Photo by Isabella Cortes
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
Tuesday’s July 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12
6:30 - 9 pm
LOCATION
JAYU Studio at 401 Richmond Street West
Studio 380, Toronto ON, M5V 3A8
PROGRAM DETAILS
This program offers a space to experiment and explore the fundamentals of photography and while learning an array of techniques led by @sksquared
What You’ll Learn:
📷 How to navigate a DSLR camera & control exposure
🎨 Framing & composition techniques (rule of thirds, leading lines)
📝 Hands-on experience with creative prompts to bring your ideas to life
📖 How to capture photos that tell meaningful stories
No camera? No worries! We’ll provide one for you.
NEED TO KNOW
Food and TTC tickets will be provided
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 Des, iAM Program Manager at desiree@jayu.ca
MEET YOUR MENTOR:
Sanjeev Kugan
Sanjeev Kugan (@sksquared) is a multidisciplinary artist and creative entrepreneur exploring identity through photography, filmmaking and design. With over a decade of experience, he helps brands and communities tell their stories through intentional, visually driven storytelling. Sanjeev is deeply committed to mentorship and community-building - supporting emerging creatives through skill-sharing, identity development, and creative expression. His work often bridges personal growth and collective expression, creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and capable of reaching their potential.
@sksquared