Indigenous Artist in Residence
Through their residency, chosen artists working in any artistic discipline will bring their Indigenous identities, experiences, and perspectives to the public.
Our three seasonal Artists in Residence are paid community engagement residencies that support artists, collectives, and arts organizations working in Indigenous art and placemaking, children's art and illustration, or the Newcomer experience.
Residents work in a designated space at Central Library and engage with the public at libraries across the city.
Meneka Repka (she/her) is an illustrator and teacher living in Victoria, British Columbia. She is passionate about children’s art and literature that emphasizes themes of justice and compassion. Meneka loves projects that provide opportunities to draw animals, landscapes, and human interactions with the natural world.
The Children's Illustrator in Residence is pleased to consult with emerging and established artists of all ages to discuss technique, inspirations, style, or whatever aspect of the art world would be most helpful.
Check out this list of books recommended by Meneka.