Erika “Acker” Riley

Hi!

I’m Erika, also known as Acker. I’m a GTA-based artist, born in Scarborough but raised mostly in Ajax ON. I completed my bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, so I wouldn’t call myself a classically-trained artist by any means. I never wanted to give up creating my art OR give up on engineering, so while my academics transitioned to mainly STEM based courses, I kept creating art under my nickname.

I don’t think engineering and art are very different in the ways that matter. They’re simply two different ways of using creativity. For my art, I like to focus on people and experiences. From murals to portraits to flowers, I hope there’s something here that everyone can enjoy.

I'm always open to commissions or collaborations - feel free to reach out!