art & apothecary co.

"Tanis’ world building approach to getting us collectively closer to a just a liberated world is fuelled by a heart full of love for people, community, and a return to living in right relationship. I am grateful to Tanis for the way they witness and hold me - and all of those in their sphere - in my wholeness and with such tenderness. Their wisdom, their ability to transport folks through time and space with their storytelling, is a balm and a necessary magic for this particular moment." - m.m.

"Our dear Tanis has a knack for identifying the crucial and deep healing that needs to be done. Like most authentic and talented psychopomps, this has something they have honed since youth and forged through the fires of trauma. I am grateful for them."
-K.B.

Building bridges between liberation, art, & liminal spaces, Tanis Dylan Alexis Laird is a neurodiverse, queer parent & modern day keening banshee to 2 bio & 2 bonus babes.
Using a culmination of almost 30 years of creative work & life, lived experiences, & a broad spectrum of education, Tanis offers art & apothecary for the heart, head & spirit.
Magic making, writing, art, crafted objects, client work, & much more.Tanis is currently focused on writing a book about magic, planning collaborations with their community circles & prepping for the future with love as an action & dreams come true in a safer, more joyous & liberated world.Living in deep gratitude on unceded Snuneymuxw ("the Great people") territory on the Coast Salish sea.

art:

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"I've been exceedingly privileged to know Tanis through their work as an artist, a spiritualist, and an activist in community care. Tanis not only knows and understands intersectional and liminal spaces-- they embody them, and invites others to join them in that dance. Tanis' multisensory readings hit me where I live, and each one continues to resonate long after the reading is over. Tanis approaches our interactions in a sure and gentle way that without fail makes me feel seen, heard, held, and empowered. They make me strive to be a more truth-full, care-full, soul-full human bean." -J.L.

apothecary:

Tanis is a mentor, facilitator, consultant, advisor, artist, death worker, care giver, companion, psychopomp & medium. They work at the intersection of grief, justice, 2SLGBTQIA+ families, disability & spoonie groups as well as within the pathogen free & clean air communities.consulting, advising & mentoring
Providing guidance and feedback on a variety of projects that surround the Queer, Creative & Liminal spaces and more.facilitation
Teacher and leader in various public learning environments to inform and share information about death work, liminal spaces, art & creative expression as well as around care work.artist
Independent creative contractor who has dabbled in a variety of art & craft work as well as display design and film & television work over the past 29 years.death worker, care giver & companion
A combination of lived experiences in death & dying and a variety of education in end of life doula work, postpartum doula training, sexual health knowledge, food & nourishment in caregiving, parenting life & activism care have provided me with a wealth of knowledge and wisdom to glean for client work as well as community building work.psychopomp & medium
A praxis of self-made tools and mentored skills to sit in a liminal space that offers freedom of expression, opportunity for abundant magic & endless creativity.All services offered on a sliding scale $40-$180 / hour.
Fill out this google form (coming soon) if you are interested in booking an online session with me (locals please email to chat about possible in person sessions) or email [email protected]

"Tanis has been a part of my support team through a wildly transitional part of life. They show up fully present and ready to hold whatever I am bringing to the session. They’ve walked me through a range of experiences (the word activities wouldn’t do them justice) that have supported me in grieving and being with my grieving Self. Tanis has cared for me through magical, healing tinctures and herbs and soaks and art, in addition to our zoom sessions.
The gentle ways that Tanis invites clients into the hard and heavy stuff is so healing. I love knowing that I don’t have to (I can’t!) do it all alone, and our sessions have given me an important container for navigating the layers of life. They are such a light in my world!”
-C.H.

"I am very fortunate to get to know Tanis over the past few months not only as an art practitioner but also as a dear friend. Their unique blend of creativity, compassion, and wisdom creates an environment where healing and growth flourish. Whether through their art, death work, or care services, Tanis approaches every aspect of their practice with sensitivity and a profound understanding of the human experience. They have a rare ability to hold space for complex emotions and offer guidance that is both insightful and practical. Tanis’ commitment to their clients and community is inspiring, and their work continues to be a beacon of light for those navigating life’s transitions." -R.A.

email for more information or to set up a free consultation: [email protected]