Jude Kusnierz is a Vancouver-based artist, entrepreneur, and community builder, and the founder of The Beaumont Studios Artist Society, which recently achieved charitable status. Since launching the Beaumont in 2004, she has grown it into one of Vancouver’s most vibrant creative hubs, supporting artists, designers, performers, and small businesses through shared studio space, events, and community-driven programming.



With a background as a full-time professional artist, Jude created the Beaumont to be more than just a workspace—it is a collaborative ecosystem where creativity, mentorship, and opportunity intersect. Her work focuses on fostering accessible and inclusive environments that empower artists and strengthen the cultural fabric of the city.

Jude continues to lead the organization with a vision of long-term sustainability for the arts, advocating for affordable creative spaces and building partnerships that support Vancouver’s cultural and small business communities.