StreetARToronto Request for Expressions of Interest (REOI)

StreetARToronto (StART) requests Expressions of Interest to expand StART’s awareness of street art creatives who are interested & available to participate in StART projects. Expressions of Interest will assist Advisory Panel members when considering artists and other participants for StART Projects. This is StART’s most accessible Call ever, and offers multiple ways to apply.

Expressions of Interest received by July 2, 2019 at 5pm EST will be reviewed by StART Advisory Committees between July 15 and September 30, 2019. For more information about StART, please visit www.toronto.ca/streetart.

Complete the Request for Expression of Interest here

StreetARToronto (StART) is a suite of innovative programs specifically designed for streets and public spaces. StART programs encourage active transportation (walking and cycling), make Toronto streets more vibrant and safe, showcase local artists, mentor emerging talent, reduce overall infrastructure maintenance costs and create opportunities for positive engagement among residents, business owners and operators, artists, and arts organizations. Individually and collectively StART projects are designed to celebrate the City of Toronto motto "Diversity Our Strength" and foster a greater sense of belonging among all. StART welcomes and actively seeks out partners for initiatives that support program objectives. StART works closely with partnership staff in other City divisions and agencies as well as external partners and collaborators.

For more information or general questions please contact streetart@toronto.ca or visit StART’s website at www.toronto.ca/streetart

Akin St. Clair Mural Unveiling →

Join us this Saturday, September 29th to celebrate the new mural by artist Luvsumone at Akin St. Clair.

When: September 29th, 1-4PM.

Where: Akin St. Clair, 1747 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto.

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MORE ABOUT THE MURAL PROJECT:

As new members to the St. Clair West community, it is clear that this neighbourhood is in the process of changing rapidly. We at Akin believe it’s important that new changes are guided by the existing community. In partnership with StreetARToronto - a program of the City of Toronto, Transportation Services Division, Akin is excited to unveil the new mural by artist Luvsumone.

ARTIST STATEMENT FROM LUVSUMONE:

This work is inspired by the potential of the St. Clair Gardens neighbourhood and it’s residence. Each of the portraits are of children who pass our building every day. The mythical animals and location represent the infinite possibilities of an unknown future and a time of great change. Change that with guidance could mean exciting and unimaginable things for this neighbourhood and it’s residence.

ABOUT THE ARTIST:

Luvsumone’s work reflects his personal experimentation and evolution of what graffiti is to him. The urban phenomenon of "graffiti" has grown and changed so much over the years and Luvsumone is somewhere in the mess. He grew up a purist in the game, so he don’t use tape, stencils, projections, brushes or chalk. Everything is done freehanded on the spot with the spray can. However, being a millennial and growing up with the age of the internet Luvsumone’s style has been influenced by so many other forms of media and artists all over the world. He does his best to break or bend the "rules" of tradition graffiti murals and pushes the boundaries of what graffiti means. Luvsumone believes this is crucial to the development and growth of our culture and future.

The City of Toronto StreetARToronto 2018 Information Session on November 16

StreetARToronto (StART) is a proactive program that aims to support and increase awareness of street art throughout the city. StART's mission is to see Toronto as a 'living work of art’ by creating partnerships (between the City, residents, businesses, and the creative community), reducing graffiti vandalism, encouraging civic discussion about public art, using art to foster place making, and providing funds, materials, and mentorship opportunities.

StART will be holding an Information Session, Photo Exhibit and Workshop Series beginning November 16. If you would like to know more about StART programs including how and when to apply in 2018, please RSVP here: http://bit.ly/2yMOimQ and attend one or more of the following events:

INFO SESSION
November 16, 2017
4pm - 5:30 pm
Pia Bouman School, 6 Noble Street
RSVP (requested but not required): http://bit.ly/2yMOimQ

PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT & NETWORKING
November 16, 2017
6pm -8 pm
Northern Contemporary Gallery, 1266 Queen St W (Across the street from the Info Session – enter off of Noble Street)
Photo exhibit runs from Nov 16 - Nov 24.
RSVP (requested but not required): http://bit.ly/2yMOimQ

WORKSHOPS
All workshops will be held at Northern Contemporary Gallery
1266 Queen St W (entrance is on Noble Street)
Workshop space is limited, RSVP required: http://bit.ly/2yMOimQ

NOV 20
2pm-4pm
Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being: Interpretation of Land and People
With Philip Cote

NOV 21
2pm-4pm
Outside the Box: What Makes a Good Application? Hands on Workshop
With Bareket Kezwer

NOV 22
2pm-4pm
Indigenous Cultural Competency Training
With Michael Etherington

NOV 23
10am – 12 Noon
Working with Communities Through an Equity Lens
With Neighbourhood Arts Network

NOV 24
2pm-4pm
The Art of Persuasion: Working with Property Owners and Scaling Up Your Portfolio
With Artist Jerry Rugg (of Akin Dufferin)

StreetARToronto 2016 Program Information Session

The City of Toronto's StreetARToronto (StART) program is embarking on its 5th year! StART is a proactive program that aims to support, and increase awareness of street art throughout the city. StART's mission is to see Toronto as a 'living work of art' by creating partnerships (between the City, residents, businesses, and the creative community), reducing graffiti vandalism, encouraging civic discussion about public art, using art to foster place making, and providing grants, materials, and mentorship opportunities.

StART will be holding the following 4 information sessions highlighting what to expect for this year's programs (updated guidelines, deadlines, etc.):

Downtown Toronto
Monday, January 18, 2016 from 3:30-6 pm
Location: The Drake Hotel (1150 Queen St West, Toronto, ON M6J 1J3)

Scarborough
Monday, January 25, 2016 from 4-6 pm
Location: Y+ contemporary (1345 Morningside Ave, Unit 15, Toronto ON M1B 5K3)

Etobicoke
Tuesday, January 26, 2016 from 3-5 pm
Location: Arts Etobicoke (4893A Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M9A 1B5)

North York
Wednesday, January 27, 2016 from 3-5 pm
Location: Toronto Centre for the Arts (5040 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M2N 6R8)

If you are an artist or non-profit arts/community organization interested in creating street art projects in the city, this is the time to learn more! Help spread the word and get involved in StART's exciting 2016 opportunities!

Please RSVP to an information session (specifying the session you will be attending) by email to streetart@toronto.ca

More information about StART is available at:
www.toronto.ca/streetart