Abbotsford, BC, CANADA - Take a look through this submission from BC Artist, Chantelle Trainor-Matties. This showcase of heart and versatility is a true treat.

Bio provided by the Artist: Chantelle Trainor-Matties is a Canadian artist from British Columbia with Nisga’a and Métis heritage who specializes in illustration, graphic design, and painting. Trainor-Matties works for herself and does freelance work for private and commercial clientele through her small business Frettchan Studios. Her work ranges from bold formline to charming cartoons to painterly realism. She participates in a variety of events such showcases, markets, trade shows and exhibits her work in galleries. Her late ferrets are her main inspiration; other favourite subjects are flora and fauna, pop culture, the macabre and North West Coast art.

The pandemic has taken its toll on my career; showcases, exhibits, and conventions were either canceled or postponed including my university graduation ceremony. You don’t realize how much the art industry relies on in person gatherings until it's all taken away. I have been blessed to be able to continue with freelance work like painting commissions and graphic design work. Due to the pandemic, I’ve also gotten involved in more mural work and I love it! I’ve also started to do more public speaking about my art and career, digital workshops and live-streaming from the comfort of my own home. I’ve made a lot of changes to the way I run my art practice that will continue to benefit me in the future.

Find more from Chantelle on her website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Patreon, and Tumblr.

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