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ART & PHOTOGRAPHY
FIGHT CLUB
FIGHT CLUB showcases a dynamic collaboration from Canadian talents Kelly Ann Panagakos, Alexis Monet, Raphaël Gagnon, and Sebastian Kent. Drawing inspiration from David Fincher’s iconic 1999 film Fight Club, the editorial delves into the complexities of masculinity, rebellion, and the search for identity in contemporary culture.
AI Fashion: When Machines Dream, Do They Dream of Couture?
In the midst of an influx of AI visuality, we dream in a digital utopia, a liminal space of possibility. Envisioning alternate realities and machinic dreams of AI Fashion, new media artist Cody Rooney asks, When Machines Dream, Do They Dream of Couture?
Kelly Jacob’s Notching
Notching delves into the perpetual drive to move forward, capturing the restless motion of our deepest desires while embracing the inner tension it creates.
The Kids Will Be Fine
A captivating portrait study spotlighting the emerging talents shaping Toronto’s creative landscape, both on and off the set. This series explores the dynamic interplay between models and the behind-the-scenes production crews, capturing the essence of individuality and collaboration.
Huney Studios Dares to Dream
Toronto-based wunderkind Hani Pathan is a Jack of all trades. Known formally as her artist name— Huney Studios, the multi-talent expands an oeuvre across a myriad of mediums, exploring different genres and media, ultimately representing a steadfast belief that art is not simply a “one all, be all” approach.
Electric: A Celebration of Womanhood
Electric: A Celebration of Womanhood champions the empowerment of black women through the rise of icons. In the vein of Rihanna, Beyonce, Naomi Campbell, Megan Thee Stallion and more, Electric honours women of colour who have paved the way in media, eschewing representations of black women as “aggressive” “strong” and “intimidating”; instead showcasing their creativity, personal style, and entrepreneurship.
Galerie Galerie Presents CHAUD MAINTENANT
Galerie Galerie is an online platform which aims to disseminate contemporary web art. They will be launching their fourth rendition of their showcase CHAUD MAINTENANT (Hot Right Now) on September 1st, 2022.
Seeing Loud: Basquiat’s Musical Muses
In the early 1980s, while his career was at its peak, New York City-based artist Jean-Michel Basquiat enjoyed a certain level of fame.
Meriem Bennani’s Life on the CAPS at the Power Plant
Two motion picture pieces by Meriem Bennani, a Moroccan-born New Yorker, are on display at the Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery as part of the Wavelengths section of the Toronto International Film Festival.