I’ve always loved art and design and I’m so fortunate to have a career doing something I truly enjoy.

I grew up in the small county of Norfolk, Ontario, lived in Hamilton, Ontario for 17 years, and recently returned to my home county of Norfolk to be close to nature. This helps me to understand the needs for both urban and rural clients. I graduated from Mohawk College’s Graphic Design program in 2005 and have been working in the industry ever since.

In my spare time you can find me with my nose in a book, out for a hike, or tending to my ridiculous number of indoor and outdoor plants. I am passionate about human rights, animal welfare, mental health, and advocating for people with disabilities.

As a way to escape the often limiting corporate world of design, I created a small business, Kitties and Cabernet. Yup, you heard that right, I make cat, wine and mental health themed art. Do what you love right? I wanted to do something to help the animals and those less fortunate, so I donate 10% of my proceeds to local charities.

You can find at me at the job I love, Burning Kiln Winery‘s Outside Sales and Marketing and Communications Manager, and also online, selling from my Etsy and Society6 shops. Running my business, and my role at the winery has taught me a lot about small business marketing. Now I want to take what I’ve learned and help other artists and small businesses.

Cheers!
Jaime