Author: Anne Jano

Founder & Creative Director. Passionate about the city of Montreal, discovering its various cultural components as well as exploring foreign places. I am inspired by telling stories of artists, innovative concepts, philanthropy, creative encounters and cultural events.
Creative Encounters

Kim Gingras | Superbowl Dancer Extraordinaire | Empowering Woman Entrepreneur

Beyoncé, arguably one of the top performers of all time makes sure she works with the best. Kim Gingras, a Montreal native, and dancer extraordinaire, is on this ¨B team¨.  From performing at the Superbowl to being part of world tours with top artists, Kim Gingras has accomplished her dream by making her passion (dance) into a career she is very proud of (as she should!).  You … Continue reading Kim Gingras | Superbowl Dancer Extraordinaire | Empowering Woman Entrepreneur

Unknown's avatarAnne JanoLeave a comment
Creative Encounters

Flourishing Fashion House | Bespokenov | Cinthya Chalifoux

Cinthya Chalifoux is a passionate designer that is dedicated to creating traditional and innovative wearable pieces.  Her personal attire alone is striking when we met her- with a strong sense of style and poise, she reminded us of a modern Coco Chanel.   Being the founder of Bespokenov, a growing fashion house specializing in bespoke (explained below), she has many associated projects underway with artists such as Stikki Peaches (find his story here) and … Continue reading Flourishing Fashion House | Bespokenov | Cinthya Chalifoux

Unknown's avatarAnne Jano3 Comments
Cultural Lifestyle, Philanthropy Superstars

Mapplethorpe Unplugged Event | Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA)

The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) has become the most visited museum in Canada. We are so lucky to have this establishment at proximity! In the past few years, they have focused on increasing the youths (25-45 years old) commitment to the arts by hosting their now well-known and continuously sold out Unplugged events. This time we are invited to the Mapplethorpe event. At the end of every major exhibition, a themed … Continue reading Mapplethorpe Unplugged Event | Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA)

Unknown's avatarAnne JanoLeave a comment
Visual Artists

STIKKI PEACHES| Art Rules the World | Anonymous Street Artist

What if Art Ruled the World? Stikki Peaches’ famous tagline.  The question is, does it rule YOUR world? For Stikki, it definitely does.  The beloved Montreal street artist has been spreading his love of hope with art since 2009 and has since become a sensation! Anonymous yes but his work – always relatable and genuine. You get a sense of already knowing the artist just by … Continue reading STIKKI PEACHES| Art Rules the World | Anonymous Street Artist

Unknown's avatarAnne Jano3 Comments