Open Shutter is a podcast connecting creators to creators. Diving into WHY we do what we do, WHERE we came from, and where we're GOING. Hosted by Toronto Creator, Paul Yeghouchian, catch the show every week for a different guest!
What makes a city worth exploring? Sometimes, it’s not the landmarks or the places everyone visits, but the small details, passing moments, and hidden rhythms that most people walk right past.Sharmeena joins the program to discuss how photography has become a way to explore her creativity and see the world differently. Originally from Mauritius, she came to Canada, first settling in Montreal before eventually making her way to Toronto.Drawn to urban exploration, Sharmeena finds inspiration in the way cities are designed, how they function, their walkability, and the everyday moments that give them character. We discuss the importance of nurturing creativity, learning to think less and be more present, and what makes Toronto and Montreal unique places to explore through photography.A conversation about creativity, urban life, and learning to see the extraordinary in the everyday.Sharmeena https://www.instagram.com/portraitnotlandscape/
21 Oct 2026
How To Survive as an Independent Filmmaker in 2026 | Sourav Deb
What happens when a musician finds his voice behind a camera, and then takes that creative journey across continents?
Filmmaker Sourav Deb joins the program fresh from his time in Asia to discuss the differences between the creative communities in Vietnam and Toronto, and how his evolution as an artist led him from music into filmmaking.We dive into the art of storytelling, finding your creative voice, and the importance of building meaningful connections within the industry. Sourav also shares his vision for creating a distribution company that supports independent creatives, along with his film festival that runs simultaneously in Vietnam and Canada, giving local indie filmmakers a platform to showcase their work and connect with audiences.A conversation about creativity, community, and building opportunities for independent filmmakers in an industry where getting your work seen can be just as challenging as making it.Follow Souravhttps://www.instagram.com/kingmizomadeit/
15 Oct 2026
Rediscovering My Creativity Through Photography | Igor Purwin
Originally from Poland, Toronto-based photographer Igor Purwin joins the program to talk about rediscovering his creative side through photography.After moving to Toronto permanently in 2014, Igor built a life with his family. In 2025, inspired by his children and a desire to document family life, he picked up a camera and began learning through YouTube. What started as a way to capture memories soon became something more: a way to reconnect with the creative spark he once found in music.Now exploring both digital and analog photography, Igor is pushing himself beyond his comfort zone, approaching strangers on the street and discovering new ways to see the city he calls home. He also shares a simple trick to make your photos stand out.In this conversation, we explore creativity, street photography, rediscovering Toronto, and why sometimes the best way to enjoy a passion is to keep it a hobby, free from the pressure of turning it into a business.Follow Igor https://www.instagram.com/igorpurwin/Like and Subscribe for more episodes.
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