What is DARC?

Digital Arts Resource Centre (formerly SAW Video) is a not-for-profit, artist-run media art centre in Ottawa, Ontario that fosters the growth and development of artists through access to equipment, training, mentorship, and programming. Our mission is to support a diverse community of media artists empowered by technology, programming and the exchange of ideas.

Two smiling DARC Staff members!

Why become a member?

As a Digital Arts Resource Centre Member, you gain access to equipment, facilities, grants, residencies, workshop discounts, and so much more! 

What is DARC?

Digital Arts Resource Centre (formerly SAW Video) is a not-for-profit, artist-run media art centre in Ottawa, Ontario that fosters the growth and development of artists through access to equipment, training, mentorship, and programming. Our mission is to support a diverse community of media artists empowered by technology, programming and the exchange of ideas.

Why become a member?

As a Digital Arts Resource Centre Member, you gain access to equipment, facilities, grants, residencies, workshop discounts, and so much more! 

Two smiling DARC Staff members!

News

CLOSED Feb 17

CLOSED February 17th

DARC will be closed on Monday, February 17th, 2025. For members, it’s time to plan for any equipment or facilities you need during that time.

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What do YOU think?

We want to know what you think!

Our 2025 Annual Survey is officially open until February 28th, 2025, and WE WANT TO KNOW WHAT YOU THINK! The survey will take approximately 3-5 minutes to complete, and those who complete it will be eligible to win a DARC Gift Bag, including a DARC branded tote and a

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CLOSED Feb 17

CLOSED February 17th

DARC will be closed on Monday, February 17th, 2025. For members, it’s time to plan for any equipment or facilities you need during that time.

Read More »
What do YOU think?

We want to know what you think!

Our 2025 Annual Survey is officially open until February 28th, 2025, and WE WANT TO KNOW WHAT YOU THINK! The survey will take approximately 3-5 minutes to complete, and those who complete it will be eligible to win a DARC Gift Bag, including a DARC branded tote and a

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Member Highlight: Meet Gagan!

Each month, DARC highlights one of our incredible Members and one of the many exciting projects they’re working on. This month, our Member Highlight is Gaganpreet Singh, a local filmmaker and Extended Access member of DARC.

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Events

RESOLUTION 2025

DARC’s annual screening featuring a juried selection of Members’ works from the previous year will take place on January 23rd, 2025. Doors at 6:30PM, screening starts at 7PM.

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RESOLUTION 2025

DARC’s annual screening featuring a juried selection of Members’ works from the previous year will take place on January 23rd, 2025. Doors at 6:30PM, screening starts at 7PM.

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DARC Holiday Potluck 2024

Digital Arts Resource Centre (DARC) is hosting a potluck to thank our community for such a wonderful year! As we reflect on an amazing year filled with support, growth, and connection, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude to each of you.

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Education

A 3D scene of a virtual world with bamboo plants and geometric shapes. Text overlay reads Digital Arts Camp for Youth
Photo of ice chunks on a shoreline with text that reads Sous l'eau: Enregistrements terrain en hiver
3d model of a light on a blue background of bright pink glowing triangles
Blue Background with a retro computer on it
City of Ottawa Cultural Funding Info Series. The Loop / 2 Daly Ave. December 10, 2024. 6 - 8 PM EDT

Rentals

Equipment

DARC offers equipment rentals to Essentials and Extended Access members. 

 

Only active DARC members may access equipment rentals. Equipment may be rented in one-week intervals.

Facilities

DARC members can book time in our number of high-end production and post-production facilities.

Equipment

DARC offers equipment rentals to Essentials and Extended Access members. 

 

Only active DARC members may access equipment rentals. Equipment may be rented in one-week intervals.

Facilities

DARC members can book time in our number of high-end production and post-production facilities.

Equipment

DARC offers equipment rentals to Essentials and Extended Access members. 

 

Only active DARC members may access equipment rentals. Equipment may be rented in one-week intervals.

Facilities

DARC members can book time in our number of high-end production and post-production facilities.