ARTISTIC LEGACY - FANS DISTINGUISHED ARTIST AWARD WINNERS
Each year the FANS Society publicly recognizes distinguished artists of national and international renown that make (or have made) the North Shore their home. These exceptional artists amaze and enrich us with their art. By honouring our local artists here at home we are fostering the creation of a North Shore artistic legacy the inspires future generations to follow their dreams.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
MARTHA STURDY (2025)
For decades, Sturdy’s work has caught the appreciation of collectors, artists, designers, and editorial teams internationally. From the maquette-like wearable sculpture that adorned the models of New York in the 1980s, to her contemporary large-format sculptural practice, she has been featured in American, Italian and French Vogue, Wallpaper*, Wall Street Journal, Harper’s Bazaar España, and Architectural Digest. In 2025 she was appointed to the Order of British Columbia, in 2005 she was inducted into the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts (RCA), and in 2002 she was presented with a Golden Jubilee Award by the Governor General for her achievements internationally as a Canadian artist.
Peach Pit (2025)
Peach Pit has become a standout in indie rock, known for their ability to craft songs that are both sonically rich and emotionally resonant. Since their 2016 debut Sweet FA, the Vancouver-based band—lead singer Neil Smith, guitarist Chris Vanderkooy, bassist Peter Wilton, and drummer Mikey Pascuzzi—have continuously evolved, expanding their sound while staying true to the heartfelt songwriting that first captured listeners’ attention.