I visited the Angell Gallery recently for the launch of Canadian Art's fall issue. Apparently this…read moreis a new location for it - it used to be on Queen? Anyway, now it's on Ossington just north of Queen. The gallery space is quite nice - one large room and three smaller ones (including a perfect little film-screening space) on two levels. The layout is kind of interesting without being anything exactly special - it's a nice place to wander, and there's lots of wall space - there were probably three or four exhibits going on at the same time without anything feeling crowded. It was completely packed for the opening, and there were definitely bottlenecking problems with that many people trying to circulate (and get at the open bar), but I imagine that under most circumstances that wouldn't be a problem.

This gallery is located a hop, skip, and jump from Queen St. W. on Ossington. If you haven't…read morestopped by, you should check it out. Not that I'm a little biased or anything, but seriously, Jamie Angell always has interesting art on display. And the gallery itself is very spacious, so the work has adequate breathing room around it. If you can, come on an opening night and enjoy the mix of artists, art lovers, and random socialites.

Love the concept of having art work scattered around the whole premises both outdoor and indoor…read more The "art" is all really colourful and lively, and some quite unique. Worth checking them out when you are either dining, having a walk or catching a movie in the premises. A smart and beautiful way to brighten and liven up public spaces!

This is definitely NOT your typical art museum. Instead of housing all the artwork in one building,…read morethe Remington art collection is spread out. There are some at the 169 Enterprise building (where you'll find the Cineplex movie theatre and restaurants like Me Ne Va) the adjoining 179 Enterprise building (wall murals and outdoor sculptures), the underground parking structure which houses photographer Hank O'Neal's work and the Pride of Canada Carousel which is catty corner to both buildings at 8080 Birchmount Rd. The cool thing is that the works of art are available for viewing 24/7 because the 169 building and parking garage houses a Goodlife Fitness which is open 24/7. This also means there are security guards stationed inside to keep an eye on the patrons' safety. Be careful in the parking garage and watch out for cars when looking at the artwork. Make sure to visit the cool touch screen directory in the parking garage near the entrance to the building where the stairs and escalator are. You can find information on the artists and their work here. Also look for the informational signs near each piece. A 3 star experience that can easily be bumped up to 4 stars if you include a meal at one if the restaurants; include a movie and you have yourself a 5 star experience.

Best thing I stumbled on during my free day in Toronto. It's a hive of art, maker spaces, and…read moredesign. There's a cafe on the north end and two retail shops with fun stuff that are the equivalent of museum gift shops. Completely free!

One of my favourite places to visit in the city, always a rotating blend of art to experience,…read moregorgeous building, and has the best location of Dark Horse Espresso in Toronto.

Pretty easy to miss but worth going, it was entirely free to go and the perspective pieces in the…read moreexhibit were really interesting. Was a little awkward being there alone with my two friends but the staff gave us our privacy and made sure we did not go to the private areas (as it was a house that double as a gallery). If you are ever in the area and need to kill some time, I would recommend discovering this place for yourself.

We rang the doorbell and were greeted by a nice man who gave us an introduction about the gallery…read moreand a summarization of the exhibits. The first exhibit was about necessity, and many of the art pieces promoted us to reflect on what we take for granted and the things we need to survive. A collage exhibit was on the next floor and there was a very cozy and comfortable area great for studying or getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The gallery also featured an accessing staircase which was also included many art pieces. Definitely a hidden Jewel in Toronto and is a must see if you are in the area. The man working there is very nice, and will also give you recommendation of other great places to visit in Toronto.

This gallery and collective recently opened, and I visited it for a friends performance art piece…read more The collective states on its facebook, "dedicated to fostering a distinctively Torontonian alternative culture through art, design, music, media, and events." It is actually quite a beautiful space. A massive loft that is turned art gallery, and it seems the only unit in the building with a patio, a pretty massive patio. Although, it is a bit of a maze, walking down a side alley, and several twisty stairs inside [a bit of a fun adventure], it is a fairly decent venue for a show, granted it is in a very dead neighbourhood. You have to travel north to Bloordale, or south to find anything commercial. On the night I was there, Beer was $4, fairly reasonable for a gallery, granted it was Steam Whistle, which isn't my favourite. I'd certainly go back for other shows. 1. Highly recommend as a venue for anything to do with art or otherwise.

