TORONTO’S VISUAL ARTS SCENE

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Over half of artists in Toronto make an annual income of less than $30,000, according to a recent survey. We explore financial and other barriers that local artists face, and unpack why our city lacks the kind of supportive arts ecosystems found in other big cities like Montreal and New York City.

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TORONTO’S VISUAL ARTS SCENE
We report on the barriers that contemporary fine artists face in Toronto, and explore why our city lacks the kind of supportive arts ecosystem found in other big cities like NYC and London.
Check out our interactive database, which breaks down the demographic representation of most Toronto art galleries based on gender, nationality, age, location and more. Plus, watch our short documentary film, which dives into the culture, creativity and community behind local arts and culture hub 401 Richmond.
In partnership with Asian Arts and Culture Trust (AACT), The Green Line exhibited Reimagining Toronto's Art Scene: An Interactive Installation and Survey, a highlight of the 12-hour Nuit Blanche celebration of contemporary art at Urbanspace Gallery.
Nuit Blanche attendees envisioned their ideal version of Toronto's visual arts scene, and identified potential barriers to and solutions for supporting local artists.
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