EVENT PROPOSAL - June 2025

As you may or may not know, I run a music label, studio & residency space called Noise Machine.

From June 7th to 11th one of the artists we represent, TAYLR (Annie da Silva (they/them)) comes to qathet! They are a non-binary queer femme who is brimming with talent. They are both a skilled photographer and a gifted musical artist. To support their journey to Noise Machine and the qathet region Annie is looking to secure some bookings.

As a goal of Noise Machine is to bring queer talent to the area, I seek support from the Pride Society in funding a couple opportunities for Annie’s visit to the area.

1. A paid portraiture session along side a [June event]. We would use a single set up spot where folks can have their image captured by Annie. We can discuss how the pictures are used, but it could be a nice little representation project for the area, even if only digital for our Pride Society. They are behind the Queer Joy Portrait Project out of Calgary that responded to a lack of representation in the city by shooting 100 queer portraits and putting them into a book funded by the city of Calgary. See more about this project here.

2. A paid performance at a [June event]TAYLR for their musical artistry. They are a compelling story teller who will give folks a performance they won’t forget. Their music can be found here.

   Their social accounts can be found here:

   -Music

   -Photography

3. They are ALSO available for some private photography sessions! Their photography is of constant quality and they can shoot for brands, parties, engagements, pregnancy/children, weddings and more! Read more below! Scroll down to see their photography PDF & pricing

Who: Annie da Silva (TAYLR) & Noise Machine Studios

What: Paid photography session &/ or paid acoustic set

Why: Bringing queer talent to qathet & providing our community with quality music

Where: Anywhere!

When: Over June 7th - 10th

How much: Ideally we would secure funding from pride for these activities. They have indicated flexibly with budget as they are eager to participate in queer community.