Sunny Nestler

Sunny Nestler is a visual artist whose practice is rooted in drawing, and studies mechanisms of biological life using a process that mimics DNA replication and mutation. Their subject matter cross-pollinates biological processes, for example the growth of a virus, or the changing interpretation of biological gender markers. Nestler’s past work includes collaborative animation, community-led arts programming, volunteering at artist-run centres, and a recent municipal commission. They are an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Culture and Community at Emily Carr University of Art and Design where they teach foundation, drawing, and science classes. Nestler is also active in artist’s publishing communities such as the Vancouver Art Book Fair, and was a co-founder of the Tempe Zine Fest. Nestler is currently researching ways that interactive virtual reality can be used by artists to connect and create remotely.