art to ‘23, toronto

To create.

To inspire.

To foster collaboration.

Our journey begins with 'a blank canvas,' inviting interpretation and embracing novelty. The 'hub' or communal gathering space is a transitional zone and is defined by expansive canvas panels suspended from the lofty ceiling, elegantly framing the Public Lounge. Placing a profound emphasis on scale, forms, and shapes, these panels will bestow order and a sense of interconnectedness, crafting an intimate yet inviting sanctuary. In collaboration with Bonne Choice, vintage furniture selections, carefully layered within, provide a striking contrast to the minimalist facade. Patterns of squares and rectangles punctuate the canvas panels, offering dynamic views that encompass both inward and outward perspectives, thus establishing meaningful connections to the art.

Preservation is our commitment. Local and foraged plants native to or thriving in southern Ontario will be masterfully transformed by Gunnar Florals into sculptural expressions throughout the fair, infusing a harmonious texture. Through a collaborative effort with Gunnar Florals, we will engage in a repurposing initiative, employing cinder blocks and bricks obtained from a construction site. These materials will serve as multifunctional containers, both housing and offering structural support to the creative botanical installations.

Reuse.

Renew.

Reconnect.