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Art Island: Perspectives from a Creative Community – A Series by Zsofin Sheehy
About the Filmmaker
Zsofin Sheehy, an independent filmmaker and Hornby Island native, specializes in creating immersive experiences that capture emotion and detail. With a decade of dedication to evolving her craft, she distinguishes herself through her intuitive eye and the ability to foster trust, intimacy, and personal stories. Currently creating the Art Island film series with Hornby Arts, Zsofin aims to showcase individual artistry, break down barriers, and encourage the celebration of our shared humanity.
Art Island Season 2
S2E7: Ann Newdigate – Artist
A heartfelt tribute to visual artist and tapestry weaver Ann Newdigate.
S2E6: Tessa Mythos – Painter
Enter into the studio and parallel universes through the art of Tessa Mythos.
S2E5: Rochelle Chinnery – Ceramic Artist
Process and philosophy are revealed as we follow artist Rochelle Chinnery through her studio.
S2E4: Bob Cain – Photographer
Hornby Island’s unofficial documentarian Bob Cain takes us through 40 years and thousands of photos.
S2E3: Anne Ngan – Painter
The world and mind of Anne Ngan is revealed through her thoughtful conversation and passion for colour.
E2: Michael McNamara – Designer & Builder
Michael McNamara tours us through the architectural spaces he’s created while searching for and building community.
E1: Susan Crowe – Potter
Meet Susan Crowe of Cannon Road Pottery in her studio and learn about her outlook on life, love and making.
Art Island Season 1
E10: Vass Éva Rozsa – Artist
Vass Éva Rozsa brings us into her world of experimentation and creative magic.
E9: Tom Knott – Sculptor
Tom Knott shares the infinite movement and surface in his meditative kinetic steel sculptures, and inspirations found in spirituality, nature, and community.
E8: Elaine Savoie– Painter, Market Gardener
Elaine Savoie explores how her life has been shaped by the island artist community, her connection to the land, and her use of art, writing, and poetry to explore personal identity, intergenerational processing, and the intricacies of island life.
E7: Gordon Payne – Artist
Gordon Payne’s intensely detailed painting, experimental sculptures, and deep exploration of art philosophy are all elements of his committed daily practice of channelling the expression of artistic thinkers throughout history.
E6: Alpen Kelley – Painter, Printmaker, Jeweller
Alpen Kelley provides insight into her artistic process across various media, emphasizing a pragmatic view that revolves around continuous and enthusiastic learning.
E5: Tony Wilson – Musician, Composer, Author
Jazz composer and musician Tony Wilson candidly reflects on using his art to address urgent social justice issues, and imparts wisdom for those pursuing their creative dreams.
E4: Michelle Nyberg – Painter
Michelle Nyberg‘s paintings are marked by the vibrant translation of the world’s beauty into paintings filled with movement, colour, and whimsy, showcasing the influence of Hornby Island on her artistic development and connection with a diverse audience.
E3: Moragh Eilish – Mixed Media Artist
Working in drawing, painting, and as a tattoo artist, Moragh Eilish shares how engagement in artistic countercultures and the inspiration of alternative living models have led to a life of artistic pursuit and community-seeking through her practice.
E2: Tom Burrows – Sculptor
Tom Burrows opens the doors to his hand-built Downes Point home, reflecting on his influential 50-year career and offering insights into the lasting impact of 1970s counterculture on his work and contemporary society.
E1: Alina Milek – Flower Farmer, Florist and Jeweller
Explore the garden and studio of Alina Milek, a native of Hornby Island, as she discusses the meaningful connection between her creative practice and giving back to her community.
Funding for Art Island is provided by the Canada Council for the Arts, the BC Arts Council, and the Province of British Columbia.
The Art of Gardening Series
Released in 2022, The Art of Gardening is a mini-series celebrating just a few of the magnificent gardens that call Hornby Island home.
