LaMEIA REDDick, President

LaMeia is often called a ‘Bridge Builder', someone who holds space between institution and community. Her work as a community engagement consultant supports organizations in feeling empowered in their approach to engage community.

LaMeia works to bring together new ideas across a number of fields. Her passion for art, design and community keeps her busy with building particularly in the local green economy. 

Some of LaMeia's more recent exciting projects include working at a local floral shop as a designer and business developer. She also runs a youth program out of the basement of her North Preston home which will one day grow to be a hub space for local and non-local community. 

Kiera Sitzer, interim treasurer

Kiera is an artist and writer currently exploring themes surrounding relationships and love. Her first experience with Wonder'neath was through their collaboration with Visual Arts Nova Scotia's New Grad Residency and she is excited to give back in any way she can. Her time at Wonder'neath's studio facilities will always be a treasured moment in her art practice. When not creating, Kiera loves to drive around Dartmouth and sing loudly with the windows down.

Melissa Marr, Secretary

Melissa Marr is a practicing visual artist, educator, and arts advocate located in Kjipuktuk/Halifax. For over 20 years, she has been deeply committed to the development, creation, education and promotion of arts and culture in the Maritimes. She has passionately shared her knowledge of the arts and has been an eager collaborator in multiple settings. With extensive experience working in the fields of socially engaged art, collaborative art education, and mentorship, Melissa has recently joined AGNS in the role of Art Education Specialist. Before that she was dedicated to the development of 2482 Maynard and her role as co-founder and co-Artistic/Executive Director of Wonder’neath Art Society. A dedicated parent, much of her formative work relates to experiences alongside her children in their early school years at Joseph Howe and SJAM schools through program like ArtsSmarts and ArtReach. 

Lynn Reierson

Lynn Reierson is a part time blacksmith working in rural Nova Scotia. Over many years she has done construction projects and home renovations as a hobby as well. Lynn likes to garden, run and build things. She has had a close connection to Wonder'neath from its inception and is excited to contribute as a board member.

Nita Nand

Nita (she/her) joined the WAS board in June 2022, having recently moved to K'jipuktuk/Halifax from London, UK, but originally from New Zealand. Nita is a chartered accountant with over ten years of experience. She has had a global career in various finance roles, spanning six countries. Art and sports have always had a substantial role in Nita's life. You can often find her on the frisbee field or running around the city in the evenings. She is looking forward to learning more about the local art scene through her role with WAS and is excited to be able to support the local arts community.

Francesca MAsters

Francesca is the Director of Research and Fund Development LOVE Nova Scotia. She is a BIPOC leader who is committed to creating spaces that support and sustain diverse voices, encouraging all humans in our community to bring their full selves to the art, centring Black, Indigenous, and racialized artists, artists from 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and artists with disabilities. A social activist who prioritizes the elevation of Black Canadians, Francesca works closely with the African Nova Scotian community to build accessibility and career paths.