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The story behind the canvas

The why and how of asfc

Art Studio For Children was born both out of a need to find a wonderful place for my artistic daughters to explore their talents combined with a desire to share my own passion for creativity. Since 2002, we have brought the Art Studio experience to more than 6500 families in Toronto, Collingwood, Muskoka and beyond. 

We need to express ourselves artistically in a quiet, contemplative atmosphere, as the world continues to celebrate and promote multi-tasking and hyper-stimulation. 

ASFC provides an opportunity to see ourselves and the world around us in a different way. I love what I do and am grateful everyday to share that passion with all of you.

– Nancy Macdonald, Owner and Founder Art Studio For Children

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Nancy MacDonald at an easel outdoors
ASFC atelier bathroom photo
our values

atelier agreements

  • mutual respect, appreciation and kindness are fostered and reciprocated
  • manners are encouraged and appreciated and, while they are no substitute for substance, they go a long way towards civility
  • we clean up after ourselves and leave spaces as we found them
  • we leave each other better than we found each other
  • we come with an open mind, open heart and growth mindset
  • we welcome the challenge to go from good to great
  • we have fun but there is challenge and work involved

It is my feeling that Art is a subject and a discipline and not a place to hang out and do whatever you want (although I sincerely encourage you to do that on your time!) I am here to share, enlighten and work through a process that I hope will serve you in your life well beyond Art.

"Graceful. Eloquent. Patient. Real. Dynamic. Inspirational. Organized.

We have had the pleasure of having Nancy as a part of the community that has instilled creative thinking and trust with our three children. Her incredible organization, planning and ability to find just the right words, examples and medium to inspire our children to step out of their box and create artistic pieces has provided not only our children but my husband and I with great joy. She is more than an art teacher, she is a trusted person that sees each of our children in a different light and always with patience and grace. Our children always left Nancy with an extra bounce in their step and a smile on their face, but not before showing off their “creative projects” to us with genuine pride. Any child or family, regardless of their artistic ability – because Nancy brings it out in every child. Everyone should have Nancy in their community, she is a gift that you can give your children, and the art that comes back – well, hangs on our walls proudly."
A.B.

FAQ

Since 2002, we have served over 6500 families.

Gather 3 artists and you have a viable class and we take up to 12. Ages 5 and up are welcome and adults up to 90!

We begin with a creative warm up to shake off the day and pull out our inner artist. The project is then introduced and sketches and drafts are undertaken. Once we are all ready to undertake our work on the canvas, we begin. I work on my canvas alongside the students to set everyone up to succeed. We work step by step, often with the studetns teaching each other. Before dismissal we all partake in a quick studio clean up.

I wanted my young children to have more art and creativity in their lives. That was over 20 years ago! I have been grateful that the art school has exploded in popularity and taught and continues to teach me so many lessons, both on the canvas and off.

ASFC is one of my loves! It is a place to for both you and me to grow, nurture and explore. I am grateful to meet and work with new people of all ages doing something that brings joy. My hope is always that a creative life will allow us to feel our power, ability to solve problems and make beauty.

Explore our website or set up a zoom call with me and I will share all we do! We do large canvas projects, school workshops, commissions, camps, birthday parties, paint nights, adult retreats and more. If you have an idea of something you want – reach out. I love to say yes!

Find Us Here

City Studio:

123 Hillsdale Ave W.
Toronto, ON.
M5P 1G6

Farm Studio:

415719 10 Line
Clarksburg, ON
N0H 1J0

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