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Black History/Black Futures Movie + Talk Night
February 19 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm GMT
CAPIC Toronto Presents: The Power & Advocacy of the Lens
Join CAPIC Toronto to celebrate the legacy of Gordon Parks,
one of the most influential photographers and filmmakers
of the 20th century.
We invite you to a screening of HBO’s
A Choice of Weapon: Inspired by Gordon Parks
followed by a panel discussion with esteemed Toronto-based Black
photographers, illustrators, filmmakers, and photo-based artists.
This event will explore Parks’ enduring impact and the transformative
power of the lens as a tool for storytelling, advocacy, and social change.
February 19, 6-9 PM
Ralph Thornton Community Centre
Riverdale Auditorium, 2nd floor
765 Queen Street East, Toronto
Doors open at 6 PM
Documentary Screening at 6:15 PM
Panel Discussion at 7:45 PM
Event ends at 9:00 PM
Networking party after event at a nearby Pub (TBD)
Panelists:
Anthony Gebrehiwot – Anthony is a self-taught multiple award winning visual artist, photographer and community leader whose work challenges perceptions of race, masculinity, and vulnerability while provoking introspection and dialogue.
Gebrehiwot founded XvXy-photo in 2014, focusing on studio portraiture, and has worked with brands such as Nike,
Royal Bank of Canada, Vice Canada, Absolute, Hudson Bay, The City of Toronto and Linkedin to name a few.
Jouv Darl – Jouv is an illustrator, author & screenwriter who teaches an exploration of Character and Storytelling at George Brown college, Darl’s work explores identity, relationships, and technology. Her storytelling is often whimsical, humorous, and heartwarming, with projects spanning comics, short films, and novels. A Reelworld E20 writer and emerging filmmaker, she is currently in post production for her first short film.
Wayne Salmon – Wayne is a Toronto-based artist who critically examines the experiences of Black communities through visually compelling storytelling. Born in Jamaica, Salmon immigrated to Canada in the early 1980s. His work in photography & film is concerned with Black sociality, with particular focus on issues and experiences related to history, migration, memory, Black music and literature
Moderated by CAPIC Toronto’s Felicia Byron
Felicia a commercial portrait photographer, filmmaker, and multimedia artist. Her work focuses on amplifying BIPOC, disabled, and diasporic communities through a lens-based multi-disciplinary artistic practice. She is also a dedicated arts educator and disability and mental health advocate, committed to fostering inclusivity and mentorship within creative industries.
Tickets: $25 | Students: 50% off with promo code
CAPIC members free
Get Your Tickets Now:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/celebrate-the-legacy-of-gordon-parks-screening-panel-discussion-tickets-1237891911029
This event is a must-attend for photographers, film makers, creatives,
storytellers, students and those passionate about the arts and social change.
Secure your spot today—limited seats available!