Toronto is the perfect destination for art enthusiasts this October as three of the nation’s leading contemporary art events come together in one week – the third annual Scotiabank Nuit Blanche on October 4, the Toronto International Art Fair running from October 2-6, and the Sobey Art Award ceremony and exhibition from October 1-13, 2008. Visit the Art Toronto Week website for information on all of these great events and more happening in Toronto during the week of October 1-8, 2008.
Be sure to plan ahead to make the most of the time you have available at Scotiabank Nuit Blanche. In 2007 more than 800,000 revellers were on the streets for this event. For 2008 attendance numbers are expected to reach one million.
If you prefer to avoid the excited crowds and take full advantage of all aspects of Scotiabank Nuit Blanche, head out after the peak hours of 8pm-1am. If you’re an early bird, consider hopping out of bed Sunday morning and enjoying the event as the sun rises (5am-7am).
The following lists of Exhibition Projects have been prepared for those who would like a bit of help planning their night. Many projects are large and interactive, inviting you to get involved. Some are subtle and intimate for those who have time to linger. Several are dark and spooky – certainly not for the faint of heart. Plus, there are plenty of family-friendly projects that are perfect for introducing kids to contemporary art. Rest assured that each Scotiabank Nuit Blanche project will evoke an unforgettable array of emotions that you’ll be talking about for days to come.
It’s impossible to see everything in 12 short hours, so plan ahead. Check out these lists and the full
2008 Programme – then chart a path to your favourite projects.
Whether you like to jump right in and get involved or you’re a voyeur at heart, these Exhibition Projects are for you. Be prepared for line-ups if you arrive during peak hours (8pm – 1am). Participation may be limited, but artists will try to accommodate as many people as possible.
ZONE A
15 Seconds by Daniel Olson
Zombies in Condoland by Jillian McDonald
Stereoscope by Project Blinkenlights
ZONE B
15 Minutes of Fame by Amanta Scott
the common and the tense (a sound ecology) by Byron Kent Wong
r u part of the art? by Farah Yusef and Alex Stephan
ZONE C
Untitled by Shilpa Gupta
I, the world, things life by Jacob Dahlgren
Urban Voice Oscillator by Bruno Billio & Mahan Javadi
Hand picked by Bunch, Toronto’s experts on arts and cultural experiences for families, these art projects are perfect for kids! Be prepared for a million “why” questions after your little ones take it all in.
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Conversation #2 by Tom Bendtsen
Stereoscope by Project Blinkenlights
Into the Blue by Fujiwara Takahiro
Stock Extravaganza by Robert Hengeveld
ZONE C
I Promise It Will Always Be This Way by Jon Sasaki
Urban Voice Oscillator by Bruno Billio & Mahan Javadi
As founder of the Toronto Zombie Walk, Thea Munster knows a few things about dark and eerie experiences. Here’s her list of creepy art projects that will make the hair stand up on the back of your neck. Warning: side effects may include many sleepless nights beyond October 4.
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Zombies in Condoland by Jillian McDonald
Meeky: The World's Strangest Little Boy by Roy Kohn
ZONE B
Horroridor by Kelly Mark
Corvidae Ibidem by Larry McDowell
ZONE C
Purified by Fire by Matthew Suib
Future (• • • - - - • • •) Perfect by Brendan Fernandes
If the mention of open animation data formats, source codes and true HD quality 1920x1080 native resolution makes your heart race with excitement, be sure to check out these projects. Don’t worry if you’re feeling dazed and confused by this techno-babble, you’ll love these projects even if you don’t understand how they were created.
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Stereoscope by Project Blinkenlights
ZONE B
the common and the tense (a sound ecology) by Byron Kent Wong
r u part of the art? by Farah Yusef and Alex Stephan
ZONE C
Untitled by Shilpa Gupta
Urban Voice Oscillator by Bruno Billio & Mahan Javadi
Original Soundtrack by Brian Joseph Davis
XIBALBA by Ulysses Castellanos and Faisal Anwar
Get up close and personal with these projects. They’re a bit smaller in size to allow for a more intimate experience. Be prepared for line-ups if you show up during peak hours (8pm – 1am) and participation may be limited.
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Dream Home by Lyla Rye
House of Leaves by Katherine Lannin
Sound Forest by Tova Kardonne and Christine Duncan
Stock Extravaganza by Robert Hengeveld
Meeky: The World's Strangest Little Boy by Roy Kohn
ZONE B
15 Minutes of Fame by Amanta Scott
Corvidae Ibidem by Larry McDowell
ZONE C
SNIFF, LICK, PINCH, NIBBLE, SWALLOW….. by Noni Kaur
XIBALBA by Ulysses Castellanos and Faisal Anwar
These art projects can accommodate large crowds and offer amazing views from many angles. If you’re travelling in a pack – be sure to add these stops to your route.
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Stereoscope by Project Blinkenlights
Four Sisters by John Armstrong and Paul Collins
Zombies in Condoland by Jillian McDonald
Into the Blue by Fujiwara Takahiro
ZONE B
Commerce Court by Noam Gonick
Business Class by Marisela La Grave
Don Coyote by Matt Masters and Terrance Houle/ and Quixotic by 2boys.tv
ZONE C
EUPHEMISMS FOR THE INTIMATE ENEMY by Ruark Lewis
Future (• • • - - - • • •) Perfect by Brendan Fernandes
SMASH! Droppin' Stuff by The Custodians of Destruction