I’m greatly honored to have received the prestigious Best In Class Conceptual Illustration award at the esteemed 2024 PPOC Alberta Regional Image Competition. This recognition not only highlights my dedication to the craft but also motivates me to continue exploring new creative horizons in my work.

My image titled "Melancholy Mime" received a Merit award, and notably, that particular piece was also the image through which I won the prestigious Best in Class award for Conceptional Illustration.

I’ve been diligently working on my Clown Series Project, which has proven to be both challenging and rewarding. My talented friend, Kerry Ann Winter, graciously agreed to be my subject for these captivating images, bringing her unique personality and flair to the shoot.

Being a part of the Professional Photographers of Canada has been incredibly rewarding in many ways. This membership has not only helped me grow to appreciate my work more deeply, but it has also played a significant role in enhancing my skills and improving areas where I was previously weak. The community and resources available through this organization have been invaluable to my development as a photographer.

Heather Fryer

Best In Class Conceptual Illustration 2024 PPOC Alberta Regional Image Competition

Recently I entered some Images from Project Change #MMIW, a collaborative effort to raise awareness of MMIW from 2019, into a photo challenge called #SilenceNoMore through https://www.facebook.com/womenwhitebuffalo

They are creating an event to feature artwork from across North America to promote their documentary called "Women of the White Buffalo". Click to watch the trailer.

“The Lakota women living on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota are rising up against the forces that continue to suppress them. By preserving and protecting their ancestral values and wisdom, they provide a source of hope to their people. With exclusive access to the lives of 8 women, insight is gained into the experience of modern Indigenous American women living on a reservation.”

I was asked by Natalie Favarloro to include this image titled. "No More Stolen Sisters", a photo of April Eve Medicinespiritdancer.

Make up provided by Deonna Fetzko of Aurora Hair and Makeup Artistry

Here is a link to the event on March 26th

https://discord.com/invite/nftoasis

My image will be available as a NFT.

https://www.oursong.com/vibe/yrvbdzqr/token-list

Best In Class - Conceptual Illustration

"Women of the White Buffalo"