Suu has been an active member of the South Simcoe Arts Council for over ten years. As a music teacher with a passion for inspiring students to excel, she first got involved with the SSAC Music Festival and joined the Music Festival committee as Vocal Chair in 2014. Suu also crafts quality jewellery from silver wire and gemstones, and participated in SSAC's early pop up markets (before SSAC moved to 41 Victoria St East). Suu is proud to have been part of the team that has grown SSAC's FortyOne: Local Art Market from an exciting idea to truly a unique and wonderful place to sell art by local artists and artisans: a gemstone in the heart of Alliston.

In 2018 Suu was invited to step into the role of Executive Director at South Simcoe Arts Council. In addition to being a wife and mom of three performers and owner of a private music studio, Suu had experience in project management and team leadership, so this was an exciting step in her career. It has been a journey with changes and growth, challenges posed by the pandemic, friendships forged and many lessons learned. Suu is grateful for the opportunity to lead an amazing team of people who share her passion for the Arts.

Suu relishes every chance to advocate for the importance of Art in our culture and community, for the benefit of every member, regardless of whether they are a professional artist, a hobbyist or a dabbler. Suu firmly believes with all her heart that we are all created to create, and Art is for All.

With a heart rooted in the arts, Vanessa began her journey at 14 and never looked back. Her career took off at a South Florida museum, where she transitioned from volunteer to an admin role where she got to get first hand experience with how art galleries operate. She later applied her organizational skills to various roles, including coordinating and teaching children's afterschool art programs.

With a passion for supporting meaningful causes, Vanessa has a soft spot for nonprofit organizations, where she can combine her administrative expertise with her love of community-driven initiatives. As an artist, she expresses herself through vibrant digital and analog collages, selling prints at outdoor markets and online.

Calling Tottenham home, Vanessa adores the close-knit community of South Simcoe and all of the wonderful artist- big and small- that live in our neighbourhood.

Kathy is a talented visual artist whose journey with art began as soon as she could hold a pencil. From those early days of childhood, her fascination with drawing and painting has been a central part of her life. Over the years, Kathy has honed her skills and developed a distinctive style, transforming her initial love for art into a lifelong passion, graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts.
Kathy firmly believes that collaboration is essential for the success of the arts, and she is convinced that volunteers play a crucial role in making this happen. She views the collective efforts of dedicated individuals as the driving force behind thriving artistic communities and successful projects. For Kathy, fostering a spirit of teamwork and harnessing the energy and enthusiasm of volunteers are fundamental to achieving meaningful and impactful outcomes in the arts.
Kathy has been an active member of the South Simcoe Arts Council almost since its inception, and she is enthusiastic about taking on an even greater role within this vital organization. Her long-standing involvement reflects her deep commitment to the arts and her belief in the council's mission. Kathy looks forward to contributing more significantly to the council's ongoing efforts, leveraging her experience and passion to support and enrich the vibrant arts community in South Simcoe.

Patricia Vega is an award-winning, visual artist with a strong background in fine art and design. Her work spans a wide array of media, including cyanotype, printmaking, and mixed media. Patricia's creative practice is deeply rooted in her exploration of various media and techniques, which she uses to explore visual art as a universal language.

Born in Mendoza, Argentina, Patricia's artistic path began at the National University of Cuyo, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a major in Printmaking. Her journey continued in Canada, studying Graphic Design at Humber College in Ontario. Over the years, Patricia has built a career as a graphic design while remaining deeply engaged with her passion for fine art.

Since 1990, Patricia has exhibited her work in Canada, Argentina, England, the United States, Spain, France, Bulgaria, etc. In 2007, she was awarded first prize at the Press Gang 25 Printmaking Exhibition at the Mississauga Gallery in Canada.

Working from her studio in Mansfield, Ontario, Patricia continues to push the boundaries of her practice. Through her work, she aims to inspire others to embrace creativity as a means of self-expression.

Patricia is honoured to be part of the South Simcoe Arts Council (SSAC) and is eager to contribute with her expertise to support its growth and development. She views SSAC as a vital hub to provide opportunities for local artists, crafters, and art enthusiasts to come together, helping to cultivate a vibrant local community where people can connect, learn, grow, and draw inspiration from one another.