Congratulations to our 2024 DARC Indigenous Residency recipient! 🎉
Digital Arts Resource Centre (DARC) is proud to announce Oo Kierstead as the recipient of the DARC Indigenous Residency 2024, presented with the support of the Hnatyshyn Foundation!
Oo Kierstead
Oo Kierstead is a dynamic leader in media, project management, and cultural advocacy, with a deep commitment to preserving Inuit language and culture. Fluent in both Inuktitut and English, Oo has made a significant impact across various fields. As the founder of Oo K Couture in 2021, Oo transformed a passion for Inuit-inspired sustainable fashion showcased at markets and craft sales across Nunavut and Canada.
With over a decade of freelance experience, Oo specializes in Inuktitut productions, contributing as a reporter, producer, and editor for various media outlets. In a leadership role, Oo has spearheaded the development of critical communication strategies and policies, enhancing organizational messaging and outreach.
Oo’s educational background includes studies in applied arts, technology, media, and design. Through innovative media, design, and community-driven initiatives, Oo remains dedicated to promoting and preserving Inuit heritage for future generations.
What is the DARC Indigenous Residency Program?
Presented with the support of The Hnatyshyn Foundation, the DARC Indigenous Residency is a one-month intensive on-site artist residency, offered to mid-career Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) artists in the Ottawa-Gatineau region who are seeking to develop their current practice, experiment with a new medium, or continue an existing project.
DARC is proud to have Oo as our first-ever Indigenous Residency Program recipient, and we continue to be excited to support the work of independent artists through our resources, programming and education!
