IT CAME FROM THE FORUM: Craft Retreats

jen — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:24:58 +0000

I swear I heard the birds chirping this morning, and despite the slushy snow covering our streets, I can feel the softness of Spring seeping back in to our lives like a dearly missed pal. Spring makes me think of getting out of the city, and I’ve been happy to see a couple of posts about craft retreats cropping up in the forum. What could be better than a weekend (or longer!) of uninterrupted making time, in uninterrupted surroundings?? Something to start thinking about now re: booking time off…

IT CAME FROM THE FORUM: Affordable Artist Space – Aardvark Collective

jen — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 14:56:58 +0000

Affordable artist space can be so hard to find in Toronto’s totally inflated real estate market, so kudos to the Aardvark Collective for taking action to provide an accessible option.

Artist Studio/Non-Profit Activist space for rent
Aardvark Collective is seeking artists, activists, non-profits and any other suitable organizations or groups to rent a large warehouse space. Our aim is to provide affordable, non-profit space for artists and activist organizations.

Regenesis is a social justice and environmental non-profit dedicated to collective economics, activism and the arts. Aardvark’s mission is to
facilitate [...]

STUDIO SPACE: Shared studio at Bloor & Lansdowne

Toronto Craft Alert — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:06:07 +0000

Sara is looking to rent out some studio space:

large studio space for rent, to share between 6 – 8 folks
with kitchen, bathroom (&tub), flat rooftop, high ceilings, south facing
big windows and nice trees
second floor warehouse space above an auto shop.

Where:
perth ave just south of bloor right off the bike path
24 hr access, backyard entrance via sterling ave

When:
available july 1st at reduced rate if you’d like to be a part of the
partitioning/space arranging/studio-fying
or july 15th if you want to move in [...]

STUDIO SPACE: Rentals in the Junction (anytime) & the Distillery (Sept.1, deadline to apply: June 30)

jen — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 16:16:03 +0000

Wise Daughters Craft Market in the heart of the Junction has bright, airy studio space available for artists and crafters during the week. Very conducive to creativity! Daily and weekly rates negotiabe. Email wisedaughters@sympatico.ca

STUDIO SPACE: Private Artist Work Space

rosalyn — Tue, 25 May 2010 14:40:58 +0000

Bright 10 x 12 room on the 2nd floor of a house with big window facing west, wood floors, kettle and mini fridge. Table, shelf, chairs and lamps can be provided. Messy media is fine.

Trinity Bellwoods Park behind house, for breaks etc. Lots of cafes and shops a short walk to Dundas, Queen or Ossington.

$300 Flexible hours, 7 days, 10am to 11pm.
or
$200 for 3 days / per week.

Short [...]

STUDIO SPACE: Shared Studio Warehouse Space – Lansdowne/Bloor

rosalyn — Sun, 16 May 2010 13:47:50 +0000

Shared Studio Warehouse Space – $450 – Lansdowne/Bloor

Artist Studio space for rent:
4200 sq ft warehouse space (Shared use – up to 9 artists)
$450/month all included
Includes:
- Storage space
- 24/7 access
- Use of space for receptions/events

Please contact us for more information:
Email: executivedirector@theregenesisproject.com

STUDIO SPACE: Jewellery Studio Space Available Immediately!

rosalyn — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 12:44:45 +0000

We run a small jewellery studio in the Annex, very conveniently located close to subway, restaurants, etc. 24 hour access to the building.

$185/month with your own bench
$210/month to rent a bench from us.

Tools we have:
- soldering torch & pickle
- tumbler
- industrial polisher/buffer
- hammering stump
- various hammers/other hand tools

we have a friendly, sharing atmosphere in our studio and we are looking for one or two more people to join our creative little group.

please email designers@slashpiledesigns.com to arrange a viewing and for more information.

-Tara [...]

