## Breadcrumb 1. [Home](/index%2Ephp/) 2. Events and Exhibitions 3. [In Conversation with Marlene Creates](/index%2Ephp/markdownify/node/4120) # In Conversation with Marlene Creates Event Alumni Faculty Graduate Student International Student Public Staff Undergraduate Student From Our Point of View: Encounters with Artists 115 McCaul 115 McCaul Street Rosalie Sharp Pavilion, 3rd floor February 4, 2026 5:30 - 7 p.m. Department Alumni, Campus Life, Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers, Faculty of Art Faculty Faculty of Art Cost Free [Add to Calendar](data:text/calendar;charset=utf8;base64,QkVHSU46VkNBTEVOREFSDQpWRVJTSU9OOjIuMA0KUFJPRElEOlNwYXRpZSBjYWxlbmRhci1saW5rcw0KQkVHSU46VkVWRU5UDQpVSUQ6ZTRjNGRiZDU3NDM5ZTU4YmYwODE0MTE3YTdjOWM0MzQNClNVTU1BUlk6SW4gQ29udmVyc2F0aW9uIHdpdGggTWFybGVuZSBDcmVhdGVzDQpEVFNUQU1QOjIwMjYwMjA0VDIyMzAyMFoNCkRUU1RBUlQ6MjAyNjAyMDRUMjIzMDIwWg0KRFRFTkQ6MjAyNjAyMDVUMDAwMDMxWg0KRU5EOlZFVkVOVA0KRU5EOlZDQUxFTkRBUg==) 115 McCaul 115 McCaul Street Rosalie Sharp Pavilion, 3rd floor February 4, 2026 5:30 - 7 p.m. Department Alumni, Campus Life, Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers, Faculty of Art Faculty Faculty of Art Cost Free [Add to Calendar](data:text/calendar;charset=utf8;base64,QkVHSU46VkNBTEVOREFSDQpWRVJTSU9OOjIuMA0KUFJPRElEOlNwYXRpZSBjYWxlbmRhci1saW5rcw0KQkVHSU46VkVWRU5UDQpVSUQ6ZTRjNGRiZDU3NDM5ZTU4YmYwODE0MTE3YTdjOWM0MzQNClNVTU1BUlk6SW4gQ29udmVyc2F0aW9uIHdpdGggTWFybGVuZSBDcmVhdGVzDQpEVFNUQU1QOjIwMjYwMjA0VDIyMzAyMFoNCkRUU1RBUlQ6MjAyNjAyMDRUMjIzMDIwWg0KRFRFTkQ6MjAyNjAyMDVUMDAwMDMxWg0KRU5EOlZFVkVOVA0KRU5EOlZDQUxFTkRBUg==) ![Facade of the Rosalie Sharp Pavillion featuring a large metal scrim with intricate pattern](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_wide/public/2025-02/54106077757_e2ddd7f776_o.jpg.webp?itok=tD9l3EPy) rgb(255,255,255) **From Our Point of View: Encounters with Artists** ## **In Conversation with Marlene Creates** ![Poster with artist work](/sites/default/files/2026-01/Marlene_poster.png) - Wednesday, February 4, 5:30 to 7:00 pm - Rosalie Sharp Pavilion, 115 McCaul St., 3rd floor - Public welcome > *"MY ARTWORK IS WHERE THE INSIDE (MY THOUGHTS) AND THE OUTSIDE (MY SURROUNDINGS) MEET."* > *-MARLENE CREATES* A year-long research project that explores the practices of established Canadian artists through three in-depth interviews, led by upper-year OCAD U students. The project creates a safe space for students, established artists, and cultural advocates to ask questions and share knowledge Join us for an open conversation with celebrated Canadian artist [Marlene Creates](https://www.marlenecreates.ca/), whose site-specific, multidisciplinary practice has redefined what it means to be a sustainable artist working in Canada. Marlene's hybrid processes include memory mapping, photography, video, poetry, installation, scientific and vernacular knowledge, and site-specific multidisciplinary collaborative guided walks. --- Artists: **Kieran Medland, Juanita Alba** **Sasha Yakovleva, Sue Mackay, Freda Tan** **Day Deacon, Alessio Duclaux, Kyra Kaushal, Jean Jun** **Evan Sagman, Marketa Holtebrinck** **Darah Galbraith** Mentorship of the Governor General’s Award-winning artist: **Max Dean** Professor: **Steven Fosther, Derek Sullivan** Project Assistant: **(Jessie)Jihyun Lee** Generously supported by Lady Elizabeth (Pixie) Mudge Massey Shaw Please be advised that OCAD U hosted events may be documented through photographs and video. These images may be used by the University for promotional, advertising, and educational purposes. By participating in our events, both on campus and off-site, you consent to allowing OCAD University to document and use your image and likeness. However, if you do not want us to use a photo or video of you or your child, please don’t hesitate to let us know when you arrive at the event. You’re also welcome to get in touch with OCAD University’s Marketing & Communications office: . Be mindful of those in our community who have scent sensitivities; please help OCAD U maintain a healthy, scent-free campus.