Beverly Bull
Recently appointed to the Vertigo Art Gallery Board of Directors, Bev Bull brings over 30 years of public sector, government and not-for-profit management and governance experience. Professionally, Bev is a member in good standing of the Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia who has also volunteered with a number of organizations including as a director for the Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies. Bev has spent the past 15 years in professional practice and is currently the principle of her own company.
In the arts world, Bev grew up in a family of artists and creators who had a deep appreciation and knowledge of nature and all things wild. As a self-taught visual artist, Bev works mainly in watercolour, printmaking and hand made artist’s books all based on living things and the stories they tell.
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Linda Coumont
Linda has a love of art and music, with a passion for capturing moments through the lens of her camera and strumming melodies on her ukulele.
Linda has a solid foundation in administration and records management, and plays a pivotal role in supporting the vibrant atmosphere of Gallery Vertigo. Combining her administrative expertise with a keen eye for detail, Linda ensures the smooth operation of the gallery’s day-to-day activities, from managing schedules and coordinating volunteers to handling Board responsibilities.
Linda balances her passion for photography and music with the demands of daily life, and is always ready to offer assistance when needed.
Robert Culos
Rob Culos has been a lawyer since 1988 and has practised in the North Okanagan since 1993. Community involvement is important to Rob. He has been a member of many Boards of Directors for nonprofits, including Crime Stoppers, Caravan Farm Theatre, and the Restorative Justice Society.
Rob’s role is to ensure that Gallery Vertigo remains in compliance with all annual reporting requirements applicable to a registered nonprofit society. Admittedly, that is not overly exciting. Having said that, a passion for art and music are combined in the “art guitars” on display in Rob’s office.
Deanna Josephson
DeAnna Josephson is a Canadian singer-songwriter and multimedia visual artist based in the North Okanagan. Her work is deeply inspired by the delicate unity of nature. DeAnna loves sound production, motion and graphic design and integrates digital technology into her fine art, creating unique works of art. DeAnna is proud to be a 2024 juried artist with the Canadian Art Daily; “Northern Visions Exhibition”. She is the wife of Canadian recording artist, Kris Anders and is a proud mom of twin boys and young daughter who are all very artistic in their own manner. DeAnna’s social work career includes youth probation in Regina. Saskatchewan, and youth community work in Sechelt, British Columbia. She has been an Education Assistant with School District 22 in Vernon at Kidston Elementary.
Brigitte Red
Brigitte is a self-taught artist who has a passion for art, with a life’s experience in legal administration that blends well with the purposeful work of gallery and community advocacy for artists being included in the economic and non-profit network.
In her curatorial experience, Brigitte has curated over 200 exhibitions and delivered numerous community programs that have built bridges to other non-profit groups and marginalized communities through gallery exhibitions and art in business and community workshops.
Through her work at Gallery Vertigo, she has included many outstanding programs with groups such as Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors, the Caetani Centre AiR International Program, the Wayfinder Sunflower Project, Vernon and District Immigrant Services, and was part of showcasing a national exhibit entitled Pause in Plight in partnership with Canadian First World War Internment Recognition Fund.
Gallery Vertigo with Brigitte’s guidance has become an exhibition hub of artist engagement and discussion that continues to build a platform of collaboration for the future.
Sabrina Boulay
Sabrina Boulay is an emerging ceramics artist who has recently moved to the Okanagan and is excited to connect with its thriving art community. Sabrina creates ceramic objects for the home that are meant to enhance the experience of the everyday. Their work is made to encourage a sense of whimsy and joy in the events of a person’s everyday life, an eclectic collector’s item.
Sabrina studied at Emily Carr University (ECU) and received a BFA in Visual Arts in May 2020. They engaged in a summer intensive program at the Studio Arts College International (SACI) Florence division, studying sculpture and Renaissance Art History, and had their first solo show in 2023 at Gallery Vertigo following a CeramAIR program with the Caetani Center. Sabrina now teaches pottery in Vernon and is excited to join and grow the art scene of Vernon, in conjunction with Gallery Vertigo
Chloe McLean
Former Chief Technical Officer of a US based online tech support company, Chloe brings technical expertise to the board. Chloe has volunteered in the Okanagan since in the 1970s being involved with Powerhouse Theatre, Kelowna Community Theatre, and other arts organisations. She was instrumental in the creation of the first Kelowna Fringe Festival in the late 1990s. Chloe has been awarded lighting design awards both provincially and nationally while also receiving awards for poster design and theatrical technical direction.
Photography and sewing mostly occupy her art time. She is currently administering web servers and web sites for various artists around the Okanagan while taking care of her family.
Mandi Irmen
Mandi Irmen is a visual artist and graphic designer based in Vernon, British Columbia. With a background in business leadership and administration, she is passionate about fostering a thriving arts community and empowering artists to succeed. Mandi’s vibrant paintings are created to uplift, inspire, and bring joy. She studied at Okanagan University College and the UBC Sauder School of Business, combining creativity with strategic expertise. She has experience in the nonprofit sector through her work at the Vernon Public Art Gallery and is deeply committed to the future of Gallery Vertigo and its supporters. Born on the coast and living in Vernon since she was very young, she and her husband are dedicated to seeing their hometown flourish as a hub for arts and culture.
Lisa Nagy
Lisa Nagy is a self-taught multi-media artist, having also been involved with the performing arts both in front of and behind the scenes. An extensive history of volunteer work both here in the Okanagan Valley and in Vancouver has ranged from docent work with the Kelowna Art Gallery to the Vancouver Gay and Lesbian Centre crisis line, the Kelowna Food Bank, the BC Women’s Centre, as well as many other community organizations. She is a member of the First Friday Art Trail and has exhibited locally.
Lisa is passionate about connecting with the community and about the future of arts within Vernon and the Okanagan Valley.
Devon Muhlert
Award-winning photojournalist, writer and musician, Devon L. Muhlert has published nationally and internationally over three decades. Among her accolades she has been called a female Dave Barry (humourist), won an Okanagan Arts Award in the Literary category, and authored Cadence of Colour a book about Sveva Caetani. In addition, she is editor for the Vernon Branch of the Okanagan Historical Society.
Devon enjoys crossing artistic disciplines and loves drama. Her artistic output is varied, working with paints, fabric, and re-purposing found items. She has facilitated workshops in creativity and photography. She looks forward to working with the artistic and creative people of Gallery Vertigo.
