Professional Development Sessions
Toronto Outdoor Art Fair is pleased to host a series of professional development sessions this year to support the development of art entrepreneurship and business skills for independent artists. Learn more about the Art Encounters Program.
Check out previous professional sessions here with speakers information.
Current Sessions
How Many is Too Many? Prints, Editions & Reproductions
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
How do you find the right balance between scarcity and accessibility when it comes to prints and reproductions of your art? How can you maintain the value of your work without saturating the market or diluting its impact? How many is too many?
As an original art-only fair, TOAF often receives questions about our reproduction policy, edition sizes, and the use of multiples. To generate this valuable conversation, we’ve invited seasoned artists and professionals to share their insights on best practices, including edition limits, types of acceptable reproductions, and more.
We hope to shine a light on these concerns and help artists set clear guidelines. Expect a lively, informative discussion on this hot topic!
Past Sessions
From Studio to Public Spaces — How Artists Venture into Public Art
Making the leap from studio practice to public art can feel daunting for many artists. Transitioning from small-scale works to large public installations requires mastering many layers—design, concept, production, and installation. Often, a lack of experience and access to opportunities makes this leap challenging.
However, programs like TOAF’s Art Nest and the City of Toronto’s Public Art Summer Mentorship Program are actively working to support emerging artists.
Join us for an insightful discussion with expert public art curators who will share how to craft a winning proposal and what they look for during the selection process. Hear directly from artists who took their first steps into public art through Art Nest, as they share their practical tips on everything from material selection and durability to logistics and safety.
In partnership with the City of Toronto.