Creator in Residence
Library and Archives Canada (LAC) is thrilled to welcome our first creator in residence, Eric Chan, professionally known as eepmon. A digital and generative artist, coder, and creative entrepreneur, eepmon is celebrated for his innovative fusion of art and technology.
The residency offers an incredible opportunity for audiences across Canada to connect with eepmon, learn more about the shared documentary heritage of Canadians through collections at LAC, and imagine new ways to interact with archival and published materials.
About the residency
Throughout an eight-month period in 2025, eepmon will develop a body of creative work inspired by material in collections held at LAC. He will share his experiences with the collections, the influences behind the work he produces, and insights into his creative process. The public will also have the chance to engage with eepmon at various events throughout the residency, including a final project showcase.
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Creator in Residence at LAC
Creator in Residence will welcome individuals from a wide range of fields—whether artists, educators or researchers—to develop a project inspired by material in the collection at LAC. The residency provides time and resources for a resident to:
- find inspiration in published and archival collections at LAC
- conceptualize and develop a project that imagines new ways to interpret and connect with these materials
- spark curiosity and foster conversations with the public
- raise awareness of the extensive collection of materials we hold
Over the course of their eight-month residency, the resident will share their creative process, provide updates on their project’s progress, and engage with the public about their work.
Creator in Residence aims to connect collections and services at LAC with new audiences across Canada and beyond.
Eric Chan biography
Eric Chan, known professionally as eepmon, is a pioneering digital and generative artist from Ottawa who seamlessly blends art and code into his creative process. An innovative entrepreneur and STEAM advocate, eepmon has collaborated with cultural institutions and global brands, including Canada Goose and Marvel Entertainment. His work has been showcased in galleries, libraries, archives, and museums, making a significant impact on both the art and tech worlds.
eepmon’s innovative projects push boundaries. His CityLights NFT series explores Web3 and blockchain technology, while his INTERSECTIONS paintings transform weather data into vibrant visual narratives. One of his iconic works, Chaos Bloom, resides in the Canada Council Art Bank, and his EEPVERS metaverse invites audiences into his digital worlds. In 2025, Eepmon was appointed as Library and Archives Canada’s first creator in residence, where he will bridge digital art with heritage preservation, helping shape the future of national archives and cultural storytelling.
Beyond the studio, eepmon is a global cultural envoy. He represented Canada on minister-led trade missions to Japan (2023) and China (2018), forging partnerships that amplified Canada’s creative industries abroad. His service on the Board of the Canadian Museums Association from 2017 to 2021 further highlights his commitment to advancing the arts sector. In 2024, his digital mural at the Canadian Museum of History for Asian Heritage Month sparked meaningful conversation around the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1923, promoting intergenerational unity and healing. Later that year, with support from the Bruce Lee Foundation, he teamed up with the Jackie Chan Stunt Team and director Andy Cheng to create a stunning motion graphics piece for the 22nd Unforgettable Gala in Beverly Hills.
Recognized by the Government of Canada for his international impact, eepmon has earned numerous accolades, including the 2023 Library and Archives Canada Scholar Award and the 2024 Banff Forum ABJ Fellowship. His work not only redefines the digital art landscape but also strengthens Canada’s creative identity on the world stage.
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