Artist Features
Enjoy browsing through TOAF’s National, International, and Francophone Spotlights and more. We hope you love this expansion and all these new opportunities as much as we do.
Student Zone
Our buzz-worthy Student Zone is a cultural treasure in the city, with a loyal following. Since its inception in 1960, the Student Zone has sparked the discovery of fresh talents for thousands of art lovers. TOAF is known for hosting many nationally and internationally acclaimed Canadian artists under our iconic white tents in the early years of their careers. TOAF supports launching the careers of the next generation of artists through partnerships with leading art schools and programs in the city including the OCAD U Career Launchers Program.
Art Encounters Artists
An exciting roster of artists and leading arts organizations are participating in this year’s Art Encounters program – TOAF’s dedicated access and outreach program.
View the 2024 Art Encounters roster here.
National Spotlight
Canada is present! Shining the spotlight on artists joining the Fair from every corner of the country.
Unique Québec
Le Bureau du Québec à Toronto is proud to support TOAF for the presentation of more than 30 artists from Québec at Nathan Phillips Square and Exclusively Online. You will discover their amazing work and what makes Québec unique.
Community Booths
Each year artist-run centres, artist collectives and non-profit galleries join TOAF to showcase selections of their members, raise awareness of their mandates and connect with new audiences. Here is a list of communities that will be joining us this year.
StreetARToronto Artists
Toronto Outdoor Art Fair X StreetARToronto (StART) will connect you to some of the city’s best street, mural and graffiti artists. Meet StART participating artists, and enjoy Live Painting and a feature mural photography exhibition at Nathan Phillips Square.
