The community Banner Project is a series of banners which are displayed from the lampposts in the downtown area of Elliot Lake through the summer and fall seasons. The banners were designed by and for the citizens of Elliot Lake to showcase our local heritage and visual art talents.
Banner Project: 2025
As part of Elliot Lake’s 70th anniversary celebrations, the City is proud to continue the downtown banner project, featuring unique designs by resident artists—both new and experienced.
This year’s theme invited artists of all ages to reflect on the city’s rich history, breathtaking natural surroundings, and vibrant community spirit. We were thrilled by the response and are excited to unveil 42 brand-new designs now lining our downtown and highway routes.
Thank you to all the participating artists for sharing your creative vision of Elliot Lake. Your work brings colour, meaning, and pride to our streets and continues to inspire both residents and visitors as we mark 70 years of community and creativity.
| Arya Marshall's "Nature's Colours" |
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| Carter Kendall's "The Rock" |
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| Charlie Abraham's "Ice Skating" |
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Artist Statement: This is me ice skating on the Elliot lake. I am happy because it’s winter and I love the snow! |
| Charlie Abraham's "Fish Underwater" |
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| Charlie Abraham's "Owl in the Night" |
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| Charlie Abraham's "Happy Day" |
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Artist Statement: This is me under the rainbow. It’s a happy day. |
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Chloe MacDonald's "Beach Day with Friends" |
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| Cornelia Svela's "Water Lily--Norther Flower of Rebirth" |
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They symbolize "rebirth" because they close up at night and reopen in the morning, spreading their petals wide. |
| Dianne Lahay's "Lake and Trees" |
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| Hailey John's "Firefly Friends" |
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| Hudson Brett's "The Miner" |
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| Jacqueline Grummett's "Nature" |
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| Jade Farquhar's "Mermaids" |
Artist Statement: This is an image of a graphite and charcoal on paper artwork that illustrates the childhood I shared with my sisters growing up in Elliot Lake and living out our summers on Dunlop Lake. There was a freedom in living so close to the water, both in town on Spruce Avenue and at our camp on Pine Pond Road. We possessed an autonomy here that allowed us to explore the landscapes and offered us freedom that I haven't seen exist for children in more urban areas. It was, and still is, absolute paradise. |
| Julie Merk's "A Day on the Links!" |
 Artist Statement: Young or old, everyone can enjoy Elliot Lake's beautiful Stone Ridge golf course!
Watercolour painting of a young local golfer! |
| Julie Merk's "Linda" |
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| Katherine Theriault's "Denison Road" |
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| Kenway Recollet's "Wolf" |
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| Kevin Clancy's "Outdoors, Totem, and Locals" |
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Kevin believes that everyone has special talents waiting to be unlocked and that it is never too late to learn something new. Kevin lives by the philosophy passed down from his wise, little sister Julie: "do something that makes you happy," which he expresses through his art.
