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Welcome to the QAC!
The Quinte Arts Council welcomes Drew Gray to the team as our new Program Director!
A multidisciplinary artist with deep roots in Ontario’s creative community, Drew brings a wealth of experience and a passion for supporting artists. With a Fine Arts degree in Film Studies and a postgraduate diploma in Digital Production, Drew has spent his career exploring diverse artistic disciplines—including filmmaking, design, podcasting, and music.
Many of you may already know Drew as the graphic designer of QAC’s Umbrella magazine since 2019. Now, as Program Director, he is eager to expand his impact, working alongside local artists and organizations to develop and promote creative ventures that enrich the Quinte region.
Drew’s artistic journey began in documentary filmmaking with his brother Adam, creating films that have been featured on television and at international festivals. His career has since spanned live event video production, freelance graphic design, and even podcast production—collaborating with criminologists and law enforcement to shed light on unsolved cases. Locally, he has worked with esteemed institutions such as the Belleville Public Library, Quinte Ballet School, Quinte Film Alternative, and Belleville Downtown DocFest, as well as in a leadership role at the Empire Theatre from 2022 to 2025.
At his core, Drew considers himself a muse—someone who thrives on inspiring and empowering others in their creative pursuits. Whether you’re a theatre artist, musician, filmmaker, or craftsperson, Drew is here to help bring your vision to life.
Please join us in giving Drew a warm welcome! If you’d like to connect, don’t hesitate to reach out—he’s eager to collaborate and support Quinte’s vibrant arts community.
Meet Our Student Interns: Addison Gray & Ramsay Newman!
The Quinte Arts Council is excited to introduce our talented student interns, Addison Gray and Ramsay Newman!
Addison Gray (she/her) is a passionate artist in her senior year at Nicholson Catholic College. With a love for film, media production, and community engagement, Addison brings creativity and fresh perspectives to her work at QAC. She is eager to support local artists and arts initiatives while gaining hands-on experience in the arts and culture sector. Addison looks forward to continuing her artistic journey and contributing to the vibrant arts community in the Quinte region.
Ramsay Newman (he/they) while completing his grade twelve year at Nicholson Catholic College, he immerses himself in a wide range of artistic endeavours, including theatre, fine arts, photography, and media productions. Ramsay brings determination and curiosity to the QAC, and is passionate about engaging youth in the art community and promoting underrepresented and local artists. He is eager to expand his knowledge of the artistic field and its community members. Ramsay is excited to continue pursuing his passion for the arts in the Quinte region.
Please join us in welcoming Addison and Ramsay to the team! We’re excited to have them on board as they learn, grow, and help support the arts in Quinte.