A great little clubhouse ...Don Valley Art Club also meets here. There are activities and…read moreworkshops ongoing to give you the chance to explore all types of artistic expression. They have a couple of shows a year as well if you are in the market to sell your works.

Graven Feather is a relatively new addition to Queen St W. I happened upon it by chance when a…read moremodest sandwich board stopped me in my tracks. Graven... feather? Following a short flight of stairs I was led down into a wee little basement gallery. This brightly lit and warm space is serves double-duty as a gallery and studio space. The lovely lasses working there told me they are planning on hosting workshops on screenprinting and lithography. Sounds neat. The gallery, though small, was full of oil paintings. They are presently showcasing the work of Kari Minchin, though they change up the artist frequently. There were also some cool gift-ables, like handmade notebooks, greeting cards, and these truly brilliant screen-printed calendars. When I was there they had just put out a limited edition of the calendars which featured artistic embellishment and accents on each month. Those will probably get snapped up pretty quickly. A very pretty shop. I need to bring my kid sister here. Obligatory Title Pun: CARVE out some time and get DOWN here. Menu Readability: Their guestbook in a graph-paper notebook was a nice touch. Need to mention: Check the calendar on their website for events and workshops. What this place teaches me about myself: Is there an Association of Twee? I'd like to be the treasurer.

My first CMYE! (Stands for "Community Manager Yelp Event"!)…read more This event transported me back to the days of art class! ... and printing presses! I haven't done any "crafty" hands-on artwork since high school! So this was exciting! The studio is this cute quaint haven tucked downstairs at one of the tiny shops along Queen St. West. The venue is an extension of Artscape. We were immediately greeted with warmth and enthusiasm by the instructors, who happen to be local artists; Jessica Bromley Bartram, Pam Lobb, and Erin Candela. The instructors were extremely sweet, friendly and informative about the process, and the use of the presses. Every student there learned quickly, and used the machines it like a pro! Provided for us were textured paper, ribbon, lace, q-tips, popsicle sticks, and paints in the colors of blue, red, and green. I'm sure other colors are available upon request. Then it was time to get dirty! (Oh behave! You know what I mean!) Lessons today were Letter Presses and Monoprints! I was so delighted to see the vintage press machines! We commented on how ODD it felt to create anything hands-on these days! Sigh ... The Letter Press is the use of block letters and characters (think large metal block stencils) to create type on paper. Monoprinting meant creating positive & negative shadows & color to create a pattern. We used fabrics & paints & other scrap materials to etch patterns on an ink medium. I thoroughly enjoyed the light music playing in the background! Nice soothing touch to add to the ambiance! Given the small space, it felt spacious with it's open concept, all-white minimal decor and bright lighting! For such a small space, the maximum group size is 8 people. Any more and there wouldn't be enough room, or time, for everyone to enjoy every station! Cost is typically $25 for a class, materials is extra. Our class tonite was $35 per person, including material. Yay! (NOTE: CASH ONLY) I felt I didn't have enough time, but that just means I was having TOO much fun! I highly recommend letting your inner artist loose here! It's a fabulous way to spend a relaxed and inspired afternoon with the boyfriend, (or in my case, husband), mom, sister, or catching up with an old friend! I'm so happy Toronto has this hidden gem! Awesome job, Vivek S.!!! Now I'm feeling the yelptitude!

The gallery is very cute and gives you a very educated feeling. It showcases various styles…read moreincluding pieces with history. It is a small gallery because it is on a campus without any arts program. The gallery is off to the side of the Glendon manor and leads to a beautiful garden with studying space near the end. Cute spot to check out if you're on campus. Gives you a rustic and elegant feeling.