STUDIO SPACE: Work Spaces available at Artscape Distillery Studios

rosalyn — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:59:21 +0000

NOTE: this post has been updated as some of the spaces have been rented

Artscape is currently offering five rental opportunities for artist studio spaces in Artscape Distillery Studios, for as little as $311.39 per month. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to be part of a vibrant creative community.

Work-Only Spaces – 3rd Floor
All studios feature original hardwood floors, 10’ ceilings with open beams, and multiple windows. Each work space is a subdivided portion of a larger, shared studio – individual artist spaces [...]

STUDIO SPACE: For Rent (available May-June)

rosalyn — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 04:31:49 +0000

Looking for a studio space to share?

Here is a description of the studio/location/contact info:

Available May 1st, or June 1st.
604 square feet available + 189 square feet of shared space.
Rent: $873. Includes heat/hydro. Work only.
There is one other craftsperson occupying the other half of this unit.
On the main floor of an arts-oriented building.
Loading dock.
Building is well-maintained.
Located at: 224 Wallace Avenue (Bloor/Lansdowne).
Contact: Donna @ (416) 302-5520, or e-mail: support@eoyseat.com

STUDIO SPACE @ Mariclaro

toronto craft alert — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:08:35 +0000

Offer of studio space to work in an open concept workshop-store for recycling fashion designs on Roncesvalles at Dundas W. The advantage is, that you can expose your work at the same time as making it.

What we offer:

A studio space enough for two people (same business or close friends)
Storage space in the basement
Use of common working space in the basement (cutting table, ect.)
Use of common kitchen
Ability to sell your work in the storefront (75/25 split you/store)
Telephone and High speed Internet
Access: 24/7

Requirements:

Your work should be eco friendly & handmade and complement [...]

STUDIO SPACE: For rent above C1 art space

toronto craft alert — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 23:19:40 +0000

“Make Space”
Studio available above C1 art space.

Located on Ossington in the Queen West Art District

Approx. 250 sq ft. private studio space available, windows, wood floor, internet access, hydro, heat, air conditioning included. Can be shared.

Best suited for artists, craft artisan and/or small business.
Must work with non-toxic materials, no fumes.

$ 450.00/month plus gst

Please email/phone Sandra for inquiries or to make appointment to see space.
info@c1artspace.com
416-538-7999

STUDIO SPACE: The White House has spaces available in Kensington location

toronto craft alert — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 01:34:26 +0000

Folks!

The White House has spaces available in our new Kensington Market location.

We are taking over a 2600 square foot kung-fu studio, because why not? The space has high ceilings, large west-facing windows, central air & heat, wi-fi, and concrete floors. We have shared photocopiers, silkscreen facilities, slop sinks, and lotsa bathrooms. Access is 24/7/365. The new space is in Kensington Market at 275 Augusta – the entire 2nd floor. The landlord even likes our project!

We have a few spots available [...]

STUDIO SPACE: Bright Studio space (available January 1)

rosalyn — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:27:33 +0000

Bright studio space in friendly collective!

Approximately 144 sq feet. Private studio in artist/designer collective. Perfect central location – Queen W and Shaw. Kitchen and bathroom. Lovely creative atmosphere. $350 / month. Available Jan 1st. Call Carolyn at 416-859-3862.

STUDIO SPACE: Kiln/ceramics studio available for rent (no deadline)

toronto craft alert — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:29:12 +0000

Ceramics kiln/studio space available for rent!

The kiln is 4′ x 2 1/2ish. Will fire for you! Also, large, bright, well-equipped studio for use during business hours (other times negotiable). Kiln, slab roller, wheel and more. Reasonable rates. Do you own work, teach classes. Located at Bloor and Lansdowne.

Contact Sharon at (416) 538-5947 or at sharon@sharontiessen.com.

GET SCHOOLED: Summer Art Classes, Studio Spaces & Jobs at Toronto School of Art

jen — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:58:20 +0000

Toronto School of Art
www.tsa-art.ca

Ryoichi Nakamura, a participant in the Independent Summer Residency, at work in his studio.

