TALK: Spark Box Studio
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Online - Zoom
Join the webinar using this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85709279927
Passcode: NUa7Qc
or visit the ‘Printmaking at NSCAD’ Brightspace page
SPARK BOX STUDIO BIO
Thirteen years ago Chrissy Poitras and Kyle Topping opened Spark Box Studio, a social enterprise, artist residency and community printmaking studio; committed to addressing cultural and social needs by fostering, supporting and promoting individuals working in the arts.
They created a practice rooted in resource sharing and collaborative exchange. They built a safe, nurturing environment that has hosted over 450 artists from around the world and brought together hundreds of community members to expand their understanding of creativity and professional practice.
Since the pandemic they have been re-envisioning their creative practice and learning how to nurture the shared sense of place virtually that was created in their studio and residency. They have been doing so through a variety of online programs: Artist Confessional, Flat Files, The Art Discourse and Love Letters. All of these video series open up the doors of their studio to the public, encourage collaborative exchange and build connections with artists in their community.
Beyond this the two are practicing artists working in painting, printmaking and public art installations. They are highly involved in their artistic community and have built a career that is rooted in creation, community and public outreach.
sparkboxstudio.com | @sparkboxstudio