Biography: Jennifer Masksymetz
Jennifer is an artist, curator, researcher and ritualist whose work hones in on the transformative power of art for social reflection.
Biography: Matt Robertson
Matt Robertson, a British-born, Canadian-based, 3x Grammy-nominated composer, producer, and musical director. He has worked with artists including Björk, Anohni, Arca, The Cinematic Orchestra, and Ellie Goulding as musical director, orchestrator, and arranger. He has released four solo albums, blending ambient sound design with warm techno textures and delicate electronics. Influenced early by Jean-Michel Jarre and Jimmy Smith, Matt studied at the University of Surrey before working in London studios, where he began building his own synths. Drawing on vintage, modern, and DIY instruments, he merges electronic production with classical composition and cinematic soundscapes. His distinct sound has earned wide acclaim, two Grammy nominations for work with Anoushka Shankar, and recent film scores including Navalny and The New Corporation.

Biography: Joan Carrigan
Joan Carrigan has been exploring a diverse range of basketry techniques and materials for over 30 years. After
studying Fine Art and Art History at the University of Guelph she attended her first Basketry Conference in Toronto in 1991. Her research into traditional skills inspires her use of the plant materials she respectfully harvests from nature, while her background in fine art fuels her enthusiasm for the sculptural and creative potential that the medium offers. Joan’s work has been exhibited nationally and internationally. Joan teaches extensively and finds this to be a very
rewarding aspect of her life as a basketmaker.

Biography: Siobhan Gray
Born on Toronto island and living life in Bamfield, west coast Vancouver island, never far from the waters edge. Jeweller, artist, designer, professional scientific diver and poet. Forever inspired by nature, Creating art for the strong and the
good. “imagine the falling rain loves you”

Biography: Tarun Nayar
Tarun Nayar of Modern Biology, is a biologist-turned-musician trained from childhood in Indian classical music. He
creates immersive soundscapes by blending raga traditions with modular synthesis, custom-built instruments, and the
natural vibrations of plants, electromagnetic fields, and even the earth’s resonant hum. His performances transform
bioelectricity and environmental resonance into deeply contextual music that invites listeners into the present moment
through vibration, space, and connection.