Welcome to NVRLND.
Our Story
In the heart of Ramsay stands NVRLND., a testament to transformation and creativity.
What began as an abandoned hotel, with whispers of stories untold, has been reborn through imagination and determination. Alongside, a bridal boutique, silent and waiting, found new purpose.
Together, they've been converted into a vibrant ecosystem for the arts - NVRLND.
Now home to 26 artist studios and a dynamic event space, NVRLND. serves as a beacon for the arts community, offering a place for creation, collaboration, and celebration.
Vision, Objectives & Values
NVRLND. is driven by a single vision:
Empower artists to build sustainable careers.
Our journey is guided by three key objectives:
Economic Viability: Ensure access to affordable studio and event spaces, fostering economic sustainability within the arts community.
Build Capacity: Create opportunities for artists to enhance their skills, showcase their work, and connect with a broader audience.
Controlled Chaos: Encourage innovation and creativity, embracing the unpredictable yet transformative power of the arts.
Our vision is filtered through five core values:
Integrity
Empowerment
Innovation
Connection
Fun
Our Board
These guiding lights of NVRLND. are champions of the arts, each bringing their unique expertise and passion to support our mission:
Cory Nespor - President
Leela Jacobs - Vice-President
Monica L'Heureux - Treasurer
Sarah Micho - Secretary
Julianne Buchholz - Director-at-Large
Meghan Ivany - Director-at-Large
Stephanie Mok - Director-at-Large
Our Contractors
These builders of NVRLND. help bring our vision to life, from studio builds to event execution:
Cory Nespor, Operations
Brock Geiger, Boutique
Bryan Faubert, Maintenance
Jen Schier, Social Media & Content Creation
Lindsay Kathrens, Landscaping
Martin Massel, Marquee
Supporting NVRLND.
At the heart of NVRLND.'s success is a commitment to self-sufficiency. Apart from a single grant received in 2020, we've relied on our own resources.
Your support enables us to continue providing a nurturing environment for artists, making art accessible, and challenging the norms of the traditional art world. Whether through financial contributions, volunteering, or spreading the word, every bit of support makes a difference.
Join us in our mission. Together, we can ensure that NVRLND. remains a thriving sanctuary for creativity and innovation.
Your contribution helps keep the spirit of NVRLND. alive, empowering artists and challenging the system.