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Etsy Montreal Printemps 2019 - Etsy Montreal Spring Show 2019

6/5/2019

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Etsy Montreal Marché de Printemps Technopole Angus / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
The Spring Show organized by the Collectif Créatif Etsy Montréal is one of the highlights of my year.
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Hosted in the historic Locoshop Angus, the show gathers a curated selection of 100+ high-quality local brands (artists, designers, makers) in various categories, ranging from jewelry, to paper goods, home decor, gourmet food, baby stuff, skin care, fashion accessories and more!
It's impossible not to fall in love with something. Try, I dare you!

If you missed this epic spring show, do not fret. The Collectif Créatif Etsy Montréal will be hosting at least 4 more shows in 2019, with different vendors each and every time. In fact, the team truly prides itself of offering a different mix of brands to shoppers each time. If you don't want to miss any, your best bet is to follow the page on Facebook for updates!

I really enjoyed snapping these photos of the event, although it was challenging to navigate the huge crowds at times! Do you recognize any of your favorite brands?
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Etsy Montreal Marché de Printemps Technopole Angus / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Pink Clementine / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Abricotine / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Collage / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Collectif Créatif Etsy Montreal / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Uekibachi / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Alice Bertin Ceramiste / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Amango Cacao / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Sofs Designs / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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L'Atelier Cheval de Bois Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Bar à plantes Mtl / Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Abricotine / Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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La Pincée / Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Meemoza / Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Isa Kapsaskis / Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Etsy Montreal Printemps / 2019 / Credit Veni Etiam Photography
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Veni Etiam Photography / 2019 / Collectif Créatif Etsy Montréal
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Have you ever been? Is that where you and I met? Leave a comment and let me know!
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Etsy Made in Canada: Montreal September 2018

4/10/2018

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Well, that's a wrap! 

For our September show, anyway. The next Etsy Montréal show will take place in November (22-24) at the Windsor Station, and then there will be one more holiday show in December (15-16) at the Théâtre Denise-Pelletier in Hochelaga. 

Last week, I shared with you a little bit about why I love participating in AND co-organizing the Etsy Montreal shows. 

If you couldn't make it to the show to enjoy the atmosphere and shop from incredible local shops, here is a taste of what it was like! I snuck away from my booth for a few moments here and there to snap a few photos of the event.
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To see my full album, visit my Facebook page.

Mark your calendar for the two next Etsy Montreal shows, will you? 
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Etsy Montreal Team. Photo credit Julien Lauzon Photography
From my heart to yours.
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Photography is hard work! Please remember to credit Veni Etiam Photography if sharing these event photos!
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Seven artists I can't wait to see at the Etsy Montreal Fall Show 2018

27/9/2018

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It's that time of year again!

Every September, Etsy Canada and its regional teams of passionate leaders host an annual fall show in almost 30 cities across the country. It's the Etsy Made in Canada market (which also goes by the name "Etsy Fait au Québec" in our province.)
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On September 29th and 30th at the Locoshop Angus in Montreal, over 100 makers and designers will be gathered under one (historical) roof to exhibit their locally-made jewelry, paper goods, home decor items, fashion accessories, food, children's items, skin care products and more! 
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For more of my event photos, visit my Facebook page or this blog post. Please credit when reposting!
I was fortunate to discover this scene almost as soon as I launched Veni Etiam back in 2015. I volunteered for the team for a few shows and was later recruited as one of the team leaders. What I love most about working on this leadership team is witnessing how incredibly talented our community is, and encouraging it to thrive even further. Not only are our participating vendors creative artists, but they are also inspiring entrepreneurs with unique life journeys. 

Those unique life journeys and behind the scenes moments are being shared on Instagram and Facebook this week as part of our seven-day social media challenge. You can follow us with the hashtag #EtsyMtlChallenge2018. I promise you you'll be inspired by what these artists have to share about their craft and their shops. ​
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When we curate the collection for each of our shows, the process is meticulous and long. We go through close to 500 applications each time and mark the ones that stand out above the rest in terms of a list of criteria including originality, branding, photo quality and appropriateness for our shoppers depending on the season. That first cut doesn't even make a dent because of the caliber of applications we tend to receive. We then have to go through at least 300 applications, category by category, with a jury of team members. We do this in person, often until the wee hours of the morning, and then we continue to fine-tune our selection through an online discussion process.

