 years at the American University of Sharjah. He is a member of the Alberta Craft Council and the New Calgary Rug and Textile Club and is actively involved with CBBAG ( Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artists Guild). For more information, check out makedovisibles.com.

MARK VAZQUEZ-MACKAY graduated with a BFA Degree in Painting from ACAD in 2002--before moving to San Miguel de Allende (Mexico) in search of a different culture and history. After completing his MFA Degree at the Instituto Allende, Mark returned to Calgary in 2004 to continue painting and drawing in his own studio. His work focuses on an observational transliteration of appearances; see www.markvazquez-mackay.com

STACEY WATSON studied at the University of Calgary in Photography and Printmaking. Her MFA program also involved training at the Royal College of Art in London. Since finishing her formal education in 2004 she has exhibited internationally, including at Art Basel Miami in 2007 and locally, including at The Art Gallery of Calgary in 2009. Her practice spans photography, video, assemblage and painting, along with heavy doses of papier mache. She has taught at Havering College, England and the University of Lethbridge. She is currently the Curator at Pith Gallery, Calgary."

KARI WOO

KARI WOO is a full-time contemporary art jeweller who doubles as a mixed media assemblage artist. She is co-founder/owner of INFLUX Jewellery Gallery (influxgallery.com) in Calgary, an instructor with the ACAD Extended Studies Program and a founding member of crafter collectives in Calgary and Vancouver that advocate for the handmade and buying local. Her mixed media work, which explores issues around cultural identity, has been exhibited in Europe, Canada, the U.S, South Korea and at the Museum of Vancouver as part of the 2010 Cultural Olympiad. Woo's sophisticated, clever and versatile jewllery designs are inspired by the contrasts between urban and natural environments and are available in design boutiques across the country and in select U.S. locations. Kari graduated with her BFA (Honors) from the Alberta College of Art + Design in 2003.

WILLIAM YEE

WILLIAM YEE came from Hong Kong in 1975 to seek freedom and inspiration in the arts. After a year of study in The Fine Art Faculty at the University of Lethbridge, William came to Calgary in 1977 to join the first group of students to enter ACAD's Photo Major Program. Since then, he has been involved in various commercial photography businesses, including set up of the first independent 1 Hour Photo Lab in Calgary in 1985. In his 30+ years as a professional photographer, though working in many fields of commercial photography, William's passion remains editorial photography: He believes a photo should lead viewers to think and imagine what the story is behind the image, and that there should always be a deeper meaning in a photograph besides the obvious presentation of the image.

WILL YOUNG graduated with a BDes in Photography from ACAD and is currently working out of his own studio. His work is often bent with wry humour and irony, or explores more serious subjects such as urban sprawl. Will has a keen interest in editorial photography, and enjoys creating new personalities with his subjects; see www.willyoungphoto.com