Experiential Projects
Collaboration, Belonging, & Shared Experiences
Community and connections are core values and anchors for everything I do…
My work in this area is dedicated to creating shared experiences that inspire problem-solving, collaboration, and a sense of belonging.
Over the years, I’ve created and coordinated a number of community engagement projects that bring people together to build something collective. These experiences take many forms:
Public Art & Murals
Collaborative physical art pieces where participants connect through creation, often celebrating a shared goal or raising awareness for a specific cause.
Collaborative Environments
Developing unique interactive installations, like escape rooms and specialized educational projects, designed to foster problem-solving and teamwork.
Festival & Event Engagement
Coordinating dynamic, hands-on experiences at events that instantly engage and connect diverse community members.
I am always looking for new opportunities and possibilities to build shared experiences.
A Few Active Connections…
Belong Together
Project Creator | This tile based project builds connections, inspires creativity and creates stunning community mosaics. (www.belongtogether.ca)
Complex Rooms
Co-Founder | We create challenging take out escape games and custom team building experiences to puzzle groups of all sizes. (www.complexrooms.com)
KWSA
President since Oct ’23 | Established in 1931, KWSA is a vibrant community of 100+ artists… We network, share and create together. (www.kwsa.ca)
Locally Connected
Photographer since Nov ’22 | A place where people come together to support and engage with their local businesses, fostering a sense of community and connectivity. (www.locallyconnected.ca)
Interested in starting a Community Engagement Project? Let’s connect!
jason@kwpanda.com
A Few Past Projects…
Jason Panda is a Graphic Artist, Photographer and Educator living and creating in Ontario, Canada. He is passionate about belonging, collaboration and connecting with art.