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Up Close x Unscripted -2018

In 2018, the Rose Theatre in Brampton approached me to create an illustration for their “Up Close x Unscripted series in Studio 2. The goal was attract a new, younger generation to the Rose theatre I designed and illustrated using bold contrasting colours that would capture the energy of the event and resonate with the youth. The rose bud in the hair of the central figure represented the budding talent to take center
stage. Simple design gave the illustration versatility for various design channels. 

The illustration was successful in advertising the show across multiple platforms including print, large screens and on buses. The bold and straightforward design proved effective in drawing the target audience to the “Up Close x Unscripted” show.
A woman with curly hair singing into a microphone, wearing a white dress, against a plain blue background.
An illustrated woman with dark curly hair singing into a microphone, wearing a white sleeveless top, against a blue background. To the right, white text lists event dates and names related to a music and arts series in Brampton. To the left, the text reads 'This is Brampton'. Bold text at the bottom says 'The Rose'. Additional small text provides contact information and social media handles.
Electronic billboard in Brampton with blue background displaying an advertisement for a curatorial event happening in October, with a silhouette of a woman raising her fist.

Arrive -2021

‘ARRIVE’ was a digital illustration that I made in 2021. This work features a young man with a single piece of luggage. He finds himself in a new land, hopeful of a better life and a bright future. Brampton Art Organization (then ACCIDA) accepted it as part of the ‘Your Artist Story’ digital exhibition which centered artists based or raised in Brampton.

Brampton is a city with a large immigrant population. Because the character featured in this piece of mine is so relatable in the city, it was chosen as part of a program to wrap local street light boxes with local art.
A utility box painted with a mural of a person wearing a red jacket, white skirt, black shoes, sunglasses, and a hat. The utility box is situated on a small concrete pad next to a large tree with leafless branches, and there are parked cars and a building in the background.
A person wearing sunglasses, a white cap, a red shirt, and a long white skirt, standing with a rolling suitcase against a blue background.
Event poster with a yellow background, featuring an illustration of a woman's profile with a high hairstyle. The poster announces a performance titled 'In This Skin,' hosted by Jemane Kent and Lola Waheed, with live performances by Tracey Kayy, Keziaa, Prempz, and Adubea. Music by Xpress aka DJXP. Venue: Brampton's Rose Theatre, Studio II. Date: February 21, 2019. Doors open at 7:00 PM, show starts at 8:00 PM. Admission: $10.

In This skin -2019

‘IN THIS SKIN’ was a multi-disciplinary show that was held in Studio II at the Rose Theatre in downtown Brampton. It was curated by Brampton’s Very Own (as part of the This Is Brampton Studio Series, and celebrated Black excellence during Black History Month. The challenge I was given was to create an illustration that captures the spirit of the event while remaining modern and classy.

To bring this vision to life, I chose to illustrate a woman of African descent clothed in a strong style using very simple shades and colours. This conveyed the message effectively while allowing space for the typography to breathe.
Large digital billboard in a public square at night, promoting an event called 'In This Skin' curated by Brampton's Very Own, happening February 21. The billboard features a side profile of a person with styled hair and contains text and logos, with a lit tree and surrounding buildings visible in the background.

Theatre lives -2022

A few years ago I had the opportunity to design some merch for Performing Arts Brampton. The pieces I submitted were a reference to the iconic scene from the play ‘Hamlet’. 
The back of the shirt featured bold wording with the memorable phrase “THEATRE LIVES” printed across the shoulder. This part of the design was also made by  yours truly.
A hand holding a human skull with colorful lightning-like patterns inside it, the person wearing a red wristband.
A young man sitting on a staircase with glass railings, wearing a black t-shirt with an owl graphic and olive green pants, looking to the side.
Back of a person wearing a black T-shirt with red text that says "THEATRE LIVES," in an indoor setting.

we need each other -2023

This series of illustrations was animated with the help of AVA Inc for the City of Brampton’s “Night Lights’ initiative. My piece, along with those of a few other talented artists was projected on the side of city hall for the public to enjoy.
‘We need eachother’ tells the story of someone, initially isolated on the internet, who finds connection in the real world.
Illustration of a smiling woman with dark skin and a large, textured afro hairstyle, surrounded by colorful abstract shapes in red, yellow, blue, and white on a black background.
Projection of Donatella Versace's face and green leaves on the exterior of a brick building at night.

From streets to streams -2023

"From Streets to Streams" - Catchbasin Art Project seeks to raise awareness of underground stormwater pollution through art murals. I had the privilege of participating in the pilot edition of the program back in 2023. I hope to be able to get involved in more projects that marry art and awareness.
A painted heart-shaped design on the ground with a central metal grate. The heart has a message that reads, "Keep wildlife safe," with a picture of a mountain lion. Below, a smaller painted area with the message, "I like the home, clean too," includes images of three animals, likely raccoons. A small white sign reads, "From visitors to shelters, respect and protect wildlife."
Person painting a mural on the sidewalk, surrounded by paint supplies, with an orange traffic cone nearby.
Street art depicting a storm drain with painted water and a sign indicating Lake Ontario, with an orange sign warning that stormwater drains into the lake.
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