Board of Directors
Maria Reynolds
President
Maria is a resident of Rexdale, a former elementary school teacher, and a long-time member of the Franklin Carmichael Art Group. She believes that engaging in the Arts enhances one’s experience of the world. In 2019, she was nominated to the Franklin Carmichael Art Group Board of Directors; she was appointed President in 2021. Bringing a variety of experience and skills to the role, Maria helped FCAG pivot in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. As the organization returns to regular programming, Maria looks forward to building on this momentum to continue to engage and support members.
President
Maria is a resident of Rexdale, a former elementary school teacher, and a long-time member of the Franklin Carmichael Art Group. She believes that engaging in the Arts enhances one’s experience of the world. In 2019, she was nominated to the Franklin Carmichael Art Group Board of Directors; she was appointed President in 2021. Bringing a variety of experience and skills to the role, Maria helped FCAG pivot in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. As the organization returns to regular programming, Maria looks forward to building on this momentum to continue to engage and support members.
Anabel Da Silva
Vice President
Anabel has been a resident of Etobicoke since she moved from Montréal to pursue a career in education. She works as a part-time liaison between post-secondary institutions and the French public school board. Anabel has been an FCAG member since 2013, taking part in multiple classes and workshops. She has also volunteered at shows and participated in activities organized by the centre. She joined the FCAG Board of Directors in 2022.
Vice President
Anabel has been a resident of Etobicoke since she moved from Montréal to pursue a career in education. She works as a part-time liaison between post-secondary institutions and the French public school board. Anabel has been an FCAG member since 2013, taking part in multiple classes and workshops. She has also volunteered at shows and participated in activities organized by the centre. She joined the FCAG Board of Directors in 2022.
Ana Maria Traikos
Secretary
Ana Maria is a resident of North Etobicoke and has recently joined Franklin Carmichael Art Group’s Board of Directors. She believes that art plays a critical role in breaking down socio-economic barriers. Ana Maria encourages her two sons to participate in a variety of artistic disciplines and cultural expression, as it promotes civic engagement, respect for diversity, and inclusivity. She is excited by the abundance of public art in Toronto and believes that art creates positive lasting experiences. Ana Maria is a professional Technical Trainer and currently works in the Enterprise Intelligence (IT) department at Ellisdon. She enjoys learning new technologies and collaborating to create and disseminate engaging training programs.
Secretary
Ana Maria is a resident of North Etobicoke and has recently joined Franklin Carmichael Art Group’s Board of Directors. She believes that art plays a critical role in breaking down socio-economic barriers. Ana Maria encourages her two sons to participate in a variety of artistic disciplines and cultural expression, as it promotes civic engagement, respect for diversity, and inclusivity. She is excited by the abundance of public art in Toronto and believes that art creates positive lasting experiences. Ana Maria is a professional Technical Trainer and currently works in the Enterprise Intelligence (IT) department at Ellisdon. She enjoys learning new technologies and collaborating to create and disseminate engaging training programs.
Chris Buckingham
Director
Christopher retired after a successful career in Technical Sales and Product marketing with IBM. Since retiring he has spent the last eleven years volunteering for various organizations in the Toronto area. His introduction to the Franklin Carmichael Art Group came by way of his wife Nancy who has been a student then teacher with FCAG for a many years.
Director
Christopher retired after a successful career in Technical Sales and Product marketing with IBM. Since retiring he has spent the last eleven years volunteering for various organizations in the Toronto area. His introduction to the Franklin Carmichael Art Group came by way of his wife Nancy who has been a student then teacher with FCAG for a many years.
David Baird
Director
David has been a resident of North Etobicoke for over ten years. He is a retired small business owner who operated in the Bloor Yorkville area for a number of years. Since retiring, David has joined the Franklin Carmichael Art Group as Chair of the Facility Committee and is responsible for the working order of the facility. He is also in constant contact with various departments of the city to ensure the building is well maintained. He brings a forward-looking approach to the Franklin Carmichael Art Group and its members, by engaging in the community and promoting the Franklin Carmichael Art Group as a place to explore art in its many diverse forms.
Director
David has been a resident of North Etobicoke for over ten years. He is a retired small business owner who operated in the Bloor Yorkville area for a number of years. Since retiring, David has joined the Franklin Carmichael Art Group as Chair of the Facility Committee and is responsible for the working order of the facility. He is also in constant contact with various departments of the city to ensure the building is well maintained. He brings a forward-looking approach to the Franklin Carmichael Art Group and its members, by engaging in the community and promoting the Franklin Carmichael Art Group as a place to explore art in its many diverse forms.
