Whippersnapper 101 Workshops in collaboration with Akin! 

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Tuesdays in April @ 6-8:30 PM ET

Join Whippersnapper for a weekly workshop series for emerging artists, sharing practical skills and ethical frameworks for developing your artistic career with intention, integrity, and sustainability. How can artists navigate the cultural industry as workers, especially those of us without institutional access and resources? How do we collaborate rather than compete with each other? How do we use a screwdriver? How do we go about building the practices and relationships we need to materialize our creative and political visions?

Open to all. Free to attend. 

Presented in collaboration with Akin. 

We encourage participants to attend multiple workshops (101 cohort!) – but this is entirely optional. 

REgister HERE!
 

Tuesday April 7 (on Zoom)
Sustaining Your Arts Practice through Disability Justice 
Facilitated by Harmeet Rehal 

This workshop is a gentle exploratory space to learn how to embody our arts practices in more meaningful, accessible and more community rooted ways, that are informed by Disability Justice culture and tenets. While this workshop welcomes all, including artists new and familiar to disability justice, there will be a specific focus on how to sustain our practice, especially as Disabled or newly Disabled artists.

 

Tuesday April 14 (on Zoom)
Everything's on fire, and I'm chasing invoices!
Facilitated by Sahra Soudi 

A collaborative and practical survival guide for artists and cultural workers working both within and outside of institutions. This workshop invites participants to reflect on the things they’re most impassioned by, and use those values to develop guiding principles for resourcing their practices. Together, we’ll think about how these principles can act as a compass while navigating the challenges, tensions, and possibilities of creative labour.

 

Tuesday April 21 (Remote Gallery)
Reading/Learning/Studying Together
Facilitated by Zoe Imani Sharpe

This workshop looks broadly at how collective study (reading, listening, moving, talking, being in the same room) is crucial for artistic collaboration.

We’ll look at a few recent and historical examples of collaborative practice; including the work of Anna Martine Whitehead, DAWA (Diasporic African Women’s Art), Theory, A Sunday, and others. We’ll reflect on ways to practice collective research, sometimes in spaces not usually deemed “artistic.” What do we want to learn with and from one another? What can emerge, now, from what’s already been done?

Participants will also leave with a set of practical, relational questions to help navigate agreements/contracts, conflict, working styles and communication. Bring your own experiential knowledge and a spirit of generosity.

 

Tuesday April 28 (Remote Gallery)
DIY Basics: How to install your work
Facilitated by Lamis Haggag

This workshop will help you start building the skills you need to get through installing your work in an exhibition space and bring your work to life. We will discuss the role of an installer and how to work together to optimize your install time. We will also be sharing practical tools for visualising your work within a space especially when working with limited institutional access and resources.

 

Access information: Online workshops will be hosted over Zoom - participants will receive a Zoom link the week of the workshop. In-person workshops will be hosted at Remote Gallery. Detailed accessibility information for the space can be found here. Live captioning and ASL interpretation available on request. Please let us know about any additional access needs you have that might support your participation, and we will do our best to coordinate with you! 

If you have further questions about these workshops, or encounter any issues filling out this registration form, please contact Jody Chan at programming@whippersnapper.ca.

 

Remote Gallery, 568 Richmond St W

 

Grant Workshop - Group Session with Peter Kingstone

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GRANT WRITING SESSION with Peter Kingstone
Date: Wednesday, April 8, 6pm - 8pm
Location: Remote Gallery, Gallery A, 568 Richmond St W
Free event — limited spots available

As artists ourselves, we know how challenging grant writing can be. To help, we've invited Peter Kingstone, Akin member and Program Manager at the Toronto Arts Council, to facilitate a group work session specifically focused on the Visual Arts Creation Grant.

 

About the Visual Arts Creation Grant

The Toronto Arts Council Visual Arts Creation Grant supports individual visual artists in the creation of new work, including drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, mixed media, and installation. This grant has a rolling deadline, allowing applicants to apply throughout the year.

For more details and full eligibility, visit the TAC website.

If you haven’t already registered with the Toronto Arts Council, you’ll need to create an account through their grants portal to view and apply for the Visual Arts Creation Grant. You can register and access the application system here. 

Registration is free and only takes a few minutes. Make sure to complete this step early so you can review the grant requirements and start your application.

 

How the Session Works

This is a focused, hands-on session rather than a general information presentation. Participants are asked to prepare an in-progress draft project proposal—the core section of your grant application that describes what you plan to do and why.

To make the session as productive as possible, you must upload your in-progress grant application to the TAC portal at least one day before the session. This gives Peter time to review everyone’s drafts beforehand so he can come prepared with more thoughtful and specific feedback.

During the session, Peter will begin by explaining what makes a strong application for the Visual Arts Creation Grant. The group will then collaboratively read and offer feedback on one another’s drafts in a supportive environment. This is a great opportunity to co-work, ask questions, and strengthen your grant writing in a group setting.

 

Who Should Attend

  • Visual artists applying or planning to apply to the TAC Visual Arts Creation Grant.

  • Artists with or without prior grant writing experience.

  • Those interested in peer collaboration and feedback.

  • Attendance is limited to 12 participants to maintain a productive group size.

register and secure your spot here
 

Accessibility

Remote Gallery is on street level with step-free access and the entrance doors are 37" wide. The doors are automated by a push button system. There is step-free access throughout the gallery space. There are two gender-neutral washrooms both with step-free access. The washroom doors are not automated, the door knobs are round, and the toilets are not raised. For more information about Remote Gallery, click here.

