News from Artscape and our community
Gloria C Swain: Resistance, lived experience and expression
Gloria C Swain is a Toronto-based multi-disciplinary artist, curator and writer, whose art practice includes abstract paintings, performance, social justice and photography. The artist - whose work centres around storytelling…
My own History: Meet Jamal Baksh
Jamal Baksh took a liking in the arts all the way back in kindergarten - growing more interested in middle school as he focused on mediums like painting and sculpting,…
Request for Proposals – Community-Led Workshops
Artscape, in partnership with Dream Community Foundation, is excited to announce… We are accepting applications for a Community-Led Workshop Series at Artscape Weston Common! We’re inviting you to become a…
Visual Storyteller, Nyle Miigizi Johnston
MEET NYLE. Nyle Miigizi Johnston’s spirit name is Wiishkoonseh Miigizi’enh, meaning Whistling White Headed Eagle. He grew up in Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation and apprenticed with Storytellers since…
ByAnanse: On Black fatherhood and challenging narratives
ByAnanse is a Ghanaian cinematographer and director based in Toronto. His career began in the performing arts scene - acting for camera and theatre rolls, and eventually taking an interest…
Reflections: Artscape 2022
Artscape is pleased to present Reflections: 2022 - a comprehensive document highlighting our efforts, impact metrics and stories from community members from the last year. 2022 has been an incredibly…
Winter Island 2023: Artist Residency – Call for Applications
Artscape Gibraltar Point presents: Winter Island Artist-In-Residence Program 2023 Submission Deadline: December 11, 2022 at 11:59 PM Program Dates: January 16 – April 22, 2023 Showcase: April 22, 2023– Artscape…
‘Tis The Season to shop local artists
We are so excited to launch the Artscape Artist Directory, just in time for the Holiday Season. The Directory offers listings from over 50 different creative businesses in our community.…
Happy 10th Birthday, Daniels Spectrum!
We are celebrating 10 years of Daniels Spectrum - a prominent community cultural hub in Regent Park that was part of the larger revitalization of the beloved neighbourhood. Home to…
Meet Gayance, DJ Extraordinaire
MEET GAYANCE. Gayance, pronounced ‘guy-ence’, is a creole word for joyfulness: an apt description for the unapologetically joyful Aïsha Vertus. The DJ, producer and radio-maker’s Haitian roots are a driving…
‘Tis the Season for a BAM! Holiday Market!
It's (almost) the most wonderful time of the year! We can't wait to celebrate the Holiday Season with you, and what better way to do that than at the BAM!…
Launchpad Pop Up Vendor Market – Call for Applications
We're looking for Vendors! On Sunday, October 30, join a crew of 15+ creative entrepreneurs for Artscape Daniels Launchpad's Vendor Market, as part of our POP UP Season! This is…
CALLING ALL ARTISTS: Holiday Catalogue
'Tis the Season (...almost!) The Holiday Season is fast approaching, and with that comes the rush to find that special someone the perfect gift. We want to feature your work…
Nuit Blanche at Artscape Daniels Launchpad: Artist Profiles
Nuit Blanche is back on and we're so excited! On October 1st, Artscape Daniels Launchpad will participating as a Major Downtown Institution at Nuit Blanche, and we can't wait to…