It’s been busy times, working on our new Spring/ Summer collection for 2009. I really had to clean out my studio! I didn’t want to dump my materials anywhere. I asked around and discovered Arts Junktion. A fabulous resource for materials from several industries for the Toronto School Board. There are contributions from the film industry, fashion, art gallery’s and many more.As I pulled up to the door I was greeted by Eileen Orr, her tile reads ‘ Keeper of the Treasure Cave’, as she guided me on a tour of the vast facility that houses several objects d’art I was thoroughly impressed with her organization of materials. From posters, magazines, huge 15ft plaster pillars and theater costumes from Shaw & Stratford, teachers have access to these objects for their students. Eileen shared several stories of student art exhibits that sounded wonderful. FYI there is also a Junktion for the Peel Board.I was so happy to know that my materials will make there way to another form of art and expression. What about your business? Do you have anything to donate rather than throwing out useful items. Arts Junktion is by appointment, as they also create schedules for teachers to drop in and treasure hunt, they can also make arrangements for pick up if there is a large shipment involved. Keep them in mind next time your cleaning house!

Tags: Art, recycle, Reuse

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