Call for Applications: 2020 Artists in Residence - Nia Centre for the Arts
Artistic & Professional Development

Call for Applications: 2020 Artists in Residence

For emerging & mid-carer artists!

Deadline to Apply: September 22!

Apply Today!

After an incredible first year, we are re-launching our Artist-in-Residence program!

The first program of its kind in Canada to provide access to shared studio space, exclusive and customized professional development opportunities that support artistic growth – all with the goal of building the creative capacity of Afro-diasporic artists.

​Goals:
​Accessibility & Inclusion: Address the lack of safe and inclusive spaces for Black artists.

Professional Development:Create spaces to support emerging artists to hone their talents.

​Community Building: Create opportunities for the community to experience artistic works rooted in Afro-diasporic traditions.

Residents will have access to:
Shared studio space for 4 months
Curatorial Guidance
Opportunity to present your work & receive feedback
Conversations with artists and leaders in Toronto’s arts & cultural community
Professional Development workshops
An artist fee + materials budget

The program will culminate with an exhibition of works produced by the residents in February 2020; dates to be confirmed.

Deadline to apply: Sunday, September 22, 2019, 11:59pm.

Would you like to see more about Artistic & Professional Development ?
Go for-artists Page

See Other Events

Card image cap Learn More

NiaFlix: Kiki (2016)

June 19, 2025
7:00PM - 10:00PM
524 Oakwood Ave, Toronto, ON M6E 2X1

Don't miss this special Pride screening of this electric ballroom documentary!

Card image cap Learn More

The Power of Black Portraiture with Gordon Shadrach

June 25, 2025
7:00PM - 9:00PM
524 Oakwood Ave, Toronto, ON M6E 2X1

Join us for this talk on the value of Black portraiture—how to win a $25K prize

Card image cap Learn More

The Pull Up: Summer Series

July 7 - August 29, 2025
10:00AM - 5:00PM
524 Oakwood Ave, Toronto, ON M6E 2X1

Copyright © 2025 Nia Centre for the Arts All Right Reserved.