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| Kevin Clancy's "Ski-Doo Fun, Mt. Dufour Runs, and Ice Fishing Freeze" |
Artist Statement: Kevin is an artist based in Elliot Lake who practices many mediums--model building, model rail, and oils--and is known for his playful, cartoon styles. Kevin finds art very grounding and a therapeutic way to deal with life's hardships. Kevin believes that everyone has special talents waiting to be unlocked and that it is never too late to learn something new. Kevin lives by the philosophy passed down from his wise, little sister Julie: "do something that makes you happy," which he expresses through his art. |
| Kevin Clancy's "Great Fishing, Jewel in the Wild, and Memorial Fountain" |
Artist Statement: Kevin is an artist based in Elliot Lake who practices many mediums--model building, model rail, and oils--and is known for his playful, cartoon styles. Kevin finds art very grounding and a therapeutic way to deal with life's hardships. Kevin believes that everyone has special talents waiting to be unlocked and that it is never too late to learn something new. Kevin lives by the philosophy passed down from his wise, little sister Julie: "do something that makes you happy," which he expresses through his art. |
| Kreyansh Patel's "Bear in the Woods" |
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| Lachlan Duncan-Chrisholm's "Wolf Under the Full Moon" |
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| Laurel Gunning's "Jiggin'" |
 Artist Statement: We have many great memories ice fishing around the Elliot Lake area. |
| Laurel Gunning's "The Hut" |
 Artist Statement: We love going out to to our hut. |
| Lillian Asquith's "Baby Bear" |
 Artist Statement: Elliot Lake's baby bear! |
| Lily Chi's "Mt. Dufour Ski Hill" |
Artist Statement: I love when I can go skiing at Mount Dufour in Elliot Lake. |
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Linda Duke's "Heritage" |
Artist Statement: Horne Lake is my favourite place, with memories of the mines overlooking. This sheave wheel is a symbol of what brought us here. |
| Linda Duke's "Contemplating Elliot Lake" |
 Artist Statement: Sitting on this rock at Westview Park brings to the viewers the islands and our Rock! |
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Mackenzie Dumont's "Flying Over Elliot" |
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| Malcolm Collett's |
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| Piper Chi's "Swing by the Lake" |
Artist Statement: Elliot Lake is all about enjoying the outdoors such as enjoying a relaxing swing near the lake with friends and family. |
| Roland Cossette's "Deer" |
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| Roland Cossette |
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Roland Cossette's "Sunset" |
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| Rosslyn Messier's "Nature" |
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| Sadie Cregan's "The Golden Forest" |
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| Susan Carmichael's "McCarthy Lake" |
Artist Statement: Area along hiking trail on McCarthy Lake. Beautiful hiking trails and lakes. |
| Susan Carmichael's "Horne Lake" |
Artist Statement: Area along hiking trail on Horne Lake. Beautiful hiking trails and lakes. |
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Susan Carmichael's "Esten Lake" |
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| Tanner Dumont's "Home Bench" |
 Artist Statement: This has been home to many generation of Elliot Lakers. |
| Thomas Morrison's "Whitetail Deer in Sneak Mode" |
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| Treena Miller's "Cherished Memories--Past, Present, Future" |
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Not only do these spots tell a story of history, achievement, remembrance or sheer enjoyment. But they bring people together, even strange strangers. Where in a quiet moment or conversation we feel connected, as much as the other. |
Artist Statement: Arya is 5 years old and is non-verbal as she is on the spectrum, but that doesn't stop her from expressing herself in other ways such as art. She is truly connected to the beautiful nature of Elliot Lake as she loves to examine nature and wildlife, grounding herself in nature seems to bring the best spirits out of her.
Artist Statement: This is a fish underwater in Elliot Lake. The sun is setting on the water and creating a reflection.
Artist Statement: Owls are my favourite because they are nocturnal. I wish I was nocturnal because I could stay up all night.
Artist Statement: Waterlilies are such a common sight in many of the bays of the area lakes, and low level bodies of water. When we were kids we would pick them and float them in a dish inside our cottage. They look and smell beautiful.
Artist Statement: Stained glass depicting a waterfall. Elliot Lake area.
Artist Statement: Watercolour painting of Linda Finn who was a long time artist in Elliot Lake. She was talented and always ready to promote the arts in any way she could! Very kind and generous lady who would freely share her knowledge and time for the arts! She leaves behind a rich legacy!
Artist Statement: Lake on Denison Road in early winter. Acrylic on canvas. I've always loved the red colour of the dogwood shrubs on this lake. So vibrant against one of Elliot Lake's many lakes. This is what I love most about Elliot Lake, it's many lakes, streams and the beauty in every season.
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Artist Statement: My family and I moved to Elliot Lake in 1958. I attended public and secondary schools and was involved in several recreational events, sporting teams and various town functions. I witnessed the town transform from a mining town to a retirement living centre and recreational attractions for residents and tourists. Some of my family still reside in Elliot Lake and my family and I usually visit every summer.