Every edition, each of the organizers ends up falling in love with shops that are either new to our community or who have really upped their game in terms of the products they offer and how they present themselves as a brand.
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Here are 7 artists I cannot wait to see at our market this weekend!

Veinage

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Joannie Houle Art

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The Softies - Tout doux

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Pease

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Lilot Poterie

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Elisa Signature

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Endearing Knits

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If you are in Montreal this weekend, stop by our show! I'll be there with my photographic wall art, framed prints and decor accessories, including some of my new trays. Like many of these artists, I will also be taking custom orders and exhibiting lots of new items that are not listed in my online shops! 
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Here is the full list of participating vendors and here are the full event details.
It's FREE to enter and the first 30 guests in line each day get a special goodie bag!

If you're not in Montreal, have a look whether an Etsy Made in Canada show is coming near you this weekend! I promise you it's a special feeling to support local makers and your local economy!

Do you have a favorite shop in your community? Leave a comment below and spread the love. ​
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Event photos by Veni Etiam Photography
From my heart to yours.
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From endometriosis to entrepreneurship: It's time to share

20/2/2018

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This is a raw, personal, heartfelt post - I hope you can read it to the end. 
Many – in fact, most – of you don’t know that for eighteen years, I have been a sufferer of severe endometriosis and other related health conditions - experiences that have changed me and my life forever.

Although I’m a writer at heart and have written about almost everything, this is something I’ve never put into words until now, not even in my own journals, and something I certainly did not imagine doing so publicly. But after nearly twenty years of this complex story, and after seeing so many other women struggling in similar ways, it is time now.

Unexpectedly and in almost one sitting, I have written my first real book – cover to cover – complete with things I’ve never written for a book, like a preface, an author’s note and acknowledgments. In it, a raw, candid, descriptive account of my personal journey - one that will surely resonate with many women and men around the world.
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Why? And why now?

This March, I will be launching an inspiring new initiative called Alba – a new dawn.  The website will showcase – through photographs, words and products designed for the cause – women entrepreneurs who have been affected by endometriosis, female cancers, chronic pain and infertility.

My goal with Alba is to help us shift the dialogue on women’s health and achieve a brighter dawn with more pro-active, holistic, systematic approaches for all, as well as to raise funding for research.

​I have chosen to launch it in March in time for endometriosis awareness month and for Women's Day (March 8th).
The e-book is now available for pre-order through my Etsy shop.

By pre-ordering today, you will receive it in your inbox on its release date, March 8th. All proceeds from the book will go to starting up and maintaining the Alba project, which in turn will help many women find their voices and will collect funds for research on female cancers and endometriosis. Needless to say, you'd be donating to an important cause. 

Whether you have been directly touched by the challenges of endometriosis and related health conditions (such as chronic pain, female cancers and infertility) or whether you are curious to learn more about this misunderstood and complex illness from the outside in, the poignant and brutally honest passages in "It's Time." are intended to educate, empower, inspire and heal. 
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The poignant and brutally honest passages in "It's Time." are intended to educate, empower, inspire and heal.
Please follow @alba.a.new.dawn on Instagram and share this post as widely as possible, as we prepare for the launch of the initiative and the e-book!

If this resonates with you and you would like to find out about opportunities to become a member, affiliate or sponsor, please send me an e-mail to alba.a.new.dawn@gmail.com and I’ll walk you through how the initiative will work. All opportunities will also be detailed on the website when it is launched in two weeks.


This post, and this whole mission, comes from the most vulnerable, rawest part of me. I’m taking a deep breath and hoping you’ll join me on this journey. 
From my heart to yours,
Kristina
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Smitten with Italy

15/2/2018

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“Open my heart and you will see, graved inside of it, 'Italy!'” – Robert Browning
Whether you have been following me for some time or you have just stumbled upon my world, you may have noticed that Italy plays a huge part in my collection, my writings and my days. 