Register NOW for SUMMER courses:

8 week term: http://www.tsa-art.ca/Courses/Calendar/98

One week Intensives: http://www.tsa-art.ca/Courses/Calendar/94

New this year – Summer 3 day workshops

July 6 – 8, 613 Powdered Graphite and Acrylic Glazes with Brian Burnett
July 13 – 15, 617 Chinese Brush Painting with Norman Choo
July 20 – 22, 618 Colour Mixing with Martha Eleen
July 27 – 29, Life Drawing 2 – Structural Bodies with [...]

STUDIO SPACE: Ceramic studio for rent (available July 1)

toronto craft alert — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 17:41:17 +0000

Ceramic studio available for July 1st . To share with 2 people primarily working in porcelain, equipped with 3 kilns (large oval – digital, medium round – manual, small test – digital). Studio is furnished and includes kitchenette and washroom. BRIGHT! Located at 500 Keele Street (at Dundas W.) $224/month.

If you are looking for a studio, work in white clay and would enjoy working in a calm and harmonious environment within a rich community of artists, designers and craftspeople – or if you know anyone that fits this description, [...]

STUDIO SPACE: Artist Retail Work Space Available For Lease @ Artscape Distillery Studios (available August 1; contact by June 30)

toronto craft alert — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:37:22 +0000

Available August 1, 2009

Ground Floor, 343 useable square feet with Northern exposure

Monthly rent is $799.23 all inclusive

An artist retail/work studio is available to rent in Artscape Distillery Studios’ Case Goods Warehouse, located in the Distillery Historic District. Artscape’s Artist Retail Studios offer a unique opportunity to enterprising visual artists and craftspeople that enjoy interacting with their customers in their workspace. This studio was designed for artists who would like to sell their work from the space they create it in, offering ground floor visibility at an affordable price in the heart [...]

STUDIO SPACE: Artscape Distillery Studios (available July 1; contact by June 5)

toronto craft alert — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:03:38 +0000

Ground Floor, 343 Useable square [...]

STUDIO SPACE: Daily & weekly rentals for photo shoots, film shoots, events and other projects

jen — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:09:40 +0000

Studio 201 is a 650 sq. foot, very affordable studio available for daily and weekly rentals for photo shoots, film shoots, events and other projects. Viewings by appointment 9am-7pm.

Features:

large, open space (400 sq. feet of shooting space) with 15′ ceilings
fully equipped kitchen (contains everything except a stove)
movable make up & hair area
private bathroom
loading dock with an elevator
wireless internet access
movable client meeting area
beautiful hardwood floors
open 24/7
located in Toronto west end studio district
easy access by car or TTC
very close proximity to a photo equipment rental place
lighting photo equipment available upon request at a [...]

STUDIO SPACE: at AKIN Collective

rosalyn — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 11:52:27 +0000

AKIN Collective is a 2000 sq.ft. art studio and event space near the Gladstone Hotel at Queen and Dufferin. We offer three main types of services:

a] Membership to the studio is $100/month and with this comes 24/7 access to the space and its facilities, which include easles, drafting tables, workbenches, silk screening gear and a sewing machine. If you would like a permanent desk or wall and floor space the cost is $150/month, again, for 24/7 access. The studio is also available to non-members who are not [...]

STUDIO SPACE: Walnut Studios (April – August)

rosalyn — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 16:48:54 +0000

12 x 12 ft studio space available at Walnut studios located at King and Bathurst (map)

Open concept studio shared with a great community of artists. High ceilings, lots of natural light, shared kitchen, lounge and patio. $265/month inclusive, also includes internet and additional storage space. Available to sublet April-August with option to renew.

Contact Carolyn at caro@caro-jewellery.com for more information.

