The Art Starts’ Board of Directors is recruiting an experienced board member who would also serve as Treasurer. This is an opportunity to serve an important and high-profile role on a collaborative board.
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‘Returning to Tangible Ways of Work’, Processing Thoughts During Difficult Times with Artist Abby Ho
Abby Ho is an emerging Asian Canadian artist based in Toronto (photo by James Lai). Her process-based practice works with the materiality of paper, exploring the interrelationship between herself and the environment. Her latest project ‘Transference’ – as part of the artistic duo, ‘jabs’ – uses paper as a medium in conversation. This project is […]
Introducing a New Season of Programming!
After an 8-month temporary slowdown, we are thrilled to announce that we are ready to launch a new season of community arts programming. We have hired an amazing new Program Director and Program Coordinator and are gearing up some exciting digital programs for this winter. We would like to introduce you to Nicole Peña: Nicole […]
2019 Recap: A Year of Exciting Partnerships
The New Year is fast approaching and we turn to reflect on the year gone by. As a non-profit, we squeeze a lot into just 12 months, so it’s important to celebrate the accomplishments of our team, participants and stakeholders. Although 2019 was a challenging one in the arts and culture sector due to cuts […]
“Your Body Already Knows the Stories you Want to Creatively Express”, A Lesson in Creation From Artist Abby Ho
Abby is a visual artist, the artistic director of Project 40 Collective, and a managing editor at LooseLeaf Magazine. Her artistic career has been shaped by collaboration and community, and it’s in evolution it has created space for unheard voices to speak. Now, wrapping up her last year of programs with Project 40 Collective, she […]