The Members of the Valley Artisans’ Coop acknowledge that we exist on the traditional and unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people and honour their long history here.
We recognize that we all have a role to play in decolonizing, healing, and reconciliation and we value art as an expression of our common humanity.
Photography
Leslie White has been a member of the Valley Artisans Co-op since 2007 when she joined as a quilt artist taking her inspiration from the world around her.
Eight years of living in France, 2013-21, kicked off a love of photography as she had the opportunity to travel extensively through Europe and dip her toes into into North Africa and the Middle East. With such rich landscapes and cultural diversity, there was an amazing amount of subject matter and her camera became her tool to capture her experiences. The gift of a new camera on her return to Canada (a consolation gift?) sealed the deal.
Leslie focuses (pun intended) on the natural world around her, inspired by the birds, the flowers, and the beauty of her rural property. She brought her photography and photo greeting cards to the Co-op in 2026. Enjoy!
Photography
FilmMaking
Jeff Winch is an independent artist who produces films, videos, photography and installations. His work explores a diverse range of interests and approaches. Dogs, underdogs, silent film, faded photographs and most recently, a tenacious clock collector, all populate his idiosyncratic body of work.
He has exhibited internationally at festivals and galleries, and his films and videos have been televised in Europe and North America.
His photographs and film 'Woodwriter' are available at the Valley Artisans’ Coop.