Why?

What's the deal with Italy? What gave rise to this "obsession"? How is Italy part of my life story? What's my favorite spot in Italy? All these questions and MORE are answered in an interview I did for the lovely Heather Carlson from "Smitten Italy" as part of our new collaboration.
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Heather Carlson is a fellow italophile. We "met" in a magical place called Instagram, connected by our shared passion for Italian travel, food and culture. I stumbled upon Heather's shop of whimsical Italy-inspired goods, and later discovered that she is also behind "Merry Feast Travels", organizing culinary tours and offering travel planning services to any beginner or seasoned Italy-bound traveler. 
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As two individuals with Italy in their hearts, we have teamed up to offer a Veni Etiam x Smitten Italy collection of art prints in her lovely shop, and we have interviewed one another about our journey, our love for Italy and our work.
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Head to the Merry Feast Travels blog to read my full interview about why I'm #smittenwithitaly
To find out more about why Italy is infused into my creative work, and to learn some Italy-related quirks about me that you probably did not know before, head to the Merry Feast Travels blog to read the full interview!
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My mission with Veni Etiam has always been to inspire you, and help you find a piece of art that represents your own journey. 

If Italy resonates with you as it does with me, I think you'll be excited to discover the collection that is now live in the Smitten Italy shop!

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Which one is your favorite? Heather and I would love to know!
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Stay tuned for Part 2 of this series where I will interview Heather about her story and her tips for travellers to Italy. Don't miss out on goodies: follow us!
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Interview for Tandem & Co Design Magazine

2/11/2017

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On this rainy Montreal morning, my interview with the duo of designers Marianne and Brigitte from Tandem & Co is live on their design blog in its original French version. This is the most candid interview I have done so far. In it, I share with you the driving forces behind my art, its mission and all that inspires me. In addition, you'll get to see glimpses of my own daily space and hear about some of my personal dreams.

Don't miss this candid interview! 

An English version will be up on my blog soon!

And, if you sign up as a member of the Tandem & Co "Tribu Créative" (scroll to the bottom of the article on their blog), you get a special VIP coupon to use in my Etsy shop this month. Sign up before November 5th so you won't miss out on their newsletter with the coupon code!

A huge thank you to Marianne and Brigitte for their generosity and their vision of showcasing artists in our local community.
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En ce matin pluvieuse à Montréal, mon entrevue avec l'équipe design de Tandem & Co ​est maintenant sur leur blog de design! ​C'est l'entrevue la plus candide que j'ai faite à date! Marianne et Brigitte m'ont fait parler de mon art et de mes inspirations les plus profondes et j'ai partagé aussi mon espace quotidien et mes rêves personnels avec vous!

Ne manquez pas cette entrevue candide! 

Restez à l'affût: une version anglaise viendra bientôt sur mon blog !

​De plus, si vous rejoignez la "Tribu Créative" (voir la fin de l'article sur leur blog), vous recevrez un coupon promo applicable sur tous les produits dans ma boutique Etsy. Devenez membre de la Tribu Créative avant le 5 novembre pour recevoir leur infolettre et le code promo!
Un gros merci ​à Marianne & Brigitte pour leur vision et leur générosité envers les artistes de notre communauté.
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Artists Among Us: An interview for the McGill Reporter

28/10/2017

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If you know me a little already, you know that I'm a creative soul and a scientist bottled into one. This week, I was interviewed by the McGill Reporter about how I balance science, art and entrepreneurship, in the context of an event happening at my alma mater called "Artists Among Us" on November 1st. This annual show and sale celebrates students, staff, faculty and alumni members of the McGill community who, in addition to their academic careers, are passionate about creating art. 
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I truly enjoyed answering Neale McDevitt's interview questions for his article, as I have been reflecting a lot lately on the intersection of my scientific and artistic careers. 
In what field did you do your PhD at McGill University and, specifically, what is the focus of your research?
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I did my PhD at McGill’s School of Communication Sciences & Disorders in the Faculty of Medicine. The focus of my research is the neurocognition of language and multilingualism – how we use, process, learn and forget languages over our lifespan, and the associated changes that occur in our brain. I am also interested in how a multilingual speaker’s languages interact, and the individual differences that influence how our brain copes with multiple languages.

