Open Studio

About Open Studio

Open Studio is an artist-run centre dedicated to contemporary print, located in downtown Toronto on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabe, the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Huron-Wendat, and the Chippewa, which is home to many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.

As a non-profit, charitable organization, Open Studio offers accessible, inclusive, and affordable printmaking facilities, programs, and services for artists and the public across Canada and beyond. We support artists in the creation and exhibition of contemporary print within a safe, open-minded, and collaborative environment. Our vision is to champion print as an essential, dynamic, and relevant aspect of contemporary culture and creative thought.

Services and Experiences:

• Public Access: Galleries, exhibitions, and a print shop open to visitors.
• Facility Rentals: Accessible space for printmakers and artists exploring contemporary print media.
• Education Programs: Workshops and classes for beginners and advanced print practitioners.
• Artist Residencies: Opportunities for artists to develop their practice.
• Tours and Demos: Guided experiences for groups and individuals.

For more information, visit openstudio.ca.

Explore our e-commerce store for print sales and education programs at openstudioshop.ca.

Open Studio’s Upcoming Events

Holiday Print Sale & Shop

Open Studio, Suite 104 November 28, 2024 to December 21, 2024
Opening night: 5pm-8pm
Print demo: 6pm-7pm

FREE event! Mark your calendars! Join us for Open Studio’s Holiday Print Sale & Shop! Experience a live screenprinting demo by the artist Arwen Giel at 6pm in our main gallery, and browse a selection of handprinted items, including greeting cards, tea towels, totes, and original print artworks. This is a perfect chance to complete your holiday shopping in style and find one-of-a-kind gifts! This event is part of 401 Richmond’s Holiday Open House, where the arts and culture hub opens …

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