During the residency, a children's book illustrator presents workshops, art activities and portfolio reviews for adults, teens and children. The Illustrator in Residence Program honours the memory of Illustrator Joanne Fitzgerald (1956-2011).
About Nahid Kazemi
Nahid Kazemi has illustrated 60 books and magazines for children and adults, published around the world including in Iran, Slovenia, the U.S. and the U.K. Her books include I'm Glad That You're Happy and Les mots d'Eunice. Nahid has degrees in Visual Arts (painting) from the Art University of Tehran; her work has been exhibited internationally; and she taught drawing, illustration and graphic design at the University of Sooreh in Iran. Nahid Moved to Canada in 2014, and lives in Montreal.
During her residency at the Northern District Branch, Nahid will present workshops for the public, and art students and teachers.
Join us for the launch of the program on Monday, Oct. 1, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and meet Nahid.
Portfolio Review Meetings
Book a one-on-one 30-minute portfolio review with Nahid and receive feedback on your illustrations. October 11, 15 and 25, 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. For adults and teens. Available in English, French or Persian.
To make an appointment, please contact promotions@ibby-canada.org with your preferred date and time.
Workshops
Hear Nahid discuss topics important to aspiring children's book illustrators including breaking into Canadian publishing, developing your voice and style as an illustrator, working as a fine artist and as an illustrator, and self-promotion. Wednesdays, October 3 - 24, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. For adults and teens. Drop in.
Class Visits
Nahid will visit classes for fun illustration activities from October 2 - October 31. Visits can be conducted at the library or at school. For Grade 1 to 6 classes, high schools and colleges. Available in English, French or Persian.
Teachers, please contact promotions@ibby-canada.org to request a program for your classes.
Art Exhibit
Come see original artwork by Nahid, as well as illustrations by Joanne Fitzgerald, on display in the second-floor gallery at the Northern District Branch. From October 1 - October 31.
The Joanne Fitzgerald Illustrator in Residence Program is a joint program of IBBY Canada, Toronto Public Library, the Canadian Urban Libraries Council and the Young Family.