A woman with medium brown dreadlocks, smiling and holding a professional Canon camera, standing outdoors near trees and a blurred background.

Photo by Shamara Peart

ABOUT SHANIQUE

Shanique Peart is a Kingston based multi-disciplinary artist with a passion for creation, dance and photography. Shanique began her dance journey as a self-trained dancer exploring movement through Hip-hop and freestyle dance. Over the years she has had the opportunity to train in a variety of settings that has allowed her to develop her skills in multiple dance styles. Including Hip-Hop, Dancehall, Afro fusion, Modern and Urban Contemporary.

This diverse background has influenced her journey as a multi-disciplinary artist. Not only exploring and creating through movement but intertwining dance and performance through film and photography.

Outside of dance and photography, Shanique is moving into more creation-based and collaboration projects. Both in and outside of Kingston, ON. As well as the theatre, education and administrative space within the dance and arts community.

Two dancers perform on a dark stage with minimal lighting, emphasizing their dynamic movements.

What is the candid creative co?

The Candid Creative Co is a platform and business with the goal of highlighting all of my artistic mediums and give them a home. I wear many different hats within the thriving arts scene here in Kingston, ON. So, I thought it was time I became more Candid about my work, and my overall artistic journey. I hope to share more about my practice through my gallery, upcoming events and my social media.

Over the next couple of years, I hope to transform this platform into a production company. A place to create new works - not only for myself - but for other artists who may not have many resources, physical space, or training opportunities; similar to the beginning of my artistic journey.

I look forward to collaborating and meeting you all!

Candidly,

The Candid Creative