Exhibitions & Events

Art Toronto 2024

Toronto, Canada, 2024-10-24

Art Toronto celebrates its 25th anniversary with a series of engaging exhibitions and discussions, spotlighting the intersection of culture, art, and technology. A must-see feature is the Focus Exhibition curated by Rhéanne Chartrand, showcasing Indigenous and BIPOC artists exploring the theme of “home” through diverse perspectives. Another highlight, “Re-connecting,” examines how digital platforms have reshaped the art world, with large-scale installations designed to encourage in-person engagement, offering viewers the opportunity to appreciate depth and texture that is often lost in online experiences.

In an interview with Waterfront Magazine, Mia, the director of the fair, discussed how technology has broadened access to art globally, yet underscored the unmatched experience of seeing art in person. Art Toronto continues to lead in promoting Indigenous art, with increasing international recognition.

This year, emerging trends include a growing interest in textile and ceramic works, with collectors embracing these mediums in new ways. Rising artists like Gio Swaby and Braxton Garneau are featured, offering fresh perspectives in contemporary art. As Art Toronto evolves, it remains a key platform for promoting diverse cultural voices and providing both emerging and established artists the opportunity to showcase their work.

At the Bata Shoe Museum booth during Art Toronto’s opening night, the Art/Wear exhibition was showcased, complementing the museum’s ongoing Sneakers and Artists exhibition. This unique display explores the convergence of sneaker culture and contemporary art and emphasizes how sneakers have transcended their utilitarian roots, evolving into dynamic canvases for creative expression that blend fashion, culture, and art.
 

Also on display, the McMichael Canadian Art Collection booth offered a preview of its upcoming exhibition Worlds on Paper: Drawings from Kinngait.  Additionally, the booth featured a recent piece by Alexa Kumiko Hatabaka, created during her summer residency at the historic Tom Thomson Shack. The artwork offers a glimpse into her creative process, rooted in the connection between the artist and the natural landscape that has inspired some of Canada’s most iconic art.