Furoshiki - Opens Saturday!

SAMARA Contemporary in collaboration with Kid Icarus, are pleased to announce Furoshiki, A group exhibition that will feature the works of 20 artists working with the theme: “Gifting”. Furoshiki wrap is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional wrapping paper.

Where: Samara Contemporary, 156 Augusta Avenue, Toronto

When: Saturday, November 30th, 12-6pm

Every holiday season more than 8 million tons of gift-wrap ends up in landfills. Disposable and chemically processed, this waste is destroying our environment. Furoshiki can be re-used, passed on from one gift receiver to the next.

Cloth wrapping has been used for over 1200 years in Japan. The word Furoshiki came about during the Edo period (1603-1868) when cloths were commonly used in bathhouses to wrap clothes or as bath matts. Today, Furoshiki can be used to wrap gifts, wine bottles, books, groceries, or just about anything!

This year and onward present your special gift enveloped in beautiful art created by some of Canada’s
top illustrators and artists! An environmentally ethical and unique option to gift giving!

Participating artists:
Daniela Roessler, Dave Setrakian, Fiona Smyth, Flips, Akin Ossington alum Jenn Kitagawa, Jill Holmberg, Jimmy Chaile, Akin Sunrise artist Jieun June Kim, Justin Broadbent, Akin Ossington alum Kendra Yee, Kirsten McCrea, Luke Parnell, Happy Sleepy, Marijke Bouchier, Mariko Paterson, Mike Ellis, Orbital Arts, Rachel Joanis, Santiago Paredes, Trio Magnus

VISION: Exploring the Unconscious Mind →

VISION is a multi-disciplinary visual and media arts collaboration exploring the unconscious mind's ability to blend possible with the impossible. VISION is an institutionalized opportunity reclaimed to carve necessary space for the nuanced expression of black artists and celebrates our ability to create unique cultural landscapes when shared dreams manifest into places of belonging. 

When: September 27th-30th

Opening Reception: September 27th, 7-11PM

Panel Discussion: TBA

Where: The White House Studio Project, 277 Augusta Avenue, Toronto

Accessibility: Access to gallery floor is limited to a flight of stairs and thus not fully accessible.

Featurning artists Charmain Lurch of Akin Sunrise, Curtia Wright of Akin King, DREEEM, and James Hewitt. Curated by Leone McComas of Akin MOCA.

This exhibition is part of "In Space", a curatorial series focused on the experiences of disenfranchised peoples within social, political and physical spaces. Organized by The White House, "In Space" was conceived of by Sandra J. Manilla and co-produced by Nathaniel Addison, Stephanie Avery, and Leone McComas.

Panel Discussion (TBA)

A roundtable of black creatives will discuss the role of space in the legitimization of their work and the expectations attached to institutionalized recognition – considering how we can re-claim these opportunities to represent the diverse POC creativity. Details to be announced.

VISION is funded and made possible by Toronto Art Council, Canada Council of the Arts, and is sponsored by Wysp Creative (wysp.ca). Thank you! 

ALL CAPS: Art Show Featuring Luvsumone and Berma →

ALL CAPS is an interdisciplinary show featuring the art of Moises Frank aka Luvsumone (currently practicing out of Akin's St. Clair studios) and Berma aka Berma! Connecting through their love of all things art, jokes and shawarma, ALL CAPS is a show that brings together the creativity of two of Toronto’s hardest working artists.

ALL CAPS will feature works for sale from Luvsumone and Berma’s first ever collection of poetry for sale! Be prepared for some surprises as well! 

When: Friday, May 18th 2018

Time: 7:00 to 11:00PM

Cover: $5 per person

*BYOB

Fairland Funhouse Summer Job Opportunity →

Toronto’s most experiential art and music pop-up venue is coming to town this summer!

In partnership with Universal Music Canada, Toronto’s most talented Visual Artists & Designers will transform an abandoned grocery store into an immersive and interactive art-maze called Fairland Funhouse.

THE EXPERIENCE

This place is all about make-believe and art that you can be in. At Fairland Funhouse, the adventure begins by jumping through a large donut portal at an old school diner. You might also find yourself at an interdimensional hotel hidden beneath a magical underwater world.

Let’s just say this is not a traditional exhibition!

Expect to be transported into magical realms that meld art, music, and tech.

THE HISTORY

Located in the heart of Kensington Market in downtown Toronto, Fairland is an old grocery store that has existed in the market since the 1950s. This iconic location has a history of doing pop-ups and live rooftop shows during Pedestrian Sundays.

This summer, guests will be able to explore the art-filled funhouse, catch a secret rooftop concert, and attend the best parties of the summer.

WHY?

We’re a collective of designers, innovators, and creatives wanting to design experiential environments that inspire a sense of play and exploration, through multisensory storytelling and interactive art.

Today many value and crave creative expression and experience over possessions. Our mission is to push the boundaries of social environments, and create an experience that captivates and provokes imagination.

KENSINGTON MARKET ART FAIR- CALL FOR ARTISTS

Submission Deadline: APRIL 7, 2015 at 6pm Exhibition dates: May 31, June 28, July 26, August 30, September 27, October 25 Kensington Market Art Fair (KMAF) is a curated outdoor art fair focusing on original two and three-dimensional artwork and prints. The KMAF has seen a huge success in attendance and sales in 2014 and we hope you will join us for our second year! KMAF takes place the last Sunday of the month in partnership with the Kensington Market BIA and Pedestrian Sundays (PSK), which bring in attendance of 15-20,000 people at every event. The KMAF is expanding to incorporate a second exhibition space on lower Augusta Avenue, as well as 77 Nassau Street. This allows us to bring in artists working in ceramics, fiber art, glass, jewelry, and metal arts along with painting, drawing, sculpture, and photography! Add your name to the long list of artists who have made Kensington Market the hub of creativity both locally and internationally! Benefits to artists: Artists retain 100% of sales All applications are free to submit 10x10 square foot space provided and pop up tent will be setup upon arrival Volunteers to help monitor and set up if needed Listing on the KMAF website with artist image, statement and website 9000 colour catalogues produced and distributed throughout the city Relations with the press and media tours Submission Process: KMAF is open to artists in all levels of their career Applications available at www.keep6.ca/kmaf Accepted Artists will be contacted by April 14th, 2015 $150 +HST per Sunday (including a white 10x10ft pop up tent set up prior to your arrival) Contact: info@keep6.ca