Artist Statement: This was painted by my late grandfather Roland Cossette. This was inspired by his yearly hunting trips with his friends out behind Elliot Lake.
Artist Statement: Painted by my late grandfather Roland Cossette, this painting encapsulates the beauty of Elliot Lake's natural landscapes. He spent more time in the bush than at home, bringing his memories back and putting them on canvas.
Artist Statement: Painted by my late grandfather Roland Cossette. This is a sunset with inspiration taken from First and Second Lakes, of which he spent a lot of time at.
Artist Statement: Elliot lake means to me the beauty of nature when I play at the park I often see birds. It's peaceful and calm amongst the chaos.
Artist Statement: I wanted to catch what the warmth feels like when the sun it setting strong with its golden rays that shine through the tree line. When I think of Elliot Lake I think of all the beautiful trails within the city that help feed my inspiration and appreciation of wildlife and nature and how I can interpret that into my art pieces.
Artist Statement: Area along hiking trail on Esten Lake. Beautiful hiking trails and lakes.
Artist Statement: Whitetail Deer in Elliot Lake can best be seen in the early morning hours and just before dusk. They thrive here in the untouched wilderness.
Artist Statement: This special illustration incorporates some of our favourite areas we cherish in this wonderful city, with ourselves, family, friends, and neighbours."Our Town" Banner Project: 2021
As part of the beautification of downtown Elliot Lake, the Arts & Culture Committee, in partnership with the City, is delighted to continue the Community Banner Project, initiated in 2020, with the same theme of “Our Town”.
This year we were able to print 41 unique designs from local artists, young and mature, to be displayed in our downtown area, accompanying the 37 designs from the previous year.
Thank you to all of the participants for sharing what Elliot Lake means to them, inspiring visitors and citizens alike, and helping to enhance the appearance of our community.
| Andie Young "Bluebird" |
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| Arlene Bujold "Simple Pleasures" |
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| Blake Gear "Trees, Mountains, Sun" |
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| Bradley Lagacé "Guardian dans le Ciel" |
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| Chantal Robert "Simple Moments" |
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| Cornelia Svela "Fergie the Fox" |
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To view more of Cornelia Svela's work, check out her website, and Facebook and Instagram pages. |
| Cornelia Svela "The One That Got Away" |
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To view more of Cornelia Svela's work, check out her website, and Facebook and Instagram pages. |
| Dakota Brann "Autumn Bridge" |
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| Dashiell Gregory "The Grand Lake of Elliot Lake" |
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Emma Wannan "Cardinal" |
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| Hadley Maguire "Rainbow" |
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| Holly Stephens "Robins" |
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| Jack Paul "Fishing with Dad" |
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| Jane Ambeault "Tree of Life" |
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| Joseph Brann "Fishing & Kayaking" |
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| Katherine Dobson "Loon and Moon" |
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| Keanna Wannan Da Silva "The Fox" |
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| Keith Cramer "Bear in the Moonlight" |
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| Laurel Gunning "Beach Boys" |
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| Lillian Asquith "Sunflowers" |
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| Linda Duke "Majestic Pine" |
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| Linda Duke "Up, Up and Away!" |
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| Linda Finn "Hard Rock Miner" |
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To view more of Linda Finn's work, check out her website. |
| Linda Finn "Monarchs" |
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To view more of Linda Finn's work, check out her website. |
| Linda Finn "The Canoeist" |
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To view more of Linda Finn's work, check out her website. |
| Malcolm Collett "Horne Lake" |
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| Malcolm Collett "Sherriff Creek" |
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| Malcolm Collett "Spruce Beach" |
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| Manon Rouillard "À la Pêche" |
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| Max Stephens "Kayaks" |
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| Mia Sheare "La Bernache Nage" |
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| Nancy-Jo Wannan "At the Cliff" |
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| Oliver Daigle "Uranium Atom" |
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| Ollie Shackell "Esten Owl" |
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| Rachel Frolick "It's a Beautiful Day" |
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| Rae Letarte "Heron" |
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| Rhianna Goymer "Monarch on Milkweed" |
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| Scarlett McCartney "Rainbow Over the Road" |
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| Tianna Hiuser "The Lookout" |
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| William Mahoney "Becky and Me" |
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| Winona Maillet "Harmony" |
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"Our Town" Banner Project: 2020
“Our Town” Banner Project was an idea suggested by a group of volunteers to beautify downtown Elliot Lake and showcase some of the work by artists in our community.