​My PhD research looked at the language behavior and processing (in the brain) of speakers who are no longer regularly exposed to their native-language, because of immigration to Canada where they have been predominantly using English.
We compared their native (Italian) and second-language (English) to native-speakers of each language, as well as to second-language learners of Italian. Our aim was to study whether, and in which areas, changes might occur in how a native-language is used and processed due to influence of a second-language and due to factors related to the individual’s experience (e.g., age of learning, amount of exposure, length of residence, etc.) ​
What type of art do you do?
Veni Etiam Photography is a fine-art photography shop where I sell my local and international travel photography as wall art and other home decor products. My mission is to inspire and transport people with a piece of art that represents who they are, where they have been and where they dream of going. I transform the photographs I have taken in our city and all over the world into innovative wall art (on paper, canvas, aluminum, acrylic, wood), designer furniture (coffee tables) and small gift items like coasters, notebooks and magnets. There is something in my shop for every decor, mood, memory or dream. Veni Etiam is a Latin phrase meaning "return again". No place is ever the same (and neither are we) and therein lies the beauty of returning. I have an online shop and an Etsy shop where the full collection can be found. Several Montreal shops carry images from my local collection, and I participate in markets and shows in Quebec and Ontario year-round. 
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Which came first, your love of science or your love of art?
It’s hard to tell. I have almost always been academically-minded and passionate about a career in science; I was the girl who carried an encyclopedia in her backpack and asked her 4th grade teacher whether she could do independent “research” while her peers did their schoolwork! But I have also been very creative from a very young age. I haven’t always been a photographer. Rather, my first and favorite form of art is writing. I have always filled notebooks with ideas, impressions and recollections.

​After my B.Sc from McGill, I moved to Europe for two years to pursue an unconventional M.Sc program in three European countries. My parents gave me my first digital camera as a “bon voyage” gift. Those travels enabled me to write, but also to discover a new form of storytelling -- photography. I learned mostly by doing, until photography became so natural to my daily routine that it changed the way my eyes were accustomed to seeing the world. As I conducted a part of my PhD research abroad and travelled to international scientific conferences, I collected more photographs and stories to tell. For this reason, I always say that my career in science fueled my art and accelerated my vision for an online art shop, culminating in its launch during the most intensive part of my PhD (data analysis and manuscript-writing). 
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The early days: My first camera and me in Venice
Is the science/art thing for you a dichotomy?
​As both creative and scientific sides are deeply ingrained in me, I feel like I need both to thrive. I remember when I first launched my shop, my mind was suddenly on fire with ideas both for my dissertation and my art. I don’t believe in dichotomies, and I think that if we look around, nobody in our circle is all one thing or all another. For as long as I can remember, I have been fervently interested in multiple things. My B.Sc course-list included both Neuroscience and Venetian Art History! I could imagine my life going a whole bunch of different ways (and still can).

