7 Works Up For Grabs at Open Studio’s Virtual Auction
Future Proof 2024 runs May 2 – May 9
By Designlines
Since 1970, Open Studio has offered subsidized studio rent, educational access and free print-based exhibitions to Toronto’s arts community — establishing itself as one of the oldest and largest print studios in Canada. To support its efforts, the centre hosts a virtual auction every year that features a juried selection of prints alongside a collection of contemporary art available for purchase. But in 2024, Future Proof is more than just a charitable auction. It represents the next crucial step in securing Open Studio’s future as the organization approaches its 55th anniversary amidst funding cuts and escalating operational costs.
In anticipation of Future Proof 2024, we’ve rounded up some of the incredible work up for grabs.
Political Fabric, 2022
Artist: Sylvat Aziz
Medium: Image transfer, block print & oil paint
Starting Bid: $213 | Place your bid here!
Whiteout, 2017
Artist: E.J. (Ted) Howorth
Medium: Screenprint
Starting Bid: $275 | Place your bid here!
PFA, 2003
Artist: Eric Glavin
Medium: C-print on pexiglass
Starting Bid: $700 | Place your bid here!
10392, 2023
Artist: Walter Procska
Medium: Screenprint
Starting Bid: $425 | Place your bid here!
The Entheogenic Dance, 2024
Artist: Kelby Paquette-Anderson
Medium: CMYK Screenprint
Starting Bid: $225 | Place your bid here!
Snapshot
Artist: Kudluajuk Ashoona
Medium: Lithograph
Starting Bid: $200 | Place your bid here!
Magnetica, 2018
Artist: Jaime Angelopoulos
Medium: Screenprint
Starting Bid: $1,300 | Place your bid here!
More Details
What to Expect at Future Proof 2024:
- Virtual Auction Dates: From May 2nd to May 9th, 2024, art enthusiasts can participate in this online event.
- Prints and Contemporary Art: The auction will feature a juried selection of prints alongside a curated collection of contemporary art by Toronto-based artists who wholeheartedly support Open Studio.
- Awards and Sponsors: Notable awards, including the $1,000 Best in Print Award sponsored by Assurart, await deserving artists. Other prizes include a deluxe room stay at Hotel Victoria, gift certificates, and more.
- Supporting the Future of Print: By bidding on artworks, participants of Future Proof 2024 contribute to Open Studio’s mission of making printmaking accessible to artists from diverse backgrounds. Their generosity ensures that printmaking endures for generations to come.
