401 Richmond Illustration Studio
OCAD University’s RBC Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers is excited to announce the return of the 401 Richmond Illustration Studio for graduating Illustration students.
April 27, 2026
February 17, 2026
Creative Ecologies: Art, Sustainability & Community Resilience in Nassau, Bahamas
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About the Opportunity
In May 2026, the International Programs & Collaboration Office is offering a co-curricular opportunity in Nassau, Bahamas. This program is tailored to students working in all mediums and creative disciplines and is designed to strengthen their professional practice through hands-on learning. The workshop series goes beyond observation by fully immersing participants in the Bahamian artistic and cultural scene by meeting and learning directly from local artists, community members, entrepreneurs, and conservation specialists. Over the course of twelve days, students will create a collaborative artwork that reflects and integrates their experience in Nassau. The final piece will be exhibited at Fuze Caribbean Art Fair in Fall 2026. By the end, participants will walk away with new insights and perspectives that they will be able to apply in their creative and professional practice in meaningful ways long after the experience.
This international workshop series is hosted by Baha Mar Foundation, in collaboration with the International Programs & Collaborations Office (IPCO) at OCAD University and I.C.E. (Incubator for Collaborative Expression.
Meet our partners
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l.C.E. Incubator for Collaborative Expression, is the most recent iteration of Antonius Roberts', OBE, journey as an Artist & Conservationist. The guiding principles of all his work are Restoration and Preservation with a responsible eye to current environmental issues. The location is fully self-sustaining with its use of solar power and well water. It is a natural, organic progression from his first Sacred Space installation 17 years ago. This ‘Sacred Space’ is conceived to be a place for young and e
The Lyford Cay Foundation is a philanthropic organization with deep roots in the Lyford Cay community. It is a partnership of two distinct legal entities: Lyford Cay Foundation, Inc. and The Canadian Lyford Cay Foundation, registered public charities in the United States and in Canada respectively. Lyford Cay Foundations believes that increasing educational attainment across the country is key to the development of a prosperous, healthy and peaceful Bahamas.
The Current is a vibrant cultural hub in Nassau, The Bahamas, dedicated to celebrating and advancing Bahamian art. Home to the ECCHO museum, the Fairwind exhibition, and one of the largest collections of Bahamian art, The Current also organizes the annual FUZE Caribbean Art Fair and participates in international art fairs to showcase Bahamian talent on a global stage. Through exhibitions, residencies, workshops, tours, and talks, we foster creativity and connection. Our boutique features authentic local merchandise, fine art prints, and custom framing. As part of the Baha Mar Resort Foundation, we’re redefining the role of art in hospitality and culture.
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FUZE is a first-of-its-kind regional art fair whose inaugural event was held at Baha Mar as part of the 2023 Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival. FUZE represents a unique opportunity to gather art-minded individuals as they explore the rich culture that the Caribbean visual art communities have to offer. Through FUZE, we hope to generate an efficient art ecosystem to guide the development of artwork in the region to intersect with new philosophies, new audiences, and new platforms both locally and abroad.
The Baha Mar Resort Foundation is built on the three pillars of Community, Culture and Conservation, the Baha Mar Resort Foundation, and reflects the property’s deep commitment to building a strong future for The Bahamas. Through volunteerism and monetary donations, it is our goal to champion sustainable conservation efforts, celebrate the diverse cultural traditions and artistic expressions of The Bahamas and strengthen the community through improvements in education
OCAD University is Canada’s largest and oldest art and design institution, known for fostering inclusive, forward-thinking approaches to creativity, research, and global collaboration. OCAD U’s International Programs & Collaborations Office (IPCO) supports initiatives that connect students, faculty, staff and our global partners through meaningful international exchanges, events and professional development opportunities.
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