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The Mischievous Meadows of Mayhem, Samira Sukhatme, 2023, Acrylic, Pastels & Thread on Canvas. Material Explorations ofJamie Rosario, Hyewon Jang, Samira Sukhatme We’re highlighting three award recipients from last summer whose distinct practices are inspired by nature and connected by a shared curiosity for […]

Lacing Up, Ken Danby, 1973, Egg tempera, 22 x 32 inches. Continuing a LegacyKen Danby Award for Excellence in Realism Some stories come full circle. In 1961, at TOAF’s very first exhibition, a 21-year-old Ken Danby (1940–2007) received the inaugural Best of Art

Light Corner, Neltje Green, 2023, Acrylic on wood panel.  Meet Neltje GreenAn Artist to Watch Neltje Green was a breakout artist at TOAF this past summer. Her emotional, dreamy interiors, meticulously painted, captured the imagination of visitors, media, and curators alike, drawing us

65 YEARS OF UPLIFTING CANADIAN ARTISTS IN PUBLIC,TORONTO OUTDOOR ART FAIR MARKS CANADA’S LONGEST-RUNNING OUTDOOR ART EVENT TOAF65 returns July 10–12, 2026, to Nathan Phillips Square with $65,000 in awards and the anniversary theme The Elegance of Longevity. Toronto, ON

Redundant Vessel #12, Brad Turner, 2022, Blown glass comprised of 5 components. Celebrating Brad TurnerV Vallières and Hannah Faas Meet this year’s TOAF Awards recipients in Craft & Design. Brad Turner’s glass works are just dreamy, striking a balance between precision and poetry.

I Come Bearing Gifts, Laura Thipphawong, 2024, Oil on canvas.  A Birthday Gift for every TOAF65 Artist $65 for 65 Years Dear Friend of TOAF,   TOAF has always been the place where art-loving becomes art-collecting — joyful, welcoming, and full of discovery.For

Smokey Blue Undula Bowl, Brad Copping, 2024, Hand blown & sculpted hot glass, cold carved. The Beloved Founder’s Award Goes To…Brad Copping The Founder’s Award, announced at the Awards Ceremony, is always filled with warmth, gratitude, and often a few

HMCS IRONSIDE, K MacLean, 2025, Oceanwood, wire, clock parts, vintage hardware & acrylic.  Warm Holiday Wishes What a remarkable year we had together Dear Friend of TOAF, The 64th Toronto Outdoor Art Fair was a year of dreams realized and seeds in full bloom.

HMCS IRONSIDE, K MacLean, 2025, Oceanwood, wire, clock parts, vintage hardware & acrylic.  The World of K MacLeanQuiet, captivating, and deserving of another award K MacLean is no stranger to the TOAF community. His sculptures have been delighting art lovers since

Woven Series Basket, Nadira Narine, 2023, Blown Glass, sandblasted. Celebrating 65 years With $65,000 in Awards Dear Friend of TOAF,  In 1961, Ken Danby received the very first Best of Exhibition Award of $1,000 (over $10,000 today). It was a bold,

This storm is you, Zahra Saleki, 2017, Photography. Sky & Bone curated by Jesse King Sky & Bone: Realities Unbound, is an exhibition featuring more than thirty fine art pieces from the City of Toronto collection alongside works from contemporary

“I am Demure – mindful after a bath,” Anu Kalra, 2024, Acrylics.  Celebrating Artists Nationwide Montreal Award Winner Julia Asimakopulos   We’re still so proud that artists from far and wide, from every corner of Canada, joined us in person and online

Grill House, Toronto, Alex Hall, 2025, Archival inkjet pigment print. A New Wave of Talent at TOAF Alex Hall, Keenan O’Toole and Alicia Tian  This year’s Student Zone was electric once again, buzzing with new perspectives, fresh energy, and the spirit of regeneration that

“I am Demure – mindful after a bath,” Anu Kalra, 2024, Acrylics.  Anu Kalra. She is an icon! She is a legend! She is the moment! We’re thrilled to introduce you to Anu Kalra, whose dazzling piece It’s Selfie Time – She is an

Sisterhood; late conversation, Melika Saeeda, 2025, Acrylic on cavas. Best of Art Fair Goes to… Melika Saeeda Our hearts are still full and warm from the memories we created together during TOAF64. Now, we are ready to share highlights, inspiring