Meet the Artist
Malik
Dieleman
Photography
“I have always been drawn to the interaction between human and place.In my final year at OCAD U, I created environmental portraits addressing the question: How does the experience of a location influence ones identity?”
Malik is a Toronto-based photographer and multidisciplinary artist. His work includes portrait photography, videography, and illustration. Following his graduation, he was awarded a membership to Gallery 44 centre for contemporary photography, where he is currently creating alternative photo-based artwork. His images have been published in magazines such as PhotoED, Among Worlds, and LoveIsMoving.Having grown up in France, Senegal, and Canada, Malik carries with him a complex multi-cultural identity. His work reflects on themes of belonging, identity, and faith. Today, Malik explores the intersection of environment and identity within portraiture.
Portrait Photography Promotional Videography Illustration Cyanotypes (alternative photography)
2016, Dakar Academy, HS Fine Arts Festival
Dakar, Senegal
2020, Career Launcher Membership Recipient: Gallery 44
Gallery 44
2020, Runner up - documentary video contest
The EFC
2019, Project 31 Photography Scholarship
Project 31
2016, Best of Show, People's Choice
Dakar Academy Fine Arts Festival