Liberian-Canadian Artist Andrews Ndorley made his debut at the Toronto Black Film Festival (TBFF) by leading an interactive art workshop on February 10 at St. Francis Centre.

The workshop, part of the festival’s “In the Community” series, attracted more than 50 participants and focused on exploring Black visionaries and creative expression through art.

During the session, Ndorley guided attendees in creating their own artistic interpretations of Black visionaries.

He introduced participants to different painting techniques, showing how color, form, and intuitive expression can be used to tell powerful stories about Black identity and culture.

Instead of focusing only on technical skills, he encouraged participants to connect with their inner creativity and personal vision.

Ndorley explained that his artistic process is deeply personal and spiritual.

His abstract works often include human figures that appear naturally as he follows his intuition.

He told participants that art is not just about technique but about expressing emotions and imagination, adding that reflecting on Black visionaries helps people both honor the past and imagine new possibilities for the future.

The Toronto Black Film Festival, founded in 2013 by the Fabienne Colas Foundation, is now Canada’s largest Black History Month cultural event.

The festival runs from February 11 to 16 and brings together thousands of people to celebrate stories from the African diaspora and promote cultural learning.

Ndorley’s workshop highlights the festival’s goal of making Black arts and culture accessible to the community.

Ndorley also participated in the Cultural Expressions for Change (CE4C) Black History Month celebration on February 8 in Ajax, Ontario.

The event featured music, storytelling, panel discussions, and art exhibitions, giving him the opportunity to showcase his work and connect with other Black artists.

Cultural Expressions for Change, founded in 2006, is a nonprofit organization focused on promoting Black heritage and cross-cultural understanding through art and community programs.

Both CE4C and the Toronto Black Film Festival continue to play an important role in celebrating Black creativity and strengthening community connections during Black History Month.