the artist's studio

Stephanie Cormier works in a variety of mediums, often employing found or discarded materials, and resulting in abstract forms. This resourcefulness extends to her environment as well; a main space in her home functions as part living room, part studio and part daughter's playroom/studio.
Hanna Ruminski's charming studio occupies a brightly lit sun room on a quiet tree-lined street in Toronto's west end.
Artist Rita Vindedzis moved (with her husband and son) from the north part of Toronto into a downtown condo. She sets up her studio daily, in their main living room, so she can take advantage of the abundance of natural light.
Late December, I made my way to the heart of Parkdale to visit artists Ania Machudera and Swavek Sienkiewicz in their recently renovated home, which also houses both their studios.
Christopher Hayes is known for his Canadian urban landscapes, which draw inspiration from people and places. His flat sculpture work is a mix of recycled wood, metal, and resin. These contrasts in materials play to the connection between the past and present.