Margot Foster

Contact Name: Margot Foster
Contact Title: GALLERY ASSOCIATE | Staff

Margot Foster has an Honours BA from McMaster University, studied Ceramics for two years at Mohawk College and continues to study in different mediums, while being primarily a self taught artist. Life’s journey has afforded Margot the opportunity to live in Germany, France and the USA and to be a part of several diverse and vibrant art communities, all while raising four children. A cottage in Sauble Beach was a constant through the years of travel until the time came to settle there permanently. A committed community volunteer, Margot has served on the Southampton Arts Board of Directors as well as being a past Gallery Artist.

She brings to her role an appreciation of her fellow community artists and the legacy of Southampton Arts, and exemplary customer service skills.

Jess Pridham

Contact Name: Jess Pridham
Contact Title: Operations Coordinator | Staff

Jess Pridham is a passionate arts and culture professional based in Owen Sound. She holds a B.A. in History and Psychology from the University of Guelph, and a certificate in Culture and Heritage Management from Centennial College. Following her studies, she got her start in operations and programming at Myseum of Toronto where she planned citywide festivals, exhibits, events, workshops, and other public programs. She also participated in the 2018 MuseumNext conference, presenting on collaborative museum programming, has interned with museum consulting firm, Lord Cultural Resources and volunteers with diverse organizations throughout her community when she can. Jess also currently works for Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, producing donor events and communications.

Jess is responsible for core operations and provides administrative support to the Director and the Board in their aim to build meaningful programs, communications and partnerships in honour of the Centre’s strong foundation of artistic exploration and appreciation in Bruce County.