ABOUT US

ABOUT US

OUR TEAM

Healing Through Creativity

Guided by founder Tara Vahab, a Therapeutic Arts Practitioner and survivor of periodic anxiety and depression, we believe in the transformative power of art. Our team is dedicated to providing accessible creative practices that foster resilience, support mental health, and build a stronger, more empathetic community for everyone.

Our unique art program focuses on understanding the nature of “The Self” and the human psyche in order to mend individual’s core beliefs. Through active listening, storytelling, and creative facilitation, we guide participants toward higher emotional intelligence and lasting well-being.

Tara Vahab

Founder

Tara Vahab

CEO

OUR TEAM

Healing Through Creativity

Guided by founder Tara Vahab, a Therapeutic Arts Practitioner and survivor of periodic anxiety and depression, we believe in the transformative power of art. Our team is dedicated to providing accessible creative practices that foster resilience, support mental health, and build a stronger, more empathetic community for everyone.

Our unique art program focuses on understanding the nature of “The Self” and the human psyche in order to mend individual’s core beliefs. Through active listening, storytelling, and creative facilitation, we guide participants toward higher emotional intelligence and lasting well-being.

Mission & Vision 

At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to using creativity
as a tool for healing and building healthier communities.

Connect Communities Through Creative Healing

To connect and engage families, at-risk youth, and vulnerable individuals with art and creative activities, art-therapists, and artists in order to prevent and address anxiety, depression, self-harm, PTSD, eating disorders and optimize mental, physical, and emotional health.

Accessible Art for Creative, Healthy Living​

To provide easy and affordable access to art, practicing any form of creativity, and art education for a creative and healthy lifestyle to as many communities as possible. We envision a world where creative expression is recognized as essential to wellness.

Mission & Vision 

At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to using creativity as a tool for healing and building healthier communities.

Connect Communities Through Creative
Healing

To connect and engage families, at-risk youth, and vulnerable individuals with art and creative activities, art-therapists, and artists in order to prevent and address anxiety, depression, self-harm, PTSD, eating disorders and optimize mental, physical, and emotional health.

Accessible Art for Creative, Healthy
Living

To provide easy and affordable access to art, practicing any form of creativity, and art education for a creative and healthy lifestyle
to as many communities as possible. We envision a world where creative expression is recognized as essential to wellness.

Our Code of Ethics & Vision 

Every member of LOUD Art Society operates under four core principles that
guide everything we do.

Honesty​

We communicate with transparency and integrity in every interaction, building trust with our community and partners.

Accountability​

We take ownership of our actions and commitments, ensuring every program delivers measurable positive impact.

Empathy

We approach every individual with compassion and understanding, creating safe spaces for healing and self-expression.

Generosity

We give freely of our time, resources, and creativity, ensuring financial barriers never prevent access to art-based wellness.

Honesty. Accountability. Empathy. Generosity. — Our SCODE

Our Code of Ethics

Every member of LOUD Art Society operates under a strict Social Code (SCODE) built on four core principles that guide everything we do.

Honesty. Accountability.
Empathy. Generosity. — Our SCODE

Meet the Board

Tara Vahab

Tara Vahab

Tom Beckedorf

Tom Beckedorf

Bonnie Kowaliuk

Bonnie Kowaliuk

Victor Bansria

Victor Bansria

Cameron Farn

Cameron Farn

Elise Steffen

Elise Steffen

Nico Abote

Nico Abote

Victor Quach

Victor Quach

Elazar Weiner

Elazar Weiner