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 […]
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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 […]
‘Change is a Catalyst for Growth’, Advice from Fashion Designer Diseiye
Diseiye Thompson is a Toronto based fashion and costume designer. The artist was exposed to fashion design in 2014 when they took a sewing class at Art Starts. This inspired Diseiye to apply to the Fashion Design Program at Toronto Film School, and they went on to develop a luxury evening wear collection that was […]