You may recall the beautiful ads on the pages of fashion magazines and on television with models strutting their designer couture wear all made out of Cashmere Bathrooom Tissue? It's hard to believe that this highly successful campaign is celebrating it's 10th year! The White Cashmere Collection … [Read more...]
Ai Weiwei: According to What?
He is passionate about culture, people and cats. He is Ai Weiwei -- the most provocative, contemporary artist not only famous in China but he's also known around the world. His art was catapulted into the eyes of the world with his vision of the stunning Bird's Nest Stadium built as the centre piece … [Read more...]
The art that changed the world.
If you're like me, and sometimes crave a quiet moment to be alone to clear your mind --even for only a couple hours, I often find a great escape is to an art gallery or museum. It's one of my most favourite things to do whether I'm here or away. There's comfort and solitude in these public spaces … [Read more...]
From influential punk rocker to artist
Patti Smith, aka "The Godmother of Punk", descended on the Art Gallery of Ontario yesterday for her first look at the exhibition featuring her photos and memorabilia... Patti Smith: Camera Solo. She also met with arts reporters at an intimate press event to discuss her life and inspirations. The … [Read more...]
What to Do: March Break in Toronto
Yay! It's almost time for March Break! If you're in Toronto, or planning a visit, here are some arts events worth checking out! Comic Book Heroes Series at the TIFF Bell Lightbox March 9 to 24 Celebrate those figures heroic enough to fight crime and injustice wherever it may be, and do it … [Read more...]
Wondering what to do this Family Day? (Toronto edition)
What are your plans for this Family Day weekend? Skiiing? Staying in the city perhaps? Here are some great events worth checking out in Toronto! CARNIVAL at the Royal Ontario Museum February 16, 17 and 18 In celebration of Black History Month join in the festivities and participate in … [Read more...]
One for You, One for Me. Last minute gift ideas.
I thought I was finished my Christmas shopping. At the beginning of December I was pretty confident telling my friends that I had everyone checked off my list. But then it happened. I should have known. Really. Because it happens every year. I get the annual "hey, let's get together" emails and at … [Read more...]
ART TORONTO unveils Rauschenberg’s iconic BMW Art Car
Canada's only modern and contemporary international art fair is happening this weekend! ART TORONTO runs from October 26-29 where art enthusiasts will experience the latest in the art world at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The massive exhibition, that is open to the public, includes more … [Read more...]
Viva La Vida! About Passion, Politics and Painting.
For the first time, masterworks by two renowned and prolific early 20th century artists, Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera are on exhibit together in Canada. Frida & Diego: Passion, Politics and Painting opens this weekend at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO). "Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera were, … [Read more...]
Thursdays just got a little more cultured.
So, you have a night out and want to catch up with friends, date night, or just want time alone. Or maybe you want to woop, woop it up at a bar or "go dancing" as some of my friends say. What do you look to do? There's no shortage of things to do in a big city, that's for sure! This past … [Read more...]