Board of Directors

The Saskatchewan Craft Council Board of Directors is responsible for the overall governance of the council. It establishes Council policies and ensures that they are adhered to.

Board members serve a 3 year term and they are chosen on a rotational basis at the SCC’s annual meetings held every spring...

RUSTY KURENDA
Chair

One of the most important ways we view previous generations and civilizations is through the filter of their artistic and cultural craftsmanship. Perhaps that is why I am so proud to have been a member of the SCC since it's first day of inception.

I am pleased that I now have some time to support artisans in our province, and as a new board member, I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to it's continuing growth and development. I will do my best to represent the best interests of our organization and it's members. Thank you for the opportunity to do so.

DON PELL
Vice Chair

I have been a full time professional artist craftsman since 1974. I have taught in four provinces and two states. I have participated in retail craft shows in eight provinces as well as six states.

I feel that I can be an asset to the SCC with my extensive board experience in other parts of Canada and the US, as well as my experience as a professional artist working on an international level from within Canada and the USA.

PUCK JANES
Secretary Recorder

Puck Janes is a clay artist living in Saskatoon. She has been an active SCC member for 15 years and is ready to take a turn representing the membership on the Board of Directors. She wants to work on increasing our member base and supports the work of the current board and staff to strengthen and further develop marketing opportunies for our membership inSaskatchewan, Canadaand beyond. She has no illusions that participating in the SCC as a board members will be like More Big Fun... but here's hoping.

MEGAN HAZEL
Member at Large

I am a Jewelllery Artist, Designer, and Instructor from Regina.  I graduated from the Kootenay School of the Arts in Nelson, BC in 2003.  I began my career in Toronto at a jewellery studio and gallery.  I returned to Saskatchewan to continue my work.  I also enjoy teaching at the Neil Balkwill Arts Centre where I'm the Artist-in-Residence for the Jewellery Studio. 

The SCC has played a huge role in my career.  I'm honoured to be a part of the Board to help continue the invaluable support to the Artisans of Saskatchewan.

ANNA HERGERT
Member at Large

Anna Hergert is a full time professional textile artist, who moved to Saskatchewan and became a SCC member in 2007. She lives just north of Moose Jaw, where she works full-time in her studio when she is not traveling to conduct workshops and lectures.

Anna brings to the SCC Board of Directors a range of skills from her backgrounds in teaching, sales and marketing from operating her own craft supply business in Calgary, as well as membership recruiting experience as the Western Canadian rep. for SAQA (Studio Art Quilt Assiciates, an international organization).

SHELLEY KASZEFSKI
Member at Large

I have a BFA from the Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design in Vancouver, BC. I am a practicing professional fine artist as well as a freelance graphic artist and arts administrator.

I have extensive arts administration and communications experience working in the non-profit sector for 25th Street Theatre and TCU Place in Saskatoon.

LOU PAQUETTE
Member at Large

I became a member of the SCC in the spring of 2006--prompted by my 'love of the arts'! My appreciation started many years ago with a couple of small pieces. My art collection has grown mainly because of the quality of artisans that we have in the province. I have met so many special and talented people in this community. The happiness and enjoyment that I have received through these friendships and their work prompted a feeling to give something back. I felt the best way would be to dedicate the time and resources the SCC required to reach the next level.

DALE ANNE POTTER
Member at Large

Dale Anne is a mixed media artist and teacher who specialises in fibre art. Her art has been exhibited locally, nationally and internationally. She sees a connection between culture and its arts &crafts. Dale often draws cultural elements into her work.

Dale joined SCC in 2005 and become a Board member in 2007. She is enthusiastic in promoting the SCC and art in every facet of her life.

LARRY TRASK
Member at Large

MILTON WOODARD
Member at Large

Milton "Mickey" worked at the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission for 25 years as their legal counsel. He has been in private practice since 2006.

He has lived and played in the Nutana Area of Saskatoon for all of these years and has been a supporter of fine arts and crafts. As well he enjoys skiing, golfing, softball, running and other sports.

Over the years he has served on many boards including the John Howard Society, the Saskatoon Community Clinic and Aids Saskatoon. He believes that artists, and specifically craft artists, add greatly to the quality of our lives and he is happy to have the opportunity to bring his board experience to the SCC.