We recently heard through the grapevine that that the Ontario College of Art and Design University (OCAD U) will be launching a new Minor Degree program in “Art & Social Change” this Fall (2013). Fantastique! Here’s a link to program information and an excerpt from the program description from the
Friday Morning Coffee
Friday Morning Coffee: ArtBridges in the Classroom
“Don’t ever call yourself an expert—the minute you do, you’re done. You’ve always got to be learning, growing and be open to new knowledge in the field.” My friend, Shawn, said this to me a year ago about my work with ArtBridges/ToileDesArts. It really sank in—and he’s right. At ArtBridges,
Friday Morning Coffee: Celebrating the Year of the Snake
In different cultural centres across Canada, people are learning the steps to lion dancing, decorating paper lanterns, and perfecting ink calligraphy. This weekend, Lunar New Year is not only a time to spend with your loved ones and feast—it is also a time to get creative! For the past few
Friday Morning Coffee: “Made in Canada”
…All of the arts opportunities that are being provided across our diverse and vast country may truly be the inspiration and paving the way for children… “My daughter gave her teenage friend, a new immigrant from Belarus, a sketchpad, sharpie and pencils for a holiday gift as she loves drawing.
Friday Morning Coffee: Intergenerational Art-Making
Good morning! My fingers are like claws, shaped by the -25°C (with windchill) freeze. I’ve got no right to complain though—as some of you live in Dawson or Nain! I cling to the 49th parallel and am just not prepared in the same way many of you are. Anyhow, the pipes
Friday Morning Coffee: Collaboration
I must admit: I am exhausted. What is it about January? It’s the second week back to work after the holidays and everyone seems to be on a fast train—so much to do, so many meetings and commitments! What happened to that languorous holiday feeling? It’s gone as quickly as specialty holiday
Friday Morning Coffee: From the Office of ArtBridges/ToileDesArts
Happy New Year community arts partners, friends and blog viewers! While I don’t make New Year’s resolutions, I do make commitments to new activities periodically through the year whenever inspiration strikes! Inspiration did indeed strike at a few points last week—even in between bouts of a side-splitting cough (no joke,
With “Love” and “Heart”…it’s all in the name!
photo by inoc Today we’re spreading the love…learn more about these amazing arts organizations making a difference in communities across Canada…and Happy Valentine’s Day! Art from the Heart (Winnipeg) Heart of the City Piano Program (Canada) ArtHeart Community Arts Centre (Toronto) Le Projet LOVE: Vivre sans violence (Québec) LOVE (Leave Out
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