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Past Exhibits

Colour Palette

Colour Palette is a collection of works that explore many mediums of storytelling. These mediums reveal the varied histories of each artist, from birth, to pain, to joy, to self-discovery, to death, and beyond. See, hear, acknowledge, and share in these stories. Immerse yourself in the narratives of these Black artists; hear them, see them; feel them, be part of their story!

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The Commons: Public Space, Public Art

When imagining future public spaces, cities and homes, these artists offer reflections of current concerns and issues. They reconsider what is needed for communities and spaces to not only just subsist but to thrive.

In partnership with DesignTO Youth, a program offering young artists access to creative disciplines and professionals, SKETCH artists participated in a 6 week residency that culminated in an exhibition at DesignTO’s annual festival. In this residency, they focused on imagining ideal futures for public space, cities and homes using their distinct observations, critical thinking and creativity.

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Art in Pandemic

SKETCH artists share their artistic practice and process in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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#MusicMonday

#MusicMonday, a curated hashtag playlist to highlight the amazing music coming out of the SKETCH Music program. Featuring both current SKETCH musicians, artists and alumni.

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FRVR

A multi-disciplinary arts phenomenon moving through the street and on your screens with paintings, music, fashion, video, performance & surprises. Brought to you by the Colide-a-Scope Collective & SKETCH Working Arts.

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SKETCH COMMUNITY UPDATE (as of August 30, 2024)

For over 27 years, SKETCH Working Arts has been committed to fostering a safe and inspiring space where young people can explore their creativity, develop their skills, and find their voice.

We Need Your Help to Reset SKETCH for the Future

SKETCH is at a critical juncture. We are facing significant financial challenges that have led us to make difficult but necessary decisions, including reducing our operations and staff.

We are now partnering with community artists who will be in the space soon to open the doors to the SKETCH community! Stay tuned to our social media for announcements on upcoming sessions and further updates. Be sure to follow us @sketchtoronto.

Your Support is Vital

$500,000 to stabilize SKETCH and reset the organization so that we can be even more intentional about providing opportunities to those who need them most. Your donation will directly support our restructuring efforts, enabling SKETCH to fairly compensate terminated staff, pay artist fees for fall programs, and cover operating expenses, ensuring we can keep our doors open.

Visit our website at www.sketch.ca/donate/ to make a one-time or recurring donation. Gifts of $100, $50 or even $20 can make a real difference and will receive a tax receipt.

Together, we can reset SKETCH Working Arts for a future where we continue to empower young people through the arts, with a renewed commitment to sustainability and impact.

Thank you for your unwavering support.

Sincerely,
Board of Directors
SKETCH Working Arts

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