March Open Studio+

Date and Time
Wed, Mar 26, 2025 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT

Location
BAO Office (3rd Floor)
8 Nelson Street West #301 Brampton, ON L6X 4J2
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Join us for our monthly Brampton Arts Organization Open Studio+ and make the BAO office your studio for the day.

Why +

because it’s more than just an open studio. In addition to creating a space for community to gather, share work and support each other, we will also be hosting skill-building workshops during each Open Studio+.

+ is …

A space to foster creativity and encourage experimentation in an atmosphere of exchange, conversation, and support.

A place to encounter fellow creatives and learn about their work and practice.

A chance to find future collaborators or reconnect with old friends.

A studio to work on your own in-progress pieces and be inspired by someone else’s project.

An opportunity to learn new skills and explore different art practices and tools.

Most importantly, Open Studio+ is FREE to attend and open to all skill levels.

As always, you can bring your own works in progress to Open Studio+. You can use our art supplies and materials to start a new project, take pictures in our Photography Studio, find inspiration in our Community Library, record beats in our Recording Studio and so much more. Drop-in anytime between noon and eight p.m. and make the most of this artistic environment.

Featured Workshop: – Visual Merchandising for Artist Markets (6:00 PM to 8:00 PM)

Learn how to create eye-catching and functional booth displays that attract customers and elevate your presence at artist markets from illustrator and seasoned market vendor Meegan Lim.

Not only will you get practical advice, visual examples, and opportunities to brainstorm ideas for your own market displays but Meegan will also share tips and strategies for:

• Optimizing small spaces for functionality and flow.
• Creating visually appealing displays using composition, color, and storytelling.
• Developing cost-effective setups that look professional and inviting.
• Evaluating and improving your booth design to boost engagement and sales.

Whether you’re a seasoned vendor or preparing for your first market, this workshop will give you the tools to stand out and succeed!

Recording Studio Equipment (12 PM to 6 PM), all in a dedicated space, available to the community for FREE during Open Studio+:

• Launchkey 49 MIDI controller keyboard
• SSL 2+ Desktop 2-in / 4-out USB Audio Interface with MIDI
• 2 Shure SM7B Vocal Dynamic Microphone
• Yamaha HS5 MP Powered Studio Monitors (Pair)
• Shure SRH240A Studio Headphones
• iMac
• Studio One software
• Ableton Live 11 Lite software
• Garage Band software

Photography Studio (12 PM to 6 PM), all in a dedicated space, available to the community for FREE during Open Studio+:

• Canon Rebel T8i with a 18-55mm lens (requires an SD card)
• Canon EOS R50 RF-S18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens Kit (requires an SD card)
• Kaiser Baas Real 1080 60FPS Action Camera (requires a micro SD card)
• Mobifoto Ring Light Creator Kit
• Foldable Photography Studio Light Box
• Canon PIXMA G7020 Wireless MegaTank All-In-One Printer
• Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Wireless Colour All-in-One Printer (requires downloading Epson Smart Panel™ app)
• Green screen
• Tripods

DONATE – Your donation helps us support Brampton artists and expand free programming like this.

Accessibility: If you are a Brampton resident who needs assistance or support to participate, such as an ASL interpreter, please get in touch with us at info@bramptonartsorg.ca as soon as possible (minimum of five days in advance) so that we can make the necessary accommodations.

Transportation: We can provide all-ages Brampton Transit Tickets to Brampton residents free of charge to those who need them for all BAO in-person events. If you would like to pick up a ticket for yourself and others attending with you, please email info@bramptonartsorg.ca prior to the event and we will have them available for you onsite. Tickets work for both Brampton Transit and Züm buses.

Tickets

Workshop Facilitator

Meegan Lim is a Brampton-based illustrator and arts facilitator striving to nurture community growth and healing through visual arts. She holds a Bachelor of Design in Illustration from OCAD University. Her practice spans multiple spaces in the illustration and public art industry. She is best known for her focus on food and culture through her colourful and detailed illustrations, digital paintings, murals, and risograph zines. Her work has been featured in Chatelaine, Eater, and multiple books with Coach House & Orca Books. In addition to her practice, she values collaboration through community-engaged projects and her arts collective, Fuelled By Coffee.