​I think we all have this in us, perhaps some of us more than others, and it’s more about following the drive to pursue those interests to see where they might lead, what we might learn, how we might impact others. That is what has led me to have an unconventional academic experience, where I was involved in so many different initiatives and living in multiple places. People, including myself, have not easily been able to fit me into a box, and I consider that both a great blessing and a great challenge, primarily because of expectations we are confronted with all the time. In academia, there are certain expectations of you and what your path should be, and the artistic community also has expectations of your approach to your craft. A track is often seen as a linear trajectory, and any deviation as unfocused or a waste of skill. But, truthfully, the only waste I see is a calling or opportunity not explored.
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Are there aspects of both art and science that intersect?
Yes, there are aspects of art and science that intersect for me, because both are infused with my interests, skills and experiences. Everything I have learned along the way gets transferred into whatever I am doing. I think there is as much room for creativity in science as there is room for a strategic approach in creative endeavors. I unexpectedly became fascinated by business and marketing over the last two years. In business, just like in science, I am organized, analytical and data-driven. My scientific training has helped my business planning, in determining what I wanted to offer, the problems I wanted to solve, the niche I wanted to carve and who my audience is. In both art and science, ideas come naturally for me, whereas the technical skills take more practice to master. In both, I have the same work ethic, and I value networking and training experiences because there is always more to learn.
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I am about to launch a second business that allows me to combine all these facets of me and all my scientific and creative skills. I hope it will work out because that would be a real dream.
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What is the best thing you derive from your art?
​The biggest gift my art has brought me is the heartwarming and motivating feeling of having inspired others. I love witnessing shoppers’ reactions to my artwork in person, which is why I pack my schedule with as many local events as I can handle! Knowing that something that inspired me at the time has touched someone else and is now part of their everyday space is a special feeling. I love the connections I have made with clients through my work online or in person. I genuinely enjoy helping them put together a gallery wall for their home, knowing that together we are creating a space that will be their sanctuary and bring them joy. 
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Join me and about 55 other members of the McGill community on Wednesday, November 1st for the annual "Artists Among Us" show and sale from 12 to 6 p.m in the lobby of the Elizabeth Wirth Music Building (527 Sherbrooke West, Montreal). 
Thank you to Neale McDevitt from the McGill Reporter for this fun interview!
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Happiness is handmade: Footage from Etsy Made in Canada

27/9/2017

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This past weekend, one of the most scorching September weekends on record in Montreal, Etsy Montreal hosted the fourth edition of Etsy Fait au Québec, a nation-wide event (called Etsy Made in Canada in other provinces) that showcases the talents of Canadian artists, designers and crafters and encourages the population to shop local.
As one of the leaders of the Etsy Montreal team and as a participating vendor with Veni Etiam Photography, various tasks in planning for this event had filled the pages of my agenda for months. It is always an amazing cause to celebrate (and a bit of a relief) when over 7000 visitors come through our doors and happily discover the creations of over 100 artists. The energy in the room is almost indescribable, the smiles all around are truly contagious, and the feedback that comes from vendors and shoppers is uplifting. The show is a true community endeavor, and puts forward so many important values that strive to make our community - and our future - better. 
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During the event, I snuck away from my booth to snap some candid action shots of shoppers and vendors interacting. On my Facebook page, you can find the full album of photos (nearly 200 of them) of the event, with artists' tagged in the images and a full vendor list for you to peruse.

​But if you've only got a minute or two, here's a video compilation of some of the shots. 
Photo & video by Veni Etiam Photography. Music by bensound.uk
As a vendor, participating in Etsy Made in Canada / Fait au Québec is one of my favorite parts of the year. I am always uplifted and humbled by the support, enthusiasm and love my work receives from attendees and fellow artists alike. 

I am not quite sure where the dream came from, this dream to make inspiring art for your homes and your heart. It just sort of snuck up on me, like the best dreams do, I suppose. A couple of years into having launched my business, some of my absolute favorite places have found a place on your walls, in your homes, in your daily routines. What could I possibly say to that? It's amazing. And what could I possibly say about the truly inspiring exchanges I have had with other incredible members of the artistic community? For everything you have taught me and continue to teach me, thank you!
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From my heart to yours.
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Etsy Fait au Québec Montréal 2017

21/9/2017

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Illustration par Katy Lemay
Mi-septembre déjà, bien que la météo soit convaincue que nous soyons en plein été (je ne me plains pas!) Cette période de l'année signifie que le marché Etsy Fait au Canada et son édition locale Etsy Fait au Québec Montréal s'approche à grands pas. 
Plus de 100 artistes, designers et créateurs de la région de Montréal se réuniront sous un toit (historique) pour exposer et vendre leurs produits faits-main de qualité. 

