Is there a good support system for artists and creative people?
Like New Yorkers, Torontonians are passionate about their city and their identity within it. It’s a city of contrast and diversity. With so many perspectives comes a tolerance and an excitement for new ideas, which is so key to any art scene’s development. I feel very lucky to be living here in the midst of it. The support system is certainly here, at least among creative people who want to help showcase work and create networks for young, developing artists. How is Toronto different from other cities? The city is still relatively young, and because many of its residents are immigrants, you have an amazing optimism and entrepreneurial attitude infused with acceptance and tolerance. There’s so many cultures coming together here. Toronto also has a rad music scene, some amazing and ridiculously cheap vintage clothing, and a ton of great art galleries! Your work reminds me of how creative we all are as children. Is that something you never lost? How are you able to keep that imagination a
