Connections

‘Connections’ is an immersive installation that invites viewers from around and within the building at 55 St. Clair West in the heart of midtown Toronto. The hustle and bustle of daily life in urban settings isolates us into little travelling imaginary pods, bumping shoulder to shoulder. It can be simultaneously lonely and overwhelming. This piece encourages us to think about the spaces between one another, physically and metaphorically. We may be strangers, but with mindfulness and reflection we can share a common space of belonging. The sprawling reach of the piece symbolizes connection, while the use of yarn evokes a sense of domesticity and warmth. The bright colours uplift the mood during the dark, cold days of winter.

Cherie Leung (b.1980, Toronto) is a multi-media storyteller who works in textiles, crafting material, and found objects. She uses techniques like sewing, quilting and embroidery to create works that intersect painting, textiles, and sculpture. Cherie holds a degree in Psychology & Criminology (Hons. BSc.) and an MA in Legal Studies. She completed her BFA in Drawing and Painting from the Ontario College of Art and Design University (OCADU) in 2025 and was the recipient of the prestigious Drawing and Painting Medal of that year. Cherie currently works and lives in London, UK while undertaking a Masters in Textiles at the Royal College of Art.