Teen Art Hub with Declan David
The Teen Art Hub is a dynamic, week-long drop-in March Break program designed to support young artists (ages 14-18) in exploring their creative potential and gaining insights into art-related careers. This intensive program combines daily workshops, career development sessions, and interactive artist talks led by professional artists, all aimed at fostering artistic skill, encouraging self-expression, and building confidence in young creatives.
Capacity: 15-20 participants
The program will run daily during March Break, allowing participants to immerse themselves in focused artistic learning. Each day includes:
- Hands-On Art Workshops: Covering painting, sketching, digital art, and mixed media techniques.
- Career Development Sessions: Practical guidance on portfolios, artist bios, art school applications, and resume building.
- Guest Artist Talks: Insights into various artistic fields, with Q&A sessions to help students explore professional art paths.
Program Goals:
- Provide a comprehensive, supportive environment where teens can practice and learn a variety of artistic techniques.
- Offer essential career guidance to help young artists prepare for their creative futures.
- Connect participants with experienced artists, building an early professional network and fostering mentorship opportunities.
- This program includes:
- Free TTC Tickets
- Snacks and light meals daily
Dates: Monday, March 10th – Friday, March 14th
Time: 12pm – 5pm
Where: Lower Gallery – Meridian Arts Centre (5040 Yonge Street, M2N 6R8)
LOCATION UPDATED!
Price: Free
Program Lead: Declan David
Declan David is an emerging visual artist and animator based in Toronto, celebrated for his vibrant use of colors and innovative styles. Influenced by his Trinidadian and American heritage, the Neo-expressionist movement of the 1980s, and the graffiti culture of the 1990s, Declan’s works delve into the contemporary Black male experience. His diverse portfolio includes experiential paintings on glass and canvas, illustrations, and animations, steering away from sensationalized depictions of Black bodies. declan-david.format.com
Meet the Guest Facilitators!
Meet Jules
Jules Fantinato is a Creative Arts Therapies Practitioner and Neurographica Specialist dedicated to promoting wellbeing through art. With over 27 years teaching experience and training in visual arts, she leads workshops and initiatives that harness art’s therapeutic power to foster focus, calm, and emotional healing.
Instagram: @cat_creativeartstherapies.
Meet Azania
Azania Curling-Wright is a Toronto-based artist and a graduate of OCAD University, holding a BFA in Drawing and Painting. Her work focuses on the human face and body, using mixed media, bold shapes, and dynamic lines to explore themes of identity, mental health, and memory. Inspired by old family photographs, the colours of everyday life, and her unique perspective on the world, Azania brings a deeply personal approach to everything she creates. As a workshop leader, she’s passionate about empowering young artists to discover their own voices and styles, while refining their technical skills.
Meet Nima
Nima Arabi is a multidisciplinary artist and educator specializing in drawing, sculpture, and printmaking. His work explores identity and Persian mystical poetry. With a Master’s in Fine Arts from York University, he teaches across all ages and exhibits internationally, merging art, education, and storytelling in innovative and community-driven projects.
About Us
North York Arts (NYA) collaborates with artists, arts organizations, and partners to develop, strengthen, and promote cultural programming and initiatives for North York communities
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North York Arts
5040 Yonge St.
Toronto, ON, M2N 6R8
Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm