TO DO IN T.O.

Art + Industry  WHERE Church Aperitivo Bar (1090 Queen St W) WHEN April 24, 2013 at 8pm WHAT A monthly networking event geared towards those working in the arts & cultural industries of Toronto, ART+INDUSTRY hopes to create an environment where creative types can come together and discuss ideas, projects and inspirations. This month, check out a performance by Craig Stickland, art by Todd Monk and a special $35 prix fixe menu. “We Want Spring” Party  WHERE Fitztroy Boutique (972 Queen …

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Inspiration XXXVII

A gorgeous shot of Gracie Carroll by Arden Wray for Boots & Pine. While we went to see the real Fleetwood performance, we heard that Dwayne Gretzky‘s version at the Young Lions Music Club hosted performance was equally as awesome (with even more awesome pics from Andrew Williamson!) Happy Birthday Pretty Freedom! Teenage Kicks making new music that we’re looking forward to. Banner photo by Deb Schwedhelm

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Profile: Damn Kids

Damn Kids finds success after taking his music into his own hands. Photography by Thomas Van Der Zaag About two years ago, Stephane Deschenes was set to go to OCAD University for graphic design. But on what would have been his first day, he called the school and told them to cancel everything. He wasn’t going. Although art was a passion of his, he had spent that summer making music and realized that’s what he really needed to be doing. …

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Insta-Faves

A new photo story by @kiraunfun in the latest issue of Go Home Magazine. Photographer Gemma Warren captured by her subject @laurahermiston of Twist this past Sunday during a portrait session for us! A pretty window sill by the equally as pretty @meganbonnell Cool alert! @decadesband will be playing a set at Urban Oufitters (@uotoronto) this Thursday night for their University Night promotion. Stop by to hear some sweet tunes & get deals, if you’re a student! Follow us on …

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To Do In T.O.

A/S/L  WHERE Huntclub WHEN April 16 – 20, 2013 from 12pm – 9pm WHAT This show is a multimedia show that will make you second guess every sentence you type into a search engine. We’ve asked local artists Rose & Joy Broadbent, Alli Melanson, Lindsey Shields, Tyler Sammy/Gavin Whelehan, Amina Moon and Danny Shaddick to create pieces based on the subtle nuances of the Internet. You’re invited to partake in a fully interactive art experience! Expect movable installations, a StalkerBook, audio pieces, …

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Inspiration XXXVI

We love this cute video from Bicyclette created by Siana! It documents their creative Spring campaign that showcases pieces from their varied assortment functioning in many different settings + the campaign launch party! Mike Ellis‘ latest illustration was created for an upcoming issue of CA Magazine! Interior design team, Mason, worked on this newly launched cafe and it is simply stunning. It is a perfect combination of all design elements that we admire! Clean design, inviting layout and quirky little …

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