Call for submissions: AMPLIFIED VOICES
Joining Collective Arts Brewing to select art that represents and amplifies a wide range of voices! Our latest Call for Art is specifically geared toward work dealing with the issues of social justice. We're looking for: protest art, artwork that deals with topics of equity/inequity, art from BIPOC artists, art
RBC Award Portfolio Development Workshop for Newcomer Artists
This workshop will provide newcomer artists writing and editing support for their Artist Statement and other Award application components. In anticipation of the RBC Newcomer Arts Award deadline (September 30, 2020) this interactive virtual workshop facilitated by curator and educator Ashley McKenzie-Barnes will help newcomer artists who are interested in applying to the RBC
New release: Collaboration with Tosho Knife Arts with proceeds going to Afri-Can FoodBasket
Earlier this year we did a collaborative project with Toronto-based artist Dahae Song, Japan-based knife maker Asano Kajiya, Tosho Knife Arts and byMinistry. These limited edition pieces are now available for purchase with all proceeds going to Afri-Can FoodBasket, a food sovereignty initiative that supports members of the African, Caribbean, Black
ARTivism: In Conversation with Shawn Theodore
WATCH: ARTivism: In Conversation with Shawn TheodoreSparking a conversation with Shawn Theodore, we reveal his approach to “afromythology,” his connection to mentor and hip-hop photographer Jamel Shabazz, and his thoughts on representations of Black American life ahead of his virtual exhibition Future Antebellum, coming to Harbourfront Centre online.Moderator: Ashley
ARTivism: Allyship in the Canadian Contemporary Art and Culture Space
WATCH: ARTivism: Allyship in the Canadian Contemporary Art and Culture SpaceLeading BIPOC voices from the Canadian artistic landscape address topics of performance vs. meaningful allyship for BIPOC artists within the entertainment industry, gallery systems and cultural institutions. This candid conversation will consider the failures and the possibilities for systemic
Pride + Activism: Lessons in Love: Part 1
WATCH: Pride + Activism: Lessons in Love Part 1A digital dialogue hosted by Ashley McKenzie-Barnes with six Queer Black Women on the successes and mishaps of relationships. The candid conversation will uncover the makings of a gay marriage between two Caribbean women, the concerns of being a single black
da mic is on.
As the world comes to terms with systemic racism and increasing calls for major change at all levels of society, Harbourfront Centre is proud to present da mic is on, curated and hosted by Trey Anthony @blackgirlinlove and Ashley McKenzie-Barnes @ashleymckenziebarnes. Starting June 30, with Pride + Activism: Lessons in Love Part 1Tuesday,
Left of Centre, a 2-year artist incubator for emerging Black artists—Call for Applications
Left of Centre is a two-year artist incubation project which combines professional development, creative consulting, critical feedback, and seed funding to support the careers of emerging Black artists living within Toronto or the GTA.We know that Black artists are more likely to be self-taught, less likely to receive mentorship or secure significant opportunities