Sylvia Schoderer Stevens was born and raised in Bayreuth, Germany, before relocating with her family to Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, in 2005. A former professional photographer, Sylvia currently works as an Educational Assistant, dedicating her career supporting children's learning and development. She is a devoted mother to her son, Luke, and enjoys boxing, walking in nature, and reading in her free time. "Calming The Waters" is her debut book.