Voici 12 artisans que j'ai bien hâte de rencontrer ce week-end, car j'adore leurs produits et leur vision artistique. 
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(Cliquez sur chaque image pour voir la boutique Etsy de l'entreprise)
1. Mathilde Cinq-Mars Illustration
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2. Maksym
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3. Paskaleidoscope ​
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4. Portes Bonheur
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5. Pepito le Chat
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6. The Hat with No Feather
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7. Stéphanie Fauteux Céramiste
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8. Le Cubicule
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9. Meemoza
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10. Us & Coutumes
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11. Andrea Shelley Designs
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12. Atelier Cheval de Bois
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Pour voir la liste complète d'artisans, suivez ce lien.
Pour confirmer votre présence à l'événement (c'est gratuit!), c'est ici. 

Veni Etiam Photography sera présente aussi avec plusieurs nouveautés dans la collection Montreal, la toute nouvelle collection de la Havane, des aimants et des objets cadeau, les tables en bois de bouleau, une nouvelle ligne de produits non disponible en ligne (venez la découvrir en personne!) et des cadres prêts à accrocher dans les grandeurs de mes impressions! J'offrirai des rabais sur mes produits ainsi que sur toute commande spéciale confirmée sur place, donc contactez-moi si vous avez des questions avant votre visite!
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P.S. Cet article est présenté dans le cadre de #TradeThursday. Les artisans faisant partie du marché participent dans un défi collectif sur les réseaux sociaux où ils partagent des aperçus de leur vie d'entreprise, leur atelier et leurs préparatifs dans les jours qui précèdent le marché. Suivez-nous sur Instagram avec les mots-clés #etsyfaitauquebecmtl and #etsymtl. 

En espérant vous voir cette fin de semaine!

De mon coeur au vôtre.
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Etsy Made in Canada - Fait au Québec 2017

21/9/2017

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It's mid-September, although the weather gods are still totally convinced it's mid-July (fine by me!). And mid-September means one thing for certain every year: it's time for Etsy Made in Canada and our local edition Etsy Fait au Québec Montréal.
Over 100 artists, designers and makers from the Montreal area will gather under one (historic) roof to showcase and sell their incredible products with the community, which is becoming increasingly interesting in buying local.
Here are 12 artists I cannot wait to see this weekend,
as I am totally in love with their products and artistic vision.
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(Clicking on each artist's image will take you to their Etsy shop. Do it, you know you want to!)
1. Mathilde Cinq-Mars Illustrations
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2. Maksym
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3. Paskaleidoscope 
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4. Portes Bonheur
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5. Pepito le Chat
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6. The Hat with No Feather
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7. Stéphanie Fauteux Céramiste
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8. Le Cubicule
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9. Meemoza
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10. Us & Coutumes
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11. Andrea Shelley Designs
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12. Atelier Cheval de Bois
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To see the full list of vendors, follow this link.
To RSVP to the event (it's free!), go here.
Veni Etiam Photography will also be there all weekend long with tons of new items in the Montreal collection, the brand new Havana collection, magnets and gift items, coffee tables, a surprise new product (come see for yourself!) and new frames available on the spot in the exact sizes of my prints! I'll have reduced prices on prints and custom orders, so if you have questions about sizing or anything else, feel free to reach out even before the event!
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P.S. If you're curious, this post belongs to the theme #TradeThursday, part of the Etsy Montreal Social Media Challenge. The artists who are participating as vendors in the annual Etsy Fait au Quebec (Made in Canada) market are encouraged to share behind the scenes posts as they prepare for the show. Follow along with all of us on Instagram with the main hashtags #etsyfaitauquebecmtl and #etsymtl. 
We all hope to see you there!

