Natoya Ellis is a Jamaican-Canadian artist based in the Fraser Valley region of British Columbia, Canada. Her work explores the nuances of identity, culture, and social justice through portrait work, installation art, and Black woman issues. Her artistic practice is driven by a desire to challenge conventional norms of beauty, power, and privilege and to create a space where afrocentricity can be seen and appreciated . 

 

Natoya's portrait work explores the intersection of race, gender, and identity. Using bold colors, textures, and patterns, she captures the essence of her subjects and invites the viewer to contemplate the complexities of the human experience. Her installation art, is immersive and experiential, often featuring multimedia elements that engage the senses and spark conversation around issues of social justice and equity.