The Quinte Arts Council has announced its annual Arts Recognition Awards recipients ahead of an event later this month.
The awards recognize and celebrate individuals, artist groups or businesses for their artistic excellence, cultural leadership or contribution to the arts in the community.
Bios below from QAC
Janice “Kahehtóktha” Brant is a respected leader in our community, as an educator, multi-disciplinary artist, storyteller, gardener and seed keeper. Kahehtóktha is a Champion of the arts whose connection to place, people, and the natural world is inseparable from her art.
Debra Vincent brings pride to our community through her art and her mentorship. A well-respected member of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, Debra is a natural leader continually searching to improve both her life and the lives of others.
Wendy May is the Design Lead responsible for the Loyalist Arts Experience and transforming the program into a thriving, sought-after cultural hub. Wendy has put Loyalist College’s arts education back on the map and enriched our entire community.
Carlotta Rutledge has made an extraordinary contribution to community theatre through her work as an actor, director, producer, costumer, and volunteer. No matter the role she takes on, she brings exceptional talent, creativity, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to every production.
Carl Wiens is an internationally recognized illustrator, designer, and artist who has made Belleville and the Quinte region his home while building a remarkable career spanning more than three decades.
The awards ceremony takes place Thursday, September 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Belleville’s Dinkel’s Restaurant.