Angelica Demetriou
Director
Angelica is the Founder and Principal of Demetriou Art Group, an art consulting firm based in Toronto. She has over fifteen years of experience in the cultural sector, including art advising, corporate curating, collection management, communications, and arts publishing. As a leader in her field, she has worked with some of Canada’s most notable private and corporate art collectors. She is the former Director of Business Development and Communications at Tatar Art Projects where she led the firm’s cataloguing and corporate projects, and is former Communications Manager of award-winning design firm PLANT Architect. As an active member of the visual arts community, Angelica has served on juries, panels and committees, including for the Papier Contemporary Art Fair, The Artist Project, and the Art Toronto Opening Night Committee for the Art Gallery of Ontario. She joined the Board of Directors for the Franklin Carmichael Art Group in 2022 and serves as Chair of the FCAG’s Marketing and Fundraising Committees. Angelica holds an MA in Art History and an Honours BA in English and Art History from the University of Toronto. In 2019, she was named an RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards finalist — a program that recognizes the country’s leading female entrepreneurs.
Director
Angelica is the Founder and Principal of Demetriou Art Group, an art consulting firm based in Toronto. She has over fifteen years of experience in the cultural sector, including art advising, corporate curating, collection management, communications, and arts publishing. As a leader in her field, she has worked with some of Canada’s most notable private and corporate art collectors. She is the former Director of Business Development and Communications at Tatar Art Projects where she led the firm’s cataloguing and corporate projects, and is former Communications Manager of award-winning design firm PLANT Architect. As an active member of the visual arts community, Angelica has served on juries, panels and committees, including for the Papier Contemporary Art Fair, The Artist Project, and the Art Toronto Opening Night Committee for the Art Gallery of Ontario. She joined the Board of Directors for the Franklin Carmichael Art Group in 2022 and serves as Chair of the FCAG’s Marketing and Fundraising Committees. Angelica holds an MA in Art History and an Honours BA in English and Art History from the University of Toronto. In 2019, she was named an RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards finalist — a program that recognizes the country’s leading female entrepreneurs.
Denise Greco
Director
Denise is a former banker with 40 years of professional experience. She started as a file clerk with the Bank of Nova Scotia and at retirement was an Associate Director with Royal Bank/Royal Trust. After retiring in 2010, Denise started painting and taking art classes. Over time, this hobby developed into a successful small business, thanks in large part to her relationship with the Franklin Carmichael Art Group and the support and mentorship of its members. Since 2013, Denise has entered many juried shows including FCAG, Arts Etobicoke, Colour and Form Society of Ontario, the Studios at Assembly Park, Square Foot, and Art of Emotions Gallery; she also held a solo show in November 2022. She received a professional designation from the Colour and Form Society in 2020. Originally from Bradford, England, Denise now lives in Woodbridge with her son and his family. She joined the FCAG Board of Directors in 2022 and currently serves as Chair of the Gallery Committee.
Director
Denise is a former banker with 40 years of professional experience. She started as a file clerk with the Bank of Nova Scotia and at retirement was an Associate Director with Royal Bank/Royal Trust. After retiring in 2010, Denise started painting and taking art classes. Over time, this hobby developed into a successful small business, thanks in large part to her relationship with the Franklin Carmichael Art Group and the support and mentorship of its members. Since 2013, Denise has entered many juried shows including FCAG, Arts Etobicoke, Colour and Form Society of Ontario, the Studios at Assembly Park, Square Foot, and Art of Emotions Gallery; she also held a solo show in November 2022. She received a professional designation from the Colour and Form Society in 2020. Originally from Bradford, England, Denise now lives in Woodbridge with her son and his family. She joined the FCAG Board of Directors in 2022 and currently serves as Chair of the Gallery Committee.
Jackie Caputi
Director
Bio coming soon.
Director
Bio coming soon.
Office Staff
Gloria Baird
Office Administrator
Gloria is a resident of Etobicoke and a practicing glass artist. She supports Franklin Carmichael Art Group through the position of Office Administrator. Gloria holds a certificate in Business Administration, Advanced Bookkeeping, and Level 3 Income Tax. For 20 years, she worked professionally as an administrator on Bay Street. Gloria also held the positions of secretary, treasurer, signing officer and office administrator for the Canadian Office of US Firm.
Office Administrator
Gloria is a resident of Etobicoke and a practicing glass artist. She supports Franklin Carmichael Art Group through the position of Office Administrator. Gloria holds a certificate in Business Administration, Advanced Bookkeeping, and Level 3 Income Tax. For 20 years, she worked professionally as an administrator on Bay Street. Gloria also held the positions of secretary, treasurer, signing officer and office administrator for the Canadian Office of US Firm.
