Sydney Black

Nelson International Mural Festival Founder 

Sydney Black loves making things happen, especially with teams of amazing people. She was born (and currently resides) on unceded Sinixt, Ktunaxa and Okanagan territory known as Nelson, BC with her incredibly supportive husband and children. She is grateful to the City of Nelson and all the sponsors, staff and volunteers for their help with making the Nelson International Mural Festival a success!

Amber Santos

Festival Coordinator 

Amber Santos is a multi-ethnic, multi disciplinary artist who also has a passion for art education and being part of making big things happen, like the Nelson International Mural Festival, and many community projects and murals over the years. She is excited about how we can shape our public space into a welcoming and inclusive space and how art can inspire conversations and connections. See her work at www.arti2de.com

Zan Comerford

Marketing Coordinator

With seven years of success in marketing niche events, artists, and ideas to international audiences, Zan is an enthusiasm expert. She specializes in creative, connective marketing campaigns that increase sales, grow community, and push good into the world. Zan currently works in media and marketing with many events, festivals, record labels, artists, and businesses up and down North America’s west coast. She trains artists and musicians how to market efficiently with www.rhythmclub.ca