Abby Ho is an emerging Asian Canadian artist based in Toronto (photo by James Lai). Her process-based practice works with the materiality of paper, exploring the interrelationship between herself and the environment. Her latest project ‘Transference’ – as part of the artistic duo, ‘jabs’ – uses paper as a medium in conversation. This project is […]
Arlette is a textile artist inspired by tradition and sustainability. She teaches African Vegan Art workshops throughout the city, which encourage visual story-telling and human connection. As her artistic career continues to grow, she hopes to make art more accessible in schools, hospitals, and other community centres. What is your artistic practice? My artistic practice […]
Abby is a visual artist, the artistic director of Project 40 Collective, and a managing editor at LooseLeaf Magazine. Her artistic career has been shaped by collaboration and community, and it’s in evolution it has created space for unheard voices to speak. Now, wrapping up her last year of programs with Project 40 Collective, she […]
Diseiye Thompson is a Toronto based fashion and costume designer. The artist was exposed to fashion design in 2014 when they took a sewing class at Art Starts. This inspired Diseiye to apply to the Fashion Design Program at Toronto Film School, and they went on to develop a luxury evening wear collection that was […]
Shafia Shaikh is a visual artist and community organizer working in Toronto. Her work strives to bring awareness to the lived experience of people of colour, as a means to contribute to change. She is also the founder of The E.W.o.C. Project, an initiative committed to creating art that highlights the complex narratives of women […]
