NIAM
NIAM JAIN — Seeing Beyond the Boundaries
Autism, combined with limited verbal abilities, does not deter Niam Jain from communicating a strong positive message of diversity, equity and inclusion – either through his art or his advocacy. Far from limiting, this unique perspective allows Jain to experience, interpret and express the world differently from the neurotypical.
Jain’s work encourages us to reconsider not only how we perceive art but also how we perceive the world around us. His ability to transform isolated moments into a collective experience speaks to the universal human condition. In this sense, Niam Jain’s autism becomes a remarkable gift, enabling him to communicate the greater unity that exists within diversity. His art serves as a powerful reminder that we are all part of a shared existence, connected by our experiences and perceptions.
In essence, Niam Jain’s paintings are more than artistic expressions; they are meditations on the nature of reality itself. Through his use of small brushstrokes, Jain communicates a profound message about the importance of stepping back to consider the bigger picture of our existence, a picture where isolation, desperation, and pain give way to harmony and unconditional Love that connects us all.
Selected Credits
Apple TV
2017 – 2024
Two Paintings Featured in ”The Good Doctor”
Solo Exhibitions
2018
Abbozzo Gallery, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
2018
University of Toronto Faculty Club, Toronto Ontario, Canada
2017
University of Toronto Faculty Club, Toronto Ontario, Canada
2016
Kontemporary Art Gallery, Calgary, Ontario Canada
Listed Auctions
2022
Heffel Gallery, Vancouver, British Columbia
2019
Heffel Gallery, Vancouver, British Columbia
Group Exhibitions
2023
Abbozzo Gallery, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
2023
Vaughn Film Festival, Vaughn, Ontario
2021
Abbozzo Gallery, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
2020
Abbozzo Gallery, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
2019
Abbozzo Gallery, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
2019
Heffel Gallery, Vancouver, British Columbia
2018
25th Anniversary Show, Abbozzo Gallery, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Public Installations
2024
Public Art Installation, City of Brampton, Ontario
Selected Exhibitions
2016
Autism Speaks Canada, Booth, Nathan Phillips Square, Canada
2016
Mackenzie Health Hospital, Booth, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
2015
Gallery of Inspiration, Booth, Ritz Carleton Hotel, Toronto, Canada
Corporate Collections
2016
Samsung Canada
2016
Andrew Cumming (Private Collector)
Media (Television)
2024
CTV News, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Brampton, Ontario Art Installation
2023
CTV News, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
“Prominent Toronto Artist Speaks After Granite Club Discriminates”
2018
CTV News, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
“Art Of Teen With Autism Hangs In Toronto Gallery”
2018
CBC News, The National, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
“Artist Niam Jain’s Solo Show”
2018
CTV News, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
“Niam Jain Paintings Art Selling For Thousands Of Dollars”
2017
CTV News, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
“Teen With Autism Wins Anokhi Award”
2017
Accessible Media, Toronto, Ontario Canada
2016
CBC News, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
“Teen With Autism Becomes Art Sensation”
2016
CTV News, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
“Teen With Autism Has Solo Art Show At Toronto’s Faculty Club”
2016
Video Samsung Canada, National Social Media and Stores Campaign
“Niam Jain Artist Launches Look At Me Project”
2016
Rogers 10, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
“Niam Jain At Gallery Of Inspiration”
2015
Global News, Susan Hayes, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
“12 Year Old Finds His Voice Through Art”
Media + Bibliography (Online)
2023
Toronto Star, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
“A Wake-up Call: Elite Granite Club Discriminated Against Autistic Member, Human Eights Tribunal Finds”
2018
CTV News Staff. “Teen With Autism Displays Artwork In Solo Exhibit At Toronto Gallery” CTV News. www.ctvnews.ca
2018
Devika Goberdhan. ”Simply Awestruck: Art Exhibit Of Autistic Teen Artist Niam Jain Continues To Amaze” Web. Anmeco Optimedia Communications Inc. www.anokimedia.com
2018
Janet Fanaki. ”Niam Jain Shows No Boundaries With His Autism” Resilient People. www.resilientpeople.ca
2018
Unknown Author, ”Thumbs Up” Canadian Abilities Foundation. Web. www.abilities.ca
2017
Phillip Lee-Shanok, ”Autistic Artist About To Jump From Canvas To Fashion Runway” CBC News. Web. www.cbc.ca
2017
Mara McLaughlin, CBC News. ”Meet The 14 Year Old Artist With Autism Who Is Leaving His Mark On Canada’s Art Community” CBC News. www.CBC.ca
2017
Accessible Media Inc. ”Niam Jain” Accessible Media. www.amil.ca
2016
Ioanna Roumellotis, ”Autistic Teen Abstract Paintings Wow Collectors” CBC National. www.cbc.ca
2016
Michael Woodson, ”Art That Speaks Volumes” Artist Network. Web. www.artistnetwork.com
2016
Josh Kolm, ”Showing Off #WhoEyeAm” Stimulant. Web. www.stimulantonline.ca
2016
Daniel Dumitresou, Article In Romanian Featuring Niam & Artwork. Eva Magazine Romania. www.eva.ro
2016
Chase Your Dream Staff. ”Painting Your World” Chase Your Dream Foundation. www.thecydf.org
2016
Nina Jain. ”Teen With Autism Becomes Art Sensation” Bored Panda. www.boredpanda.com. 15 million Facebook likes.
2016
Families For A Secure Future. ”Niam Jain” Families For A Secure Future. www.familiesforasecurefuture.ca
2015
Susan Haye, ”12 Year Old Finds His Voice Through Art” Global News. www.globalnews.ca
Publications (Print)
2018
Canadian Family Physician, Toronto, MFC, Canadian College of Family Physician, Cover Art and Feature, National, Vol. 64. Issue 2
2017
Anokhi Media Magazine, Toronto, Anmeco Optimedia Communications Inc.
“Niam Jain Artist, Recipient of Anokhi Award”
2016
The Artist Magazine, Ohio, F+W Media, Abstract Art That Speaks Volumes
2016
Autism Ontario Annual Review Feature, Toronto, Autism Ontario, Cover And Feature
2016
Autism Ontario Magazine, Toronto, Autism Ontario, Cover and Feature
Awards
2022
Certificate of Artistic Achievement, The Luxembourg Art Prize
2017
Anokhi National Award, Youngest Canadian Recipient
Charity
2016
Autism Ontario. Donated Three Paintings To Raise Thousands Of Dollars. Live Auction
2016
Samsung Canada. Partnering With Samsung Canada To Donate 500 Tablets
2016
Trillium Hospital Foundation. Donated Painting. Sold For $2400.00.
Most Recent Private Commissions
2024, 2023, 2022, 2018
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