For Nancy Hynes, a singing partnership with Ian Foster developed in a similar way to their romantic relationship, a natural progression that she hadn't anticipated.

After decades of performing, Andrew Strickland, known on stage and to his friends as Dicky, says he had been planning to create a solo album for at least 15 years.

As one of the adjudicators for this year's provincial high school drama festival, Diana Daly is inspired by the next generation of theatre in Newfoundland and Labrador. With the launch of her performing arts production consultancy, she is investing in the future of theatre and stage performances in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Stacey Gardner has just released her first film but has been telling stories and facilitating other storytellers for her entire life. Her directorial debut, a short film entitled The Gaze, premiered last month at the Atlantic International Film Festival and is set to be screened at the St. John's International Women's Film Festival, taking place Oct. 17-21.

Heather Nolan is passionate about wool in all its forms. With Oilenach Knits, the St. John's novelist and poet has added knitwear designer to their list of creative enterprises.

For Mary Beth Waldramof St. John's, a break from playing music led to an unexpected career in anotherarea of the industry.

When it comes to writing songs, Mark Bragg believes "every syllable is important" so important this his songwriting process begins with making inarticulate noises, as he sings sounds without lyrics.