meet our summer students.
Serena Trelford-Ladd - Program Assistantb
Born and raised in Southampton, Serena is proud to be in her second year as Program Coordinator at Southampton Arts Centre. A graduate of Conestoga College’s Advertising and Marketing Communications program, she brings creativity, strong communication skills, and a passion for community to her role.
An artist herself, Serena enjoys acrylic painting and photography and appreciates the many ways arts brings people together. Outside of the Arts Centre, she enjoys volunteering within the community and loves connecting with new people, helping others, and ensuring everyone who comes through the Arts Centre feels welcomed, supported, and heard.
Daisy McCarty - Gallery Assistant
Daisy was born and raised in Fredericton, New Brunswick as the youngest of four siblings. She attended Leo Hays Highschool until moving to Southampton in 2023. Daisy has recently graduated from the FLEX program at Georgian College and is currently working towards travelling through Australia for six months before applying to school for the winter season.
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Daisy is eager to start working in the gallery as it allows for personal growth while learning about art, imagination, and creativity. When she isn't in the gallery, she can be found exploring various different artistic mediums and longboarding & roller blading around Southampton.
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Lauren Powell - ARTbike Coordinator
Lauren is a newcomer in Southampton with a passion for building meaningful relationships and supporting her local community. She is excited to join the team at Southampton Arts, where she can combine her creativity, enthusiasm, and love of the arts while helping to share and strengthen lasting connections within the community. She is currently pursuing a degree in Concurrent Education at Brock University, with teachable subjects in Art and History. Through her studies, she has developed a strong appreciation for creativity, crafting and community involvement
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Her passion for the arts, history, and community has helped with her ability to connect with people of all ages, foster welcoming environments, and contribute to meaningful experiences. Lauren enjoys inspiring creativity, celebrating local culture, and creating opportunities that bring people together. Lauren is excited to work with the Southampton Arts Centre and building lasting connections throughout the Southampton and Saugeen Shores community.