WHO ARE WE?
JAYU is a Toronto-based charity dedicated to sharing human rights stories through the arts. The iAM Program program offers equity-deserving youth ages 12-29 free arts mentorship.
iAM programs are free and designed for young artists between the ages of 12 – 29 living in Ontario with no previous experience required. Equity-deserving is inclusive of Black and racialized folks, people with disabilities, Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), 2-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Queer (2SLGBTQ+), newcomers to Canada and people experiencing homelessness or precarious housing.
DURATION
Thursdays | October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 November 6, 13, 20
6:30pm - 8:30pm
LOCATION
JAYU Studio at 401 Richmond Street West
Studio 380, Toronto ON, M5V 3A8
PROGRAM DETAILS
Over 8 weeks, you’ll learn how to turn ideas into powerful visuals using Photoshop and Illustrator. We’ll explore design principles, lil tips and tricks, and how to develop your own personal storytelling. By the end, you’ll create your very own zine, in both print and digital form, to share your voice with the world.
NEED TO KNOW
Food and TTC tickets will be provided
Laptops and Adobe Creative Cloud will be available to borrow during the program. Please feel free to bring in a personal device and/or use a personal Adobe CC account if you have access to them.
Please Note: Registration does not guarantee placement in this program. Confirmation emails will be sent prior to the program start.
If you have any inquiries please contact Sam, iAM Level 2 Program Manager at samantha@jayu.ca
MEET YOUR MENTOR:
JUSTUS BUENAFLOR
Justus Buenaflor is a Toronto-based graphic designer and illustrator known for his whimsical creativity and unique approach to storytelling through art and design. With a distinctive style that often includes delightfully long-winded sentences, he brings a touch of humor and humanity to his work. Justus is an in-house graphic designer at Holt Renfrew, where he continues to infuse his artistic passion into every project. At heart, he remains an artist dedicated to crafting visuals that captivate, excited, and inspire.