2026 Friday, September 18
Speakers & Workshops
ERICA PINTO
BASIC BRUSH
LETTERING
SPONSORED BY
Erica is a Markham-based Calligrapher and Instructor specializing in custom calligraphy and hand lettering. She has collaborated with renowned brands such as Pentel Canada, Blackwing, Sakura of America, and Leuchtturm1917Canada. In addition to her commissioned work, Erica teaches calligraphy and hand lettering workshops throughout the Greater Toronto Area. With a lifelong passion for drawing and painting, Erica didn’t initially pursue a career in the arts. She earned a Master’s Degree in Forestry and spent several years working in the environmental non-profit sector.
In 2015, seeking a creative outlet, she picked up an old sketchbook and began drawing again. Shortly after, she discovered hand lettering through social media and was inspired to explore it further. What began as a simple creative experiment quickly grew into a meaningful artistic practice.
Today, lettering has opened up a world of creative possibilities for Erica, and she is passionate about sharing her love of beautiful letters with others.
BERNADETTE JONES
LEGACY JOURNALING
Bernadette Jones is a creative entrepreneur, speaker, and death education consultant who believes planning can be both an art form and a life tool. She is the founder of Plum Soul Studio, a sticker and stationery brand celebrating African American women through high-quality designs for journaling and decorative planning. With over a decade of experience in death work, she helps individuals approach legacy journaling and end-of-life conversations with dignity and care.
MANNI KHAPER
SPONSORED BY
WATERCOLOUR PRACTICE FOR YOUR JOURNAL, YOUR PLANNER AND FOR FUN
Manni Khaper is a graphic designer, watercolour artist, and creative entrepreneur based in Ontario. With a background in pattern design, she has spent years creating artwork inspired by nature, florals, and handcrafted details. Her workshops encourage self-expression and connection through art, welcoming participants of all skill levels in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Manni is currently building her own stationery brand, featuring artisan-designed paper goods and handcrafted leather journals. Through her work, she hopes to inspire others to slow down, create with intention, and find beauty in the simple act of putting pen to paper.
LORIE DEAN ROBERTS
MINI JUNK JOURNAL WORKSHOP
Lorie has been an influencer for EStarCase, LiveLovePosh, WatercolourStickerPlans and she often features these brands during her plan with me videos on YouTube. Lorie’s YouTube channel showcases her decorative planners and Junk Journals as well as other crafts @LorieDeanPlans on Youtube, IG and Facebook
