I've been getting lots of questions about renegades, such as: what is a renegade?; why did you start your Renegade Conversations webcast?; how do you find renegades?; can anyone be a renegade?. So I wrote a blog post A Renegade Conversation that answers these questions and more.
Renegade Conversations The final episode of Renegade Conversations, Season Two will be released on Friday with the Honourable Dr. Mayann Francis, who was the Lieutenant Governor for the province of Nova Scotia, from 2006-2012. She was the first African Nova Scotian and second woman to be appointed as the vice regal representative.She is
the second African Canadian to be appointed Lieutenant Governor in Canada. It was such an honour to have this conversation about her many firsts. She is a true groundbreaker!
You can access Renegade Conversations here. Don't forget to subscribe tomy YouTube channel . (You will be notified each time a new episode launches, plus it would really help me in my efforts to attract sponsors :).)
Wearable art pop-ups! If you are in the Maritimes and would like to see some of my wearable art fashions in person, I have two pop-ups coming up in June. See the calendar below for details. I love that each piece is made to order in Canada by local women in Montreal. This slow fashion means minimal waste and local production!
And if you can't be in the neighbourhood, here's the link to order online. Have a look and let me know what you think!
Check out my latest Artworks in progress below. I hope you like them!
Keep reading for Upcoming Classes and Events and more.
Stay well and keep looking for those moments of joy. Thanks for reading and connecting. It means the world to me.
Warmly,
Meryl Cook Engagement by Design artist,author, speaker and facilitator. "Colour, texture, joy and self compassion" are the core principles of my business and life. Helping you to find your joy and be wild with purpose.
Booking now for 2024/2025 Spots available for speaking, workshop and team building facilitation and custom designs for your conference or organization (in person or virtual). Limited spots to work with me one to one over Zoom also available.
June 13, 12 to 2pm - Pop-up at Halifax Convention Centre I will be onsite with a selection of my artwork, as well as my books, notecards and selected wearable art clothing. Hope to see you there!
June 16 - Journaling for Design and Creativity 1 to 4pm at Sisterhood Fibres in Truro, Nova Scotia. This is a private event for a fibre arts tour organized by Battenkill Fibers.
June 21, 12 to 5pm - Pop-up at Forage Boutique in Downtown Truro 6 Havelock St., Truro, NS 902-441-7064 I will be at Forage Boutique with my new wearable art clothing, as well as a selection of my fibre art, books and notecards. Drop by to say hello!
September 20 - October 02 TIGHR Triennial Conference I'll be attending this international conference in Niagara Falls, Ontario. October 2, 9-11am The Therapeutic Benefits of Fibre Art panel discussion October 2, 2-5pm Chakra Colours by Design class. Registration for TIGHR members has now closed.
Work one to one
with me Are you feeling burnt out and needing to reconnect with joy and a sense of purpose? Perhaps you are blocked and needing help to get in the flow again. Need help in creating a design that expresses your inner self? I help you discover the steps to find your joy and access your creative soul. Book your Individual Connection Session today. Packages of three sessions with me are also available.
Creating SpaceYou want to make time to create, a space to feel and think. You want to use your art and creativity (journaling, sketching) to find a sense of purpose and express your inner self. Sign up for this FREE resource today. For more information and to register today.
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Artwork in Progress
My Renegade Series of 12"x12" mixed media pieces mounted on artist canvas continues. These recent pieces emphasize the women from the chest and throat areas. I'm having a lot of fun with them.
If you would like to own one of my fibre art creations, take a look at
my gallery or contact me. Custom designs also available.
A work in progress from my Renegade Series. Mixed media (wet felting, rug hooking and applique). Created by Meryl Cook.