05 Dec 2023

Jonathan Ortepi: A Loving Family Man in Need of a Donor

“Defy the verdict with blazing determination,” says Jonathan Ortepi, to describe his philosophy for self-reliance. Jonathan is a father of two beautiful kids, a husband, a brother, a son and a friend to many. Most of all, he is a...
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15 Mar 2021

Fanning a Passion for Fashion

We all know how important it is to nurture a child’s abilities and interests at a young age – and the sky’s the limit when they attend the Haute Couture Academy of Fashion, Fine Arts & Design. As far back...
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15 Mar 2021

The sibling duo behind Farmhouse Facelift

Siblings Carolyn Wilbrink and Billy Pearson are making their HGTV Canada debut by putting a modern twist on antiquing and the art of restoring farmhouses. Growing up, siblings Carolyn Wilbrink and Billy Pearson were known to “borrow” their father’s tools...
By Estelle Zentil
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09 Nov 2020

Design News: Winter Edition

There has been a new appreciation for design and creativity this year that stimulates the senses and enhances our surroundings. VISUALLY APPEALING – These striking black-and-white ink or charcoal prints by Dutch visual artist LouLou Avenue are guaranteed conversation starters....
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09 Mar 2020

Jessica Minh Anh: Fashion Jet Setter

Supermodel Jessica Minh Anh once again breaks boundaries with the runway on the runway winter fashion show at JFK airport. Fashion has long been one of the world’s most expressive means of creativity and innovation, and no one defines that...
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11 Oct 2019

Karina Rickards: The Artful Homemaker

Having a passion for crafts and the handmade has led one well-travelled couple to create an idyllic country haven. Karina Rickards is one of those extraordinary people capable of turning an artistic hand to almost anything. Her passion for art,...
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09 Aug 2018

Anthony Ricciardi: Painting Outside The Lines

Quitting a stable job to pursue a passion like art is always nerve-wracking, even a little risky. Knowing that, Anthony Ricciardi struck out into the art world, anyway, where he and his artistic creations have been met with unparalleled success....
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06 Apr 2018

Steeles Paint Celebrates “CALIENTE,” Benjamin Moore’s 2018 “COLOUR OF THE YEAR”

Steeles Paint has been a staple of the paint industry for the past couple of decades, and Caliente is sure to paint the town red. In the competitive world of paint, obviously colour is everything, dictating moods, looks and design...
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06 Aug 2014

Woodbridge Art School and Gallery

Twenty years ago, Catherine Sgro began teaching art classes from her home in Vaughan as a side project. Today, her Woodbridge Art School has grown not only into an award-winning fine arts academy, but York Region’s largest and most renowned....
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