Originally spearheaded by Fran Perkins from the Arts & Culture Committee, the group evolved to include Linda Finn, Jay Smith, Claire Nolan, Julie Merk and Barb Hukezalie.
They chose the theme of “Our Town”—broad enough to give lots of scope for creativity to the artists, but specific enough to include everything from history to leisure activities to what the future might be like in Elliot Lake.
Banners include designs from children as young as 3 years old to teens and adults alike.
Thanks to the City of Elliot Lake, this project was able to come to be, even though the community was self-isolating during Covid-19.
Grand opening: Friday, July 31, 2020.
Introducing our artists and their work:
| Amber McComb "Milliken Mine" |
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| Barbara Hukezalie "Time For Home" |
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| Barbara Hukezalie "Trout, The King of Sport Fish" |
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| Blake Gear "Mountains" |
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| Brooke Jordan "A City United" |
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Cameron Lagacé "The Past" |
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| Cindy Reid & Lorraine Hodgins "Tree Of Testimony" |
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To see more of Cornelia Monden Svela's artwork please visit her on her website, on Facebook or on Instagram. |
| Cornelia Monden Svela "Apple Blossoms" |
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To see more of Cornelia Monden Svela's artwork please visit her on her website, on Facebook or on Instagram. |
| Cornelia Monden Svela "Please Don't Feed The Bears" |
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To see more of Cornelia Monden Svela's artwork please visit her on her website, on Facebook or on Instagram. |
| Cornelia Monden Svela "The Kayaker" |
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To see more of Cornelia Monden Svela's artwork please visit her on her website, on Facebook or on Instagram. |
| Dawson Gear "The Cat & The Rainbow" |
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| Emily Vuozzo "Elliot Lake is Beautiful" |
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| Galina Aleshko "Winterfest" |
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| Hudson Gear "Playing in the Sand" |
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| Joseph Brann "A Mining Memory" |
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To see more of Joseph Brann's artwork please visit him on Facebook or Instagram. |
| Julie Merk "Kayaker" |
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| Julie Merk "Mining Memories" |
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| Julie Merk "South Bay Park" |
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| Julie Merk "The Rock" |
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| Julie Merk "Northern Blues" |
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| Katherine Dobson "Mount Dufour" |
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For more information on The Period Project please visit them on Instagram. |
| Katherine Dobson "The Rock" |
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For more information on The Period Project please visit them on Instagram. |
| Keanna Wannan Da Silva |
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| Linda Duke "Apple Blossoms, Memories" |
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| Linda Duke "The Island" |
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| Linda Duke "Headframe" |
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| Linda Finn "Lester B Pearson" |
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To see more of Linda Finn's work please visit her website. |
| Malcolm Collett "Mining Era" |
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| Malcolm Collett "Sunset" |
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| Malcolm Collett "Boating" |
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| Malcom Collett "Fishing" |
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| Mia Sheare "Summer & Winter Sports" |
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| Mya Kay "Autumn Atom" |
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To see more of Mya Kay's work please visit her on Instagram. |
| Mya Kay "Morning 'Til Night" |
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To see more of Mya Kay's work please visit her on Instagram. |
| Nancy Jo Wannan "Jewels in the Wilderness" |
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| Tianna-Maria Hiuser "Pride on the Water" |
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