STAFF

 

The staff of the Saskatchewan Craft Council are committed to providing our members with the highest possible level of support and service as, together, we pursue the aims of excellence in craft in the province.

Carmen Milenkovic (she/her)

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

(306) 653-3616, ext. 5 |

Carmen has a wealth of experience in both the arts and the business communities. She began as a Set Decorator/Art Director in Saskatchewan’s film industry, branching out to include production of documentary and educational programming. During her 25 year tenure with the film and television industry, Carmen served as President of SMPIA, and several positions in the arts and culture volunteer sector. She served as chairperson with the CTV Saskatchewan Program Development Fund for 10 years. Her experience includes artist management for Andrea Menard, project and event management with Digital Innovation, and Vice-President of Operations, Business Development, and Marketing for The Travel Gallery, a boutique travel agency in Regina. Carmen brings strong entrepreneurial skills to the SCC coupled with a passion for art and culture. She has been our Executive Director since 2014.

Maia Stark (she/her)

EXHIBITIONS COORDINATOR

306.653.3616, ext. 2 |

Maia Stark holds a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts and a Masters of Fine Arts from the University of Saskatchewan. She is a painter, working in oils, acrylic, and gouache. Since completing her academic pursuits, Maia has also participated in CARFAC Saskatchewan’s mentorship program, focusing on ceramics. She considers the appreciation and education of craft she has received working with the SCC for over 10 years has had a large contribution to her expanding skill set and growing art practice.

Maia and Leah share the the position of Exhibitions Coordinator. They are responsible for educational programs and exhibitions in SCC Gallery, as well as other programs including Dimensions.

Alexa Hainsworth (she/her)

MEMBER SERVICES COORDINATOR

306.653.3616, ext. 1 |

Alexa loves meeting artists. In her position at the SCC, she interacts on a daily basis with our members and art enthusiasts. She coordinates annual and interim jury sessions, wholesale opportunities for our members, and retail market programing. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Saskatchewan Craft Council, please do not hesitate to reach out to Alexa with any questions.

Alexa writes: “Craft really excites me. There are so many different types of making processes unique to each craftsperson. I feel really good about the vision and mandate of the SCC, and I love being part of the SCC each day. I am working hard to support Saskatchewan artists and their goals in business, their creative endeavors, and to promote fine craft in the province.”

Leah Moxley Teigrob (she/her)

EXHIBITIONS COORDINATOR

306.653.3616, ext. 2 |

Leah obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Saskatchewan with a focus on painting and printmaking. She is primarily a figurative artist and continues to work in paint, mixed media, and collage. Her recent works also include linocut printmaking. Aside from her work at the SCC, Leah teaches community art classes and has a passion for helping people discover their creative abilities. She also loves to create alongside her son, Royal.

Reuben Bugera (he/him)

DESIGN COORDINATOR

306.653.3616, ext. 3 |

Reuben graduated from the Visual College of Art & Design in Vancouver, with a strong focus on typography and branding. His design journey has taken him through roles as an Art Director at an advertising agency, in-house graphic designer, and a variety of freelance projects.

At the SCC, Reuben is responsible for developing all digital and print materials. He’s excited to apply his design experience and continue contributing to the SCC’s mission.

 

Sydney Luther (she/her)

MARKETING COORDINATOR

306.653.3616, ext. 4 |

As Marketing Coordinator, Sydney handles our overall marketing strategy, maintains our social media accounts, compiles both e-newsletters, and manages our paid advertising. In her spare time, Sydney dabbles in cross-stitch, collage, gel printing, and art journalling.

Sydney received a Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Sociology at the University of Saskatchewan in 2014 and has also completed a certificate in Digital & Social Media from Edwards Executive Education. Sydney has worked for the SCC since 2011, holding Summer Student, Gallery Assistant, and Communications Assistant positions before becoming Marketing Coordinator.

Keiko Tanaka (she/they)

SHOP + ADMINISTRATION COORDINATOR

306.653.3616, ext. 0 |

Keiko is an artist from Treaty Six Territory. She completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts in studio arts with a focus on painting and with a sprinkle of theatre design on the side. They have an ongoing illustration series, Animal Friends, and self-published their first picture book, The Nutcracker. Outside of the SCC, they are a props master in many Saskatoon theatre productions, including SUM Theatre’s Theatre in the Park 2023 and 2024, and Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan 2023 season. Kei is always ready to share a smile and happiness through art!

Kei’s name is pronounced like the letter of the alphabet, and they use both she/her and they/them pronouns interchangeably.

Lesley Sutherland (she/her)

SHOP + ADMINISTRATION COODINATOR

306.653.3616, ext. 0 | info@saskcraftcouncil.org

Lesley has been working for the SCC since 2012, and has been one of our Shop + Administration Coordinators since 2017. In addition to working at the SCC, Lesley teaches yoga classes to adults in their prime of life, from 50 to 80+ years. With a life-long passion for fibre, Lesley is also a knitter, hand-spinner, hand-weaver, and felt maker. Being part of the Saskatchewan craft community is both inspiring and rewarding to her.

Lesley shares the position of Shop + Administration Coordinator with Kei. They are responsible for the day-to-day operations of the SCC Fine Craft Shop and many of the behind-the-scenes administrative tasks of the SCC.

McCall Kindt (they/she)

GALLERY ASSISTANT

306.653.3616, ext. 0 | info@saskcraftcouncil.org

McCall Kindt graduated in 2022 from the University of Saskatchewan with a BFA Honors in Studio Art. They enjoy reading, writing, and fencing alongside art making. McCall’s preferred print medium is linocut, and she also makes paintings and paper-craft items. They like to discover new moments in nature and explore how memories and experiences can be shared with others through their art. McCall joined the SCC as a Curatorial Assistant in 2023, working on the Kaija Sanelma Harris project. They have been our Gallery Assistant, working mainly on Saturdays, since early 2024.