STUDIO SPACE: Punchclock Silkscreen Studio Available for Long and Short Term Rentals

becky — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 14:32:22 +0000

Silkscreened Posters by Jesjit Gill

PUNCHCLOCK SILKSCREEN STUDIO IS LOOKING FOR PRINTERS

Punchclock is a fully functional screenprinting shop in downtown Toronto that is looking to find more people to use the equipment and pay rent.

PRICE
Really cheap- anywhere from $100/month to $200, depending on how much you use it, and how much you wanna clean up after yourself.

AMENITIES
We’re fully functional for paper printing and t-shirt printing
-light Table with quartz bulb,
-wash out sink & power washer,
-octopus manual textile press,

STUDIO SPACE: Shared Private Studio on Queen W (available Nov 1)

jen — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 09:23:00 +0000

STUDIO FOR RENT
GREAT SPACE, GREAT PLACE, GREAT PRICE!
Light filled private studio in a space shared with 3 friendly designers.
Queen W at Shaw in fab West Queen West neighbourhood, right on Queen Street car line.

$350 inclusive

Available November 1st.

email: dan.carolyn@sympatico.ca
or call 416-859-3862
ask for Carolyn!

STUDIO SPACE: Artist Retail/Work Studio Space for Lease @ the distillery

jen — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:23:00 +0000

Artist Retail/Work Studio Space for Lease
at Artscape Distillery Studios

Artscape Distillery Studios, 55 Mill St., Case Goods Warehouse
Retail/Work Space – Ground Floor
343 Useable square feet
Southern exposure
monthly rent is $773.87 all inclusive

Available January 1, 2009

STUDIO SPACE/ CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: The Production House

jen — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 03:00:00 +0000

Via Akimbo
CREATIVE STUDIO SPACE FOR RENT
IN TORONTO’S NEW ARTS DISTRICT

CALL FOR SUBMISSION – ART EXHIBITION : PERIPHERAL

The Production House

***$1.00 per square foot (all inclusive)***

The Production House is a new art building development in New Toronto and has been described as “wild” and “definitely needed” by artist Andy Fabo. This exciting new arts building in New Toronto (S. Etobicoke) is receiving a great deal of industry buzz and support. It gives artists access to brilliantly envisioned but [...]

STUDIO SPACE: Methinks studios in Kensington Market

jen — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:45:00 +0000

Check out this opportunity for affordable studio space in the Market:

Methinks is very excited to announce the opening of our new artist-run project space + work studios in Kensington Market. We are looking for open-minded, creative, dedicated individuals to rent shared work studios.

The designated studio spaces vary in size and range in price from $160 – $240.

Studios include:

- 24-hr access
- full bathroom with shower
- a floor sink
- a/c and heating
- a common area for cooking, [...]

STUDIO SPACE: shared space at niagara & tecumseth

jen — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 19:27:00 +0000

Click here to enlarge

ARTIST’S WORK STUDIO

Available for Artist/painter- To Share (700 SQ feet) (NOT LIVE IN)

See photos at http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/off/624560401.html

Rare factory warehouse space in artist/gallery district at 109 Niagara Street at Tecumseth (Bathurst & King), in a large building with other artists.

Share for $377.

Spacious, bright studio with wood floors, ceilings and walls. Includes a slop sink, A/C, frig, microwave, [...]

STUDIO SPACE: 2 studios for rent at queen & shaw

angelune — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 12:58:00 +0000

Come share in the creative buzz!

2 studios for rent in a sunny downtown 4 studio space. Lovely atmosphere shared with 2 clothing designers. Bathroom and kitchen included! Central location at Queen W. and Shaw St., just west of Trinity Bellwoods Park and right on the Queen street car line.

$300 inclusive

contact: Carolyn Murphy
email: dan.carolyn@sympatico.ca
phone: 416-859-3862
available: May 1 (or sooner)

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EXHIBITION & STUDIO SPACE: Happy Housekeeping (until June 1, 2011); Contemporary Textile Studio Co-op Membership for September (deadline: May 31, 2011)

IT CAME FROM THE FORUM: Hamilton Studio Mates Wanted