Writing on the wall

09/21/2023

The StreetARToronto 'Just Us' Emancipation Day Exhibit is coming to Nuit Blanche! 🎉

Join us for a film screening of "The Writing On The Wall," produced by Reanna Niceforo, Ian Keteku and Phillip Sutherland - featuring words and performances from 5 of Canada's premier spoken word artists.

📍 : Artscape Weston Common (34 John St, Toronto, ON M9N 1J3)
📅: Saturday September 23rd
⏰: 7 PM - 7 AM

Special thanks to curator Adrian Hayles & West Toronto Photography Group (West Toronto Photography Group).

[Image Description: A poster image with a photograph of artist Ian Keteku against a black background. The Poster reads: StreetARToronto 'Just Us' Emancipation Day Exhibit. Artscape Weston Common. 34 John St. Toronto. Nuit Blanche. Saturday, Sept 23rd, 7 PM -7 AM. Below is a description of the project, a series of acknowledgements for the film and logos across the bottom of the poster.]

08/22/2023

Join us at Artscape Weston this Saturday for a captivating morning of art! This is week 3 of our FREE photography workshops and celebration of our indoor and outdoor photography exhibit in Weston.



Throughout the month of August, we are delighted to showcase a diverse range of photographers who will share their experiences of capturing local mural artists alongside their masterpieces for the WTPG Contact instillations. And be sure to explore West Toronto Photography Groups Contact exhibit “If These Walls could Talk” adorning the Metrolinx fencing just outside Artscape Weston.



Immerse yourself in the vivid imagery of the StreetARToronto's "Just Us" exhibit, expertly curated by artist Adrian Hayles. This showcase can be found within the inspiring halls of Artscape, offering you a unique and thought-provoking artistic experience. Exhibit runs from Aug 11th to Sept 25th



Enjoy the short film "The Writing on the Wall" Showcasing words and performances from five of Canada's premier spoken word artists. As well as a short film "Black Water" a time lapsed recording documenting the creation of a watercolour series of the same name. Each piece is a portrait of forward thinking black leaders painted by Adrian Hayles.



While you're here, take the opportunity to connect with the vibrant Weston Community as you leisurely browse the offerings of the Weston Farmers Market, conveniently located just outside Artscape's doors. This is a chance to engage with both art and community, all in one enriching morning at Artscape Weston. Aug 12, 19, and 26th from 10-1pm.



This Week's featured speaker will be photographer German Preito at 11am and Yvonne Stanley is at noon in the Artscape Weston Common theater.

Join us at Artscape Weston this Saturday for a captivating morning of art! This is week 3 of our FREE photography workshops and celebration of our indoor and outdoor photog

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10/03/2022

Thank you to everyone who made it out to see Writing on the wall at Nuit Blanche! We were so glad to see everyone in person!

The Writing on the Wall is a projection installation displayed on the exterior of Toronto heritage building The Mackenzie house for Nuit Blanche 2022.
The Mackenzie house is last home of Toronto’s first mayor, William Lyon Mackenzie. The project features the words and performances of five award winning spoken word artists, Lishai Peel, Britta B, Komi Olaf, Jennifer Alicia Murrin and Ian Keteku.
During Nuit Blanche, words inspired by the life and legacy of Mackenzie will be displayed in animated typography along the Mackenzie House exterior. A large format projection shows each poet reciting poems inspired by the life and works of William Lyon Mackenzie.
The life of Mackenzie serves as a testament to the power of words. As a journalist, a politician, and leader, he focused on making things better for the community around him. He stood up to the government of the time spoke out against and certain injustices.
Spoken word poets use their voice to speak the truth, to uplift their communities and build connection between listeners.
We are at a pivotal moment in human history, the world is fractured and the space between us seems as large as ever. Spoken word poetry is at the forefront of creating awareness and offering a platform to
marginalized and underrepresented voices.
Through this installation, the poets speak to the need and value of raising one’s own voice. Until will open the channels of communication between various demographics, systems of governance and the people they serve, the space between us remains vast.
The poems encourage patrons to look at their own lives and relationships and become inspired to close the gaps between each other.

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