Artist in Residence

The Artist in Residence program is part of the City’s continuing effort to encourage community involvement in the arts. The program invites a professional artist to work with City staff and the community to identify and develop creative artworks and projects in Victoria.

The Artist in Residence program is open to artists residing in British Columbia Selected artists participate in the City’s planning process over a two-year term.

Photo Gallery

Image of Kemi Craig's Afroquatics projected public artwork during the City's Winter Arts Festival.
Kemi Craig's Afroquatics: A Call and Response Below the Surface projected art display at 708 Douglas Street during the City's Winter Arts Festival, February 16-19, 2024.
Kemi Craig's Afrofuturism display on 707 Douglas Street windows
Kemi Craig's storefront Afrofuturism animation at 707 Douglas Street
Person in front of camera for art project
Dyeing with Indigo workshop by Kemi Craig
Films being developed
Dyeing with Indigo workshop by Kemi Craig
Mural
Image of Artist in Residence Kemi Craig holding up a green indigo dyed artwork
Kemi Craig's Indigo project

Previous Artists in Residence