Nader Soliman is an Egyptian multidisciplinary artist and 3D animator based in Toronto, specializing in digital storytelling, visual effects, immersive installations, and cinematic experiences. His practice explores the intersection of technology, history, and cultural identity through animation, projection mapping, and virtual environments.
Nader’s work has been recognized internationally through multiple film festival selections and awards, including the Award of Excellence at Canada Shorts Film Festival, Best Animated Historical Documentary at the Montreal International Animation Film Festival, and official selections at Animaze- Montreal International Animation Festival, Animation Marathon Online Festival in Athens, and Berlin Lift-Off Film Festival.
Beyond film, Nader has created immersive projection mapping experiences showcased at institutions including the Royal Ontario Museum and the Aga Khan Museum, blending animation, architecture, and cultural storytelling. His projection work has been featured in collaboration with international digital artists and creative technologists, including French software engineer and digital artist Maxime Touroute.
Nader was the Art Director and Lead Curator of Bridging Homes, an international student art exhibition at OCAD University, bringing together artists from diverse cultural backgrounds to explore themes of belonging and identity.
Recognized for his contributions to the creative technology community, Nader has been invited as a guest speaker at institutions and creative events, including the Sheridan Screen Industries Centre, where he presented on AI-assisted workflows and emerging pipelines in animation. Through his talks and workshops, he shares insights on integrating new technologies into creative practices, empowering artists to explore new approaches to animation, VFX, and digital production.
Through his practice, Nader continues to explore how emerging technologies can preserve cultural narratives, create immersive experiences, and redefine the possibilities of contemporary storytelling.
2024- Bridging Homes Exhibition interviewed by Omni Television
2024 Student Employee Excellence Award
2023- Toronto International Film Festival (Interview with director and lead actress from the movie LA SUPREMA)
2024-Bridging Homes Exhibition
Nebula Dreams at ROM After Dark
GRAD EX 110 Production Display
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