From my heart to yours.
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5 books on my shelf

5/9/2017

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It's no secret to you by now that I love to write. But, now and then, I do love to lose myself in others' words and photographs. 
Here are 5 books that I keep handy on my shelf and LOVE to flip through:
  • 52 lists for happiness. I LOVE THIS BOOK! I can't get enough ot it, or its sequels. This book's mission is actually to inspire you to fill its pages - it is a book of lists, as the title suggests, that prompt you to contemplate what brings you joy, to reflect on your past experiences, and to invest in your values, passions and goals. When you read Moorea Seal's table of contents, her 52 lists may seem daunting at first. But, the truth is, they are extremely rewarding to explore. At the bottom of each list is a little "take action" bubble, which gives you the impetus to do something with the list you just thought up -- something that will align you more clearly with what brings you happiness and makes you feel fulfilled. I have tremendously enjoyed sitting in my little urban garden each morning and taking 10 minutes at a time with this book. I like to open it up a random page and see whether the list speaks to me at that moment. Focusing my thought and my energy onto this exercise of reflection has left me feeling content, fulfilled and empowered each time! You have to try it! Find out more about 52 lists for happiness and 52 lists for Calm (for soothing anxiety and creating a peaceful life). 
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  • Falling Cloudberries. I have always had a weak spot for cookbooks, but those written by Tessa Kiros are just dream-inducing. I first discovered Tessa's series of cookbooks when I landed on her book called Venezia, which is essentially THE perfect combination of scrumptious recipes, dreamy storytelling and gorgeous photography. Fun fact: it was Venezia that made me fall in love with the art of food photography and changed my way of looking at things very early on, when I first began to experiment with a camera. Falling Cloudberries is replete with Tessa's family recipes that blend cultures and generations. As usual, the photography by Manos Chatzikonstantis makes you drool as much as the ingredients do. I highly recommend all her books, but I find this one has a great variety of recipes at different levels of complexity. Find out more about Falling Cloudberries.
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  • How to Be a Wildflower. My Mom gave me this book and it is literally filled with inspiration, childish wonder and fresh air. Katie Daisy is an illustrator who is deeply inspired by the natural landscape that surrounded her during her childhood. Wildflowers, creeks, cornfields, hummingbirds, fireflies, and star constellations are alive and well between the colorful pages of this magical book of illustrations and quotes. As you flip through its pages, you can feel the summer breeze, smell the earth, the trees and the flowers, you can see the golden light of the setting sun in the cornfields, and the movement of the fresh linen hanging on the line. Katie has captured childhood and nature in her pages. She calls it a field guide and encourages you to travel with it and record your own inspirations, even giving you space to press flowers between the pages. Reading it, you can't help but feel more aware, more grounded and more connected to nature and life. I loved it so much, I bought some of Katie's prints for my garden. The book makes a wonderful gift for anyone who loves nature, illustrations, quotes and the simple joys in life. Find out more about How to Be a Wildflower.
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  • 111 Places in Venice that You Must Not Miss. If you know me a little bit, I don't have to go into extreme detail about why I love this book! I stumbled upon Gerd W. Sievers' book this summer and I was instantly hooked. For someone who has known and loved Venice for decades and has even studied Venetian art history, I was over the moon about how this book has made me discover new interesting facts about my lagoon city. It goes sestiere by sestiere, dedicating two pages to a place - sometimes a monument, an architectural detail or a food - and interwoven in its description are elements of history, culture, myth and legend. It is written in a style that is enjoyable and easy to follow; you can easily pick up where you left off. Photographs and practical information (about opening times, vaporetto stops and other visitor tips and trivia) make the book a multi-purpose guide for Venice lovers. Find out more about 111 Places in Venice that You Must Not Miss.
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  • The Mindfulness Pocket Book. This book is the perfect book to own if you want to improve in your practice of mindfulness on a daily basis. Gill Hasson has filled this book with meaningful, realistic exercises to help you to slow down, to notice, to feel aligned and peaceful and in control of your perspectives and reactions. What I love about this book is the way the content is organized - it is concise, impactful and super easy to immediately get value out of its pages. You don't have to read the chapters in order and, although it is a small book, it is so rich that you can learn from revisiting its content more than once. It is also filled with quotes to reflect on. I have gifted this book to friends and family, and I love keeping it accessible so that I can refer to it often. Find out more about The Mindfulness Pocket Book.
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I hope you found a little bit of inspiration in this post!

Tell me: Have you read any of these 5 books? Which one is up your alley?
Leave me a comment and let me know. I love to hear from you!
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