it was nice to see an exclusively Canadian art gallery presence, which didn’t overwhelm viewers with a sense of Canadiana, but the venue and curating can be improved to encourage more nontraditional fair-goers to attend
TIAF is 16 years old, has a good face-lift this year with its new design and continues to offer Toronto a great selection of work to see and to purchase.
SURFACE was not only a chance to reach out to the public, but also for the featured gallerists to get to know each other and to build community in a positive and friendly atmosphere.
Not only were two talented artists showcased but it was the début of the gallery’s new space. It is raw and stripped down, all white walls with wood accents and an exposed ceiling 22 feet high.