Câlins et confidences

Hi! I’m Anxiyeti. I’ve spent far too much time alone, perched high above, ruminating on my thoughts and trying to escape a world that often overwhelms me. I’ve repeatedly weathered the blizzard of my anxieties and I’ve finally learned to tame the inner chaos I once lived with every day. Today, I’m slowly descending from my mountains, stronger and with an open heart. I now have one mission: to offer a moment of respite to sensitive souls navigating the same storms. I have endless hugs, tenderness, and warmth to share with all my future friends. I’ve learned to navigate my own tempests so I can help you sail through yours.

Hi! I’m Dandy, a tender-hearted dandelion. I’ve often been ignored, overlooked, even neglected… but all I’ve ever wanted is to be loved just as I am. My greatest dream is to finally be seen as a flower no one dares to crush. Beneath my grumpy looks lies a deep tenderness and a longing for unconditional love. I’ve learned to protect myself, but beneath the armor, everything is softness. Slowly, I’ve learned to embrace my emotions so I can become a guide for anyone who feels as fragile as I do. Because no one should ever have to wither in silence.

Hi there! I’m Sponji. My superpower? Absorbing everything around me. Too often, it feels like I’m carrying the weight and sadness of the whole world on my small, soft shoulders. Sometimes I feel strong, and other times it drains me. When it all becomes too heavy, I retreat to my little hiding spot—down in the cupboard, under the sink, tucked between the disinfectant and the glass cleaner. For a moment, I find a bit of calm and safety there. In my little refuge, the chaos of the world can’t reach me. Even with these temporary floods, I’m deeply proud of my sensitivity. It makes me gentle and profoundly empathetic. I’ve learned to make peace with my inner waves, so that I can become an anchor when yours start to carry you away.

Pony (Gabrielle Laïla Tittley; @ponymtl) is a multidisciplinary artist based in Montréal. For over 15 years, she has been crafting a universe where humor, tenderness, and vulnerability meet. Founder of Maison Pony, she designs collections of clothing, illustrations, and comforting plush toys that support people through loneliness, anxiety, and grief. Her work has expanded on a large scale through immersive public installations and collaborations with major brands and institutions such as Apple, Samsung, Vans, and the Montréal Canadiens. Her world is a refuge for sensitive, funny, and atypical souls. Through her characters and creations, Pony passionately advocates the idea that art can offer powerful everyday comfort.