Now that we’re deep in the hazy days of summer, there has been time to reflect upon the first half of the year in Toronto – in particular, on the city’s lively social scene. Between functions that fell flat, over-the-top galas that won’t be forgotten and fundraisers that generated important dollars, some events stood out from the rest.
This year’s Gardiner SMASH: Nourish was held on Wed June 26, 2019. It was a splendid evening with new and old faces – young and old – art enthusiast and cultural philanthropists alike joining the night of nourishment at the museum.
On Thursday, May 16, Toronto’s familiar social scene regulars and arts lovers donned their most glamorous fairytale-inspired (and extremely photo-worthy) frocks and hit the stunning Four Seasons Centre for the 15th annual Operanation fundraiser event.
Fashion Art Toronto, a multi-arts event and platform for infinite creativity, opened its doors this Wednesday at ‘Daniels Spectrum’ in Toronto’s emerging east downtown Regent Park neighborhood – beginning 5-days of contemporary art-influenced performances.
Yayoi Kusama’s famed Infinity Mirror concept is going to “survive forever” at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AG0).
Thanks to the David Yuile & Mary Elizabeth Hodgson Fund and over 4,700 #InfinityAGO donors who participated in the AGO’s ambitious crowdfunding campaign, Yayoi Kusama’s anticipated Infinity Mirrored Room – Let’s Survive Forever is now part of the AGO Collection.
Daniel Longo may be colour-blind, but his art is come of the most vibrant you may see as of late. The Toronto-based artist has become known for his captivating work that draws influences from neo-expressionism, Los Angeles street art, and pop culture.