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Empowering Creatives & Entrepreneurs

OPEN. is a connected community of diverse creatives who are provided access to industry experts, mentors and pathways to new opportunities in the Durham Region.

We currently host events, workshops and provide resources to empower those building their career in music, film &

creative entrepreneurship.

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👁️ 👁️ 👁️ @remiiithedragon 🔥🔥🐉

Continues to showcase his growth & love for his craft each SESSIONS. Punchlines and creative wordplay with our live house band, make these performances something special to watch in person.

Join REMIII and the others April 6 for the next SESSIONS.

Continue to check out our YouTube channel @ThatOpenSpace for full performances.
(This was 1/2 of REMIII’s performance)

Special S/O to our DJ & Band for setting the tone
@djredz416 🎧
@jay_on_keyz 🎹
@thejono 🎸
@lukeskyemusic 🎸
@jon.a.may 🎷
@chefarchh 🥁

#accessgranted #durhamregion #ajax #pickering #music #film #photography #creatives #nonprofitorganization

👁️ 👁️ 👁️ @remiiithedragon 🔥🔥🐉

Continues to showcase his growth & love for his craft each SESSIONS. Punchlines and creative wordplay with our live house band, make these performances something special to watch in person.

Join REMIII and the others April 6 for the next SESSIONS.

Continue to check out our YouTube channel @ThatOpenSpace for full performances.
(This was 1/2 of REMIII’s performance)

Special S/O to our DJ & Band for setting the tone
@djredz416 🎧
@jay_on_keyz 🎹
@thejono 🎸
@lukeskyemusic 🎸
@jon.a.may 🎷
@chefarchh 🥁

#accessgranted #durhamregion #ajax #pickering #music #film #photography #creatives #nonprofitorganization

No rehearsals. Just the band and a vibe. 🔥🔥
Watch @themuthoni perform her unreleased song titled
-I CHOOSE YOU-

Go to our YouTube @ThatOpenSpace to see more performances from SESSIONS.

S/O to our band & DJ 🔥
SESSIONS is a platform for local musicians like no other!
#durhamregion #accessgranted #ajax #pickering #music #nonprofit #film #photography

No rehearsals. Just the band and a vibe. 🔥🔥
Watch @themuthoni perform her unreleased song titled
-I CHOOSE YOU-

Go to our YouTube @ThatOpenSpace to see more performances from SESSIONS.

S/O to our band & DJ 🔥
SESSIONS is a platform for local musicians like no other!
#durhamregion #accessgranted #ajax #pickering #music #nonprofit #film #photography

SESSIONS
Curating the next generation of sound.

Join us April 6 .
We believe in the talent, now we help water the seed.
RSVP for Free entry to our SESSIONS. The creative community is a force to be reckoned with in Durham Region.

Live Band // DJ // Ambiance // Great Food
OPEN. presents SESSIONS

SESSIONS
Curating the next generation of sound.

Join us April 6 .
We believe in the talent, now we help water the seed.
RSVP for Free entry to our SESSIONS. The creative community is a force to be reckoned with in Durham Region.

Live Band // DJ // Ambiance // Great Food
OPEN. presents SESSIONS

SESSIONS is back this SUNDAY March 9 !!
RSVP ASAP … Link in the Bio

The talent level is going up 🚀

Live Band // Music // Performances // Ambiance // GoodFood // Great Vibes // Meet us @seasaltseafoodcafe

Sunday for 8PM

SESSIONS is back this SUNDAY March 9 !!
RSVP ASAP … Link in the Bio

The talent level is going up 🚀

Live Band // Music // Performances // Ambiance // GoodFood // Great Vibes // Meet us @seasaltseafoodcafe

Sunday for 8PM

ON THIS DAY in 2020, we showed our vision to the community and made it clear. The creatives here can embrace their region via OPEN., through our events, workshops, and programming.

