Bethany Ann
Davidson (she/her)
44 Victoria St. S, Goderich, ON N7A 3H5
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Professional Summary
Multidisciplinary artist, community organizer and creative connector with over 20 years of experience in Visual Arts, social-impact initiatives, nonprofit collaboration and rural cultural development. Founder of WorldRooted: the Art Project for People, dedicated to Humanitarian and Conservation-focused, Arts-based engagement. Proven success in Arts administration, public education and grassroots festival coordination.
Selected Experience
WorldRooted: The Art Project for People — Founder
Goderich, ON | 2018–Present
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Curate exhibitions & campaigns raising awareness & funds for local & global causes.
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Collaborate with nonprofits, artists, refugees & local businesses to create inclusive, high-impact community events.
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Design branding & print/web materials; manage social media, sponsorships & media appearances.
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Raise over $47,000 for conservation through Froggy Fest 2022 & 2024; engage dozens of nonprofits & corporate partners.
Freelance Artist & Communications Professional — Self-employed
Goderich, ON | 2012–Present
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Deliver services in fine art, tutoring, graphic design, photography & writing.
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Clients include: Cowan Law Chambers, Firmly Rooted Farm, Lake Huron Coastal Centre, Fauxpop Media.
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Facilitate workshops & community events combining art with social & environmental themes.
Elizabeth’s Art Gallery — Curator & Workshop Coordinator
Goderich, ON | 2013–2017
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Recruited & interviewed artists for consignment gallery.
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Managed gallery exhibits, ordering, digital marketing, workshops & customer relations.
Hardwired Global (Human Rights NGO) — Contract Consultant
Middle East & Remote | 2016–2017
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Conducted field interviews & event coverage for international training programs.
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Oversaw digital communications, graphic design, newsletters & website updates.
Reboot — Wellness Coach
Goderich, ON | 2020–2021
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Coached beginner clients in strength training, breath work & nutrition through hybrid in-person/online models.
Firmly Rooted Farm — Farm Assistant
Belgrave, ON | 2021–2023
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Supported sustainable agriculture through fieldwork, farmers’ market operations & product distribution.
SunMedia / Signal Star — Freelance Journalist
Goderich, ON | 2012–2013
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Covered local events & conducted interviews for regional publications.
Laird Signs — Sign Designer & Fabricator
Iron Bridge, ON | 1998–2002
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Produced hand-painted, vinyl & screen-printed signage; installed across various locations.
Community Involvement
Goderich Public Art Committee — Artist & Designer
Goderich, ON | 2012–2024
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Designed “Open Air Exchange” outdoor gallery installations.
Welcome Project Syria — Volunteer Social Media Coordinator
Goderich, ON | 2016–2020
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Created community campaigns to support newcomer settlement & integration.
Public Engagement & Educational Outreach
Small-Group Art Lessons — Studio Instructor
Goderich, ON | 2024–Present
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Teach mixed-media classes for children, beginner watercolour classes & open-format studio sessions with guided instruction.
Paint Parties & Private Workshops — Instructor & Host
Southwestern Ontario | 2022–Present
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Lead paint parties in-studio & offsite (wineries, restaurants, homes, campgrounds, parks), providing step-by-step painting instruction with professional tips.
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Offer textile workshops using embroidery & reclaimed stained glass.
Glass & Textile Workshops — Donor & Instructor
Huron County | 2022–Present
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Donated custom workshops to Alexandra Rose Long Table Dinner & Auction (2022–2024) & Taste of Huron (2025); now available for purchase via website.
No Hate in Huron "Community Cabaret for Caring and Camaraderie" — Art Facilitator & Donor
Goderich, ON | 2024
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Featured artist orchestrating community banner project.
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Donated work of art to No Hate in Huron nonprofit.
Huron County Pride's Family Pride Festival — Art Facilitator
Goderich, ON | 2023–Present
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Featured artist orchestrating children's freestyle art projects and community work of art.
​No Hate in Huron "Community Cabaret for Caring and Camaraderie" — Art Facilitator & Donor
Goderich, ON | 2024
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Featured artist orchestrating children's freestyle art projects and community work of art.
Huron County Pride's Family Pride Festival — Art Facilitator
Goderich, ON | 2023–Present
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Featured artist orchestrating community banner project.
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Donated work of art to No Hate in Huron nonprofit.
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Huron County “Tastes Like Huron” Workshop — Lead Artist
Wingham, ON | 2024
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Guided participants in illustrating family recipes for a community cookbook, celebrating cultural heritage & storytelling through art.
Huron County “Tastes Like Home” Workshops — Lead Artist
Wingham & Clinton, ON | 2024
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Led high school hospitality students in exploring food, identity & art; compiled student-generated cookbook from illustrated recipes.
St. Mary's Goderich Catholic School S.T.E.A.M. Event — Guest Artist
Goderich, ON | 2025
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Invited presenter for school-wide Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math event, exhibiting community-engaged artwork & facilitating students' creativity.
Selected Exhibitions & Events
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WorldRooted at Cait’s Café, solo exhibition & NGO event | Goderich, ON | 2018
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WorldRooted at The Staysh, solo exhibition, concert & NGO event | Goderich, ON | 2018
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Toast the Coast, group exhibition & Conservation NGO event | Goderich, ON | 2019
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WorldRooted at Seven Shores, solo exhibition & Humanitarian NGO event | Waterloo, ON | 2019
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Let Love Go Viral, Humanitarian NGO & Arts events | Digital | 2020
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For Water and for Home, group exhibition & Conservation NGO event | Goderich, ON | 2022
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Froggy Fest, group exhibition, Conservation NGO & Arts festival | Goderich, ON | 2022, 2024; next in 2028
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Riverdale Art Walk, group artist-vendor exhibition | Toronto, ON | 2023
Memberships
Artists Network, member | Canada | 2023–2024
Awards
Community Impact Award, Huron Chamber of Commerce
Awarded to WorldRooted: the Art Project for People for Froggy Fest | Huron County, ON | 2024