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Jimmy Baptiste is a well known graffiti artist, muralist, and art facilitator based in Wakefield, Quebec, with over 20 years of experience in community art. His career is marked by his commitment to collaborative art initiatives, educational outreach, and transformative public art projects. Through dynamic workshops, he champions collective creation, engaging diverse communities in projects that range from murals to digital art. His work has significantly impacted high schools, universities, and public spaces across the nation, fostering creativity and transforming public areas into vibrant communal expressions.

Jimmy’s artistic journey includes notable achievements such as the Pauline Lantz Art Residency at McGill University in 2015 and significant projects with the National Art Center and the Ottawa Art Gallery in 2023. These accomplishments underscore his influential role in the community, where his art inspires values to become a catalyst for dialogue, education, and unity. His practice firmly positions art as a pivotal tool for social change and development, demonstrating its power to foster connections and inspire collective growth.

Photo by Lorie Aoun

Photo by Lorie Aoun