Listen to the words…
…Persistence & bravery is key ! - @laknaedirisinghe_
…if you don’t have that love for what you do Or passion, it’s a waste of time. - @boi1da

Continue to follow us on our journey as we provide the springboard for all creatives in Durham Region. 🫡

#durhamregion #townofajax #cityofpickering #investdurham #music #film #Photography #oshawa #whitby #nonprofit #accessgranted

ON THIS DAY in 2020, we showed our vision to the community and made it clear. The creatives here can embrace their region via OPEN., through our events, workshops, and programming.

Listen to the words…
…Persistence & bravery is key ! - @laknaedirisinghe_
…if you don’t have that love for what you do Or passion, it’s a waste of time. - @boi1da

Continue to follow us on our journey as we provide the springboard for all creatives in Durham Region. 🫡

#durhamregion #townofajax #cityofpickering #investdurham #music #film #Photography #oshawa #whitby #nonprofit #accessgranted

KRIS GOSLIN performs MISTAKE @ SESSIONS

This is a platform for musicians to sharpen their craft, network and build. We knew talent is here in Durham Region but we are pleasantly surprised each time we host SESSIONS.

SALUTE to all the performs, it takes guts to get up and do this, without rehearsals, just the love of music.

Come out and support your local artists’ @ SESSIONS

Support @krisgoslin MISTAKE avail on all platforms 🔥

KRIS GOSLIN performs MISTAKE @ SESSIONS

This is a platform for musicians to sharpen their craft, network and build. We knew talent is here in Durham Region but we are pleasantly surprised each time we host SESSIONS.

SALUTE to all the performs, it takes guts to get up and do this, without rehearsals, just the love of music.

Come out and support your local artists’ @ SESSIONS

Support @krisgoslin MISTAKE avail on all platforms 🔥

SESSIONS returns March 2 @ 8PM

If you been to any of the previous SESSIONS you can agree there is TALENT here in Durham Region. Join us as we help curate upcoming local musical artist to further their reach and artistry.

OPEN. is the platform for all creatives in Durham Region !

DJ // Live Band // GoodVibes
RSVP @ thatopenspace.com/events

SESSIONS returns March 2 @ 8PM

If you been to any of the previous SESSIONS you can agree there is TALENT here in Durham Region. Join us as we help curate upcoming local musical artist to further their reach and artistry.

OPEN. is the platform for all creatives in Durham Region !

DJ // Live Band // GoodVibes
RSVP @ thatopenspace.com/events

Thank You @townofajax for awarding OPEN. with the 2024 Arts & Culture Award. This feels GOOD !

We want everyone to understand, we came in this BELIEVING we can create change for the creative community in the EAST END (Durham Region). In 2019, we sat at a table and brainstormed ideas and OPEN. Innovate Creative Arts Incubator of Durham Region was born.

We have hosted numerous events, workshops, and programming for our community with the goal to one day have our own space. A safe space to house music, film, photography and community entrepreneurship. We have a lot more work to do - None of this would be possible without the support of our local community.

SALUTE to everyone in our network that believed in us and our vision. Our Board of Directors, our family for allowing us to push this vision into reality, and our community members that came from all corners to help us behind the scenes (locations, prep, editing, lighting, sound, etc).

Oh yea … salute to us @maryamumnuh @nicoletchin @runway416 We did that 🏅!

Thank You @townofajax for awarding OPEN. with the 2024 Arts & Culture Award. This feels GOOD !

We want everyone to understand, we came in this BELIEVING we can create change for the creative community in the EAST END (Durham Region). In 2019, we sat at a table and brainstormed ideas and OPEN. Innovate Creative Arts Incubator of Durham Region was born.

We have hosted numerous events, workshops, and programming for our community with the goal to one day have our own space. A safe space to house music, film, photography and community entrepreneurship. We have a lot more work to do - None of this would be possible without the support of our local community.

SALUTE to everyone in our network that believed in us and our vision. Our Board of Directors, our family for allowing us to push this vision into reality, and our community members that came from all corners to help us behind the scenes (locations, prep, editing, lighting, sound, etc).

