MANDY HIGGS
Visual Artist | Muskoka, Ontario
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY 2026
Self-taught artist based in Muskoka, Ontario, specializing in mixed-media wildlife works that explore the "Wild North." Known for integrating copper and gold leaf with acrylics to capture the intelligence of corvids and owls. Formerly established in the home decor and Halloween folk art sectors with a massive international digital footprint.
GALLERY REPRESENTATION & EXHIBITIONS
2018 – 2023 | Auburn Gallery of Fine Art (Gravenhurst, ON) Gallery permanently closed.
• Gallery Representation: Selected artist on roster for rotating exhibitions.
• Square Foot Show (Aug 2021): Featured artist; multiple works sold including catalog #17-19.
• Group Exhibitions: Participated in seasonal collective shows including the Holiday Exhibition (2021).
BRAND DEVELOPMENT & DIGITAL MEDIA
A summary of audience building, viral marketing, and content creation successes.
2021 – Present | Niche Community Builder
• "October Basket" (Instagram): Built and managed a dedicated Halloween art community of 73,000+ followers.
• Focus: Curated seasonal aesthetics, home decor art, and lifestyle photography.
• Status: Currently archived/maintained as a portfolio of past brand success.
2021 – 2023 | "WinkingOwlWitch" (TikTok)
• Viral Content Creator: Grew a short-form video audience to 90,000+ followers in under two years.
• Key Achievement: Created a viral "Art Deco" design series in 2021 that trended globally within the home decor niche.
• Note: Account retired in 2023 to pivot professional focus toward fine art and gallery work.
ARTISTIC FOCUS & SKILLS
• Primary Mediums: Acrylics, Copper/Gold Leaf, Mixed Media textures.
• Current Subjects: Muskoka Wildlife (emphasis on Corvids: Ravens/Crows.
• Professional Skills: Digital Brand Management, Community Engagement, Online Sales Funnels.
Archives 2011-2023
SOLO EXHIBITION
2011 "Muskoka Unbound", Bohemian Cafe & Gallery, Bracebridge, ON
2018 | Solo Show "Nocturne", Auburn Gallery of Fine Art,| Gravenhurst, ON
2021 Solo Show Auburn Gallery of Fine Art,| Gravenhurst, ON
2022 Solo Show Auburn Gallery of Fine Art | Gravenhurst, ON
AWARDS
2013: Judges Award of Excellence Best in 2D |Huntsville Art Society, ON
2013: June Best Memorial Award, Member’s Choice |Huntsville Art Society, ON
2012 H.A.S Spring Ahead Show "People's Choice Award "| Huntsville, ON
2011 People's Choice award- Group of Art 3rd Challenge| Bracebridge, ON
PRESS
2013 H.A.S 2nd Annual Spring Ahead Show | Huntsville, ON
Nicaragua Fundraiser
The Huntsville Hospital foundation
OSPCA Muskoka "Raising the Woof" campaign
Christine's Place Gala