 

About Peter Kingstone

Peter Kingstone is a Toronto-based visual artist and curator, working primarily in video and photography. As an independent artist, Peter’s installation pieces have been shown across Canada and internationally, and he was awarded the Untitled Artist Award in 2005 for his installation The Strange Case of peter K. (1974–2004). Peter holds a degree in Philosophy/Cultural Studies from Trent University in Peterborough and a Master of Fine Art focusing on video and new media from York University in Toronto. Peter has presented at many conferences on storytelling and social engagement. He began in September 2012 as the Acting Visual/Media Arts Program Manager at Toronto Arts Council

Between Breaths, Between Places

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Thank you for coming to the Remote Gallery Winter Art Market!

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Thank you to everyone who joined us on December 7th for the Remote Gallery Winter Art Market & Exhibition.

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Join us at the Remote Gallery Winter Art Market & Exhibition!

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Just in time for the holiday season, we’re excited to invite you to the Remote Gallery Winter Art Market & Exhibition. Come support local artists and grab the perfect handmade gifts for your loved ones. Akin artists from across the city will be selling ceramics, paintings, jewellry, illustrations, crafts and more!

DATE: Sunday December 7, 2025

TIME: 1 - 6pm

LOCATION: Remote Gallery, 568 Richmond St W

Free to attend, everyone welcome!

Featuring 15 Artists and Makers:

Amos Marsters @aquariustheghost

Atelier Cassis @cassisechoes

Beyond Arts www.beyondarts.ca

Pauline Douady @pauline_douady

Eddie Chong

EvanK @evank_paints

I Spin Clay @ispinclay

ink & anchor studio @inkandanchor_

Studios Galuppo @StudiosGaluppo

Katryna Shreyer @katryna35mm

Tai’s Art @jayutai

Leila Refahi @leilarefahi.art

Studio Lü @studio.lu.yyz 

Jessica O’Lear @jessica_olear

Olivier Forgues @olivierforguesart

We can’t wait to see you there. Follow @akinprojects on Instagram for artist highlights and event updates!

Accessibility information: Remote Gallery is located at street level and has a step-free entrance, with step-free access throughout the gallery space and in both gender-neutral washrooms. The entrance doors are 37" wide and operated by a push button system.

The washroom doors are not automated and have round door knobs. Each washroom provides a 5' turning radius, and the toilets are not raised. For more details about accessibility at Remote Gallery click here.

Remote Gallery, 568 Richmond St W

 

Call for Expressions of Interest: Remote Gallery and Event Space Available for Rent

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Interior of Gallery B: bright space with white walls, natural light from left windows, two plinths and perimeter lighting. Logos of Remote Gallery and Akin.

GALLERY B

 

Remote Gallery is accepting expressions of interest for rental of this multi-use space, perfect for:

  • Exhibitions

  • Pop-ups

  • Readings

  • Studio Use

  • Artist Talks

  • Presentations

  • Workshops and more!

 
Interior of Gallery A: daylight from right (windows out of frame); white walls left/back; grey brick wall behind extends to ceiling.

GALLERY A

 

About Remote Gallery

Centrally located in Toronto’s Fashion District (near Richmond St W & Bathurst St), Remote Gallery is an 850 sqft, street level venue with gallery lighting, floor to ceiling windows, polished concrete floors and occupancy for up to 85 guests.

Remote Gallery is an initiative of Akin, an artist-led organization providing artist studios and gallery space since 2008. Remote Gallery is supported by the Toronto Arts Council and provides opportunities for a wide range of creative programming. Learn more about pricing in Remote’s Information Package on the Akin website.

Remote Gallery consists of two separate galleries: Gallery A (450 sqft) and Gallery B (400 sqft), divided by a sliding door. The galleries can be rented individually or together as a combined 850 sqft space.

 
Interior of Gallery A: daylight from left (windows out of frame); right wall with plinth, closed bathroom door, and open door to Gallery B.

GALLERY A

 

Accessibility Features

Remote Gallery is a step free, street level space with two large, single stall, gender neutral bathrooms. Learn more about Remote Gallery’s accessibility details.

 
Interior of Gallery B: 15 black chairs form a circle in center; bright daylight from back-left window near two white plinths.

GALLERY B

 

How to Book Remote Gallery

To view pricing and all additional information please view the Remote Gallery Information Package on the Akin website. Pricing is tiered for non-arts uses, arts uses and Akin member uses. To inquire about rental availability or to book a tour please email gallery@akincollective.com and include a brief description of your idea, the dates you’re considering and any other pertinent information. Akin looks forward to hearing your ideas!

About Akin

Akin is a Toronto-based arts organization that provides creative studio space as well as arts-based programming. Akin’s studios provide a working environment that maintains a friendly and inspiring atmosphere where people can work on creative endeavors and entrepreneurial undertakings of all kinds. We build community through a variety of programming including workshops, open studio events, gallery tours, exhibitions, as well as various other art projects.

Remote Gallery
568 Richmond Street West
Toronto, ON M5V 1Y9
gallery@akincollective.com
www.akincollective.com/remote
Instagram @remotegallery

 

Thank you for coming to the Remote Gallery Art Market & Exhibition!

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Thank you to everyone who joined us on June 7th for the Remote Gallery Art Market & Exhibition. This event marked the recent expansion of Remote Gallery, and it was an opportunity to come together, celebrate the space, and highlight the work of our talented Akin members.

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