Oh yea … salute to us @maryamumnuh @nicoletchin @runway416 We did that 🏅!

Behind the Scenes
SESSIONS 🔥🎉

Behind the Scenes
SESSIONS 🔥🎉

“…I’m at a point now, where I can hear a pin.
Dropped in the middle of the ocean that we’re in.
All surrounded by sin.
Odds stacked against me,
But I’m still gonna win.
Ok Ok … I like that !”

@remiiithedragon
🔥🐉🔥

Talent lives in the East ! Check out our OPEN. SESSIONS to see Remiii and others hit the stage.

Full Performance of @remiiithedragon on our YouTube
https://youtu.be/pfsA0lvj1us?si=sKaUPIj4hqjay0vw
SEARCH - @thatopenspace

“…I’m at a point now, where I can hear a pin.
Dropped in the middle of the ocean that we’re in.
All surrounded by sin.
Odds stacked against me,
But I’m still gonna win.
Ok Ok … I like that !”

@remiiithedragon
🔥🐉🔥

Talent lives in the East ! Check out our OPEN. SESSIONS to see Remiii and others hit the stage.

Full Performance of @remiiithedragon on our YouTube
https://youtu.be/pfsA0lvj1us?si=sKaUPIj4hqjay0vw
SEARCH - @thatopenspace

🔥🔥🔥👨🏿‍🚀🐴🔥🔥🔥
@mkaiwrnr - MYSELF

Creators Create !
Check out the song & visuals from MKAI WRNR

We are proud of MKAI, who spoke of his passion for the creative arts scene at our very 1st town hall in 2019. He attended our Photography Workshops, Film Industry programming and has blessed the stage at our OPEN.session music nights.

Btw MKAI - wrote the song, paid the actor’s (pony included), found the location, filmed and edited himself, and came out with this product. WELL DONE & Keep Going 🚀 !

Continue to work hard towards your goals. 🎖️

#AccessGranted #OPENinnovate #CreativeArtsIncubator #DurhamRegion #Music #Film #Photography #OPENsessionsMusic

🔥🔥🔥👨🏿‍🚀🐴🔥🔥🔥
@mkaiwrnr - MYSELF

Creators Create !
Check out the song & visuals from MKAI WRNR

We are proud of MKAI, who spoke of his passion for the creative arts scene at our very 1st town hall in 2019. He attended our Photography Workshops, Film Industry programming and has blessed the stage at our OPEN.session music nights.

Btw MKAI - wrote the song, paid the actor’s (pony included), found the location, filmed and edited himself, and came out with this product. WELL DONE & Keep Going 🚀 !

Continue to work hard towards your goals. 🎖️

#AccessGranted #OPENinnovate #CreativeArtsIncubator #DurhamRegion #Music #Film #Photography #OPENsessionsMusic

You can’t knock their hustle !
SESSIONS returns December 1, 8PM
Take the opportunity to come out and support local artist as OPEN. continues to build out the creative community in Durham Region. You don’t wanna miss !

This is our 5th instalment of SESSIONS and so far we have been blessed with Award-Winning musicians and producers in the building, helping curate the vibes. The atmosphere and vibes menu by @seasaltseafoodcafe makes this THE BEST evening outside for music lovers.

Live Band // DJ // Live Recording // Good Vibes !!

Free RSVP ~ link in bio
Performers ~ Send music to info@thatopenspace.com

You can’t knock their hustle !
SESSIONS returns December 1, 8PM
Take the opportunity to come out and support local artist as OPEN. continues to build out the creative community in Durham Region. You don’t wanna miss !

This is our 5th instalment of SESSIONS and so far we have been blessed with Award-Winning musicians and producers in the building, helping curate the vibes. The atmosphere and vibes menu by @seasaltseafoodcafe makes this THE BEST evening outside for music lovers.

Live Band // DJ // Live Recording // Good Vibes !!

Free RSVP ~ link in bio
Performers ~ Send music to info@thatopenspace.com

The proof is in the pudding 😉
Salute to all the artist that touched the OPEN. Sessions stage. This is the platform to perfect your craft, sharpen your skill set, and network alongside other talented artist. It’s not easy to get up there but you did it !

