CelticFest Performer Bios

Marie-Hélène Babin is a professional face painter and body painter with over 11 years experience. She creates intricate designs to illuminate your child’s face and bring fantasy to the day! She currently lives and works in Vancouver as a makeup artist and visual artist.

Born and raised in the West of Ireland, Philomena personifies the Irish gift for telling stories, reciting stories, reciting poetry and spontaneous singing. She draws her listeners into stories about her own childhood and from the rich heritage of her native tradition. She has entertained audiences at house concerts, seniors’ homes, schools, festivals and has appeared on TV.

The SCA is an international organization dedicated to researching and re-creating the arts and skills of pre-17th-century Europe. They selectively recreate the culture of those times, choosing elements that interest and attract them. They have over 30,000 members residing in countries around the world. Members, dressed in clothing of the Middle Ages and Renaissance, attend events which feature tournaments, royal courts, feasts, dancing, various classes & workshops, and more.

Watch for folks in medieval costumes roving around the Celtic Village. You might see them playing musical instruments, singing, spinning or playing ancient board games – so keep your eyes peeled!

http://www.antir.sca.org/