Meet Kaya
Kaya Comeau (she/they), is a nonbinary artist based in Ottawa, merging acquired expertise in commercial and fine art photography education seamlessly within her creative career. Presenting a portfolio that embodies a full spectrum of honed skills, Kaya's artistry is a compelling fusion of documentary inquiry and introspective self-portraiture.
Photography serves as Kaya's poignant means of self-expression, acting as a conduit for reclaiming identity amidst past trauma, transformative life experiences, and ongoing mental health challenges. Recognizing bias inherent in all work, she navigates creation with this personal mantra, while still committed to truth, navigating the creative process guided by this personal mantra.
Fearlessly tackling overlooked or taboo themes, Kaya's art offers a nuanced portrayal of the human experience, shedding light on the intricacies of sexuality, mental illness, and trauma. Through their artwork, Kaya reveals the profound capacity of art to cultivate unity among diverse backgrounds, inviting viewers to confront life's complexities and encounter realities that may otherwise be deemed offensive or uncomfortable, presented in a thoughtfully accessible manner.
In each of her artistic series, Kaya urges viewers to embark on an immersive and introspective exploration of the complexities of existence, striving to birth internal interrogations that dismantle ingrained preconceptions held by individuals, and nurturing comprehension along the artistic journey. Through their meticulously crafted works, they extend a profound invitation to delve into the unspoken parts of human experience, urging us all to embrace the different backgrounds and encounters that collectively define our shared humanity.