We also got the privilege to witness multiple JUNO Award Winner @kirkdiamond walk on and give a performance to remember 🫡

Special Shout Out to our Band & DJ
@thejono @jay_on_keyz @chefarchh @jon.a.may @djkooliehi for keeping the vibes just right !
@like.lasagna with the 🔥📸

Next Sessions is Dec. 1, 2024 @seasaltseafoodcafe
🔥

The proof is in the pudding 😉
Salute to all the artist that touched the OPEN. Sessions stage. This is the platform to perfect your craft, sharpen your skill set, and network alongside other talented artist. It’s not easy to get up there but you did it !

We also got the privilege to witness multiple JUNO Award Winner @kirkdiamond walk on and give a performance to remember 🫡

Special Shout Out to our Band & DJ
@thejono @jay_on_keyz @chefarchh @jon.a.may @djkooliehi for keeping the vibes just right !
@like.lasagna with the 🔥📸

Next Sessions is Dec. 1, 2024 @seasaltseafoodcafe
🔥

Oct 27 @ 8PM
Free RSVP in bio.

Artist send us your name & music ASAP, if interested in performing at this event.

Oct 27 @ 8PM
Free RSVP in bio.

Artist send us your name & music ASAP, if interested in performing at this event.

10/27/24 - Run it back ! Pull up !
We knew creating this platform that talent would shine.

We had no idea this would blossom into people from the community asking where do they find the music of our local talent. Come out and meet the artist as we allow them to sharpen their craft.

ARTIST’ send us your music IN ADVANCE so our Live band & DJ are ready for you.

The vibes are always just right thanks to @seasaltseafoodcafe ! 🤤

FREE RSVP link in bio

10/27/24 - Run it back ! Pull up !
We knew creating this platform that talent would shine.

We had no idea this would blossom into people from the community asking where do they find the music of our local talent. Come out and meet the artist as we allow them to sharpen their craft.

ARTIST’ send us your music IN ADVANCE so our Live band & DJ are ready for you.

The vibes are always just right thanks to @seasaltseafoodcafe ! 🤤

FREE RSVP link in bio

👀 … We knew the talent here just needed a platform.
Check out our *New* YOUTUBE page to see some of the talent from SESSIONS’ - Support the Creatives !

Next Sessions: September 29 @ 8pm
Location: @seasaltseafoodcafe
Free RSVP: Link in Bio

Special Salute to our OPEN. Host, Band & DJ
@krystalvoice
@thejono
@jay_on_keyz
@marcus.jereza
@djkooliehi

YOUTUBE search : @thatopenspace
Please #Like #Share #Subscribe

👀 … We knew the talent here just needed a platform.
Check out our *New* YOUTUBE page to see some of the talent from SESSIONS’ - Support the Creatives !

Next Sessions: September 29 @ 8pm
Location: @seasaltseafoodcafe
Free RSVP: Link in Bio

Special Salute to our OPEN. Host, Band & DJ
@krystalvoice
@thejono
@jay_on_keyz
@marcus.jereza
@djkooliehi

YOUTUBE search : @thatopenspace
Please #Like #Share #Subscribe

To fail, is to never try !
OPEN.sessions September 29 @ 8PM

Join us and witness our local talent take stage, accompanied by our DJ and Live Band. If you’ve been to the first couple Sessions, you know Talent lives in the east. Plus the vibes & menu @seasaltseafoodcafe NEVER disappoints. Free RSVP in bio.

Artist interested in performing - please RSVP and send your music to our email info@thatopenspace.com

#OPENsessions #AccessGranted #DurhamRegion #OPENinnovate #Music #LiveMusic #Ajax #Pickering #Whitby #Oshawa #CreativeArts #LivePerformance #LocalTalent #LiveBand

To fail, is to never try !
OPEN.sessions September 29 @ 8PM

Join us and witness our local talent take stage, accompanied by our DJ and Live Band. If you’ve been to the first couple Sessions, you know Talent lives in the east. Plus the vibes & menu @seasaltseafoodcafe NEVER disappoints. Free RSVP in bio.

Artist interested in performing - please RSVP and send your music to our email info@thatopenspace.com

#OPENsessions #AccessGranted #DurhamRegion #OPENinnovate #Music #LiveMusic #Ajax #Pickering #Whitby #Oshawa #CreativeArts #LivePerformance #LocalTalent #LiveBand

Do you remember when @directedbyrt told us,
you need to put in 10,000 hours in your craft to become a master?
Well, he ain’t lying … his film @40acresthemovie just premiered Opening Weekend @ TIFF !
Congratulations RT & your Team/Cast/Crew 🏆🔥

Do you remember when @directedbyrt told us,
you need to put in 10,000 hours in your craft to become a master?
Well, he ain’t lying … his film @40acresthemovie just premiered Opening Weekend @ TIFF !
Congratulations RT & your Team/Cast/Crew 🏆🔥

We will create the platform, you just believe in yourself.

OPEN.innovate Creative Arts Incubator of Durham Region . The springboard for creatives in the East !

#Music #Film #Photography #ContentCreation #entrepreneur #Ajax #Pickering #Whitby #Oshawa #DurhamRegion #TorontoEAST #OPENsessions #OPENlocal #AccessGranted

Thank You for sharing our journey with us

We will create the platform, you just believe in yourself.

OPEN.innovate Creative Arts Incubator of Durham Region . The springboard for creatives in the East !

#Music #Film #Photography #ContentCreation #entrepreneur #Ajax #Pickering #Whitby #Oshawa #DurhamRegion #TorontoEAST #OPENsessions #OPENlocal #AccessGranted

Thank You for sharing our journey with us

The 1st one was magic !
Now we keep the momentum going with SESSIONS.

NEXT SUNDAY Aug 25 @seasaltseafoodcafe @ 8PM
We invite our local talent out to network, perform, and vibe with other musical talents from Durham Region.

Due to spacing AND creating the best atmosphere we have opened an RSVP.
LINK IN BIO

Live Band ! DJ ! VibesMenu !
Come out and enjoy our SESSIONS.

#DurhamRegion #Nonprofit #CreativeArts #CreativeArtsIncubator #Music #LiveBand #LocalTalent #Ajax #Pickering #Whitby #Oshawa #AjaxGoStation #AccessGranted #GoodVibesOPEN

The 1st one was magic !
Now we keep the momentum going with SESSIONS.

NEXT SUNDAY Aug 25 @seasaltseafoodcafe @ 8PM
We invite our local talent out to network, perform, and vibe with other musical talents from Durham Region.

Due to spacing AND creating the best atmosphere we have opened an RSVP.
LINK IN BIO

Live Band ! DJ ! VibesMenu !
Come out and enjoy our SESSIONS.

#DurhamRegion #Nonprofit #CreativeArts #CreativeArtsIncubator #Music #LiveBand #LocalTalent #Ajax #Pickering #Whitby #Oshawa #AjaxGoStation #AccessGranted #GoodVibesOPEN

SESSIONS was a Success!
Thank You to everyone who made our 1st SESSIONS an all around good vibe. Musical Talent was on Full Display ! Salute to @seasaltseafoodcafe for Hosting and providing the ambiance.

Special Thanks to our band @jay_on_keyz @thejono @chefarchh @djredz416

Next SESSIONS coming soon 👀…
All performers please tag yourselves in the comments. 🔥

S/O @mkaiwrnr on the Recap Video 🔥

#DurhamRegion #Ajax #Pickering #Whitby #Oshawa #Creatives #Music #LiveBand #CreativeArts #AccessGranted #nonprofit #OPENmusic OPENinnovate #OPENfilm #OPENlocal

SESSIONS was a Success!
Thank You to everyone who made our 1st SESSIONS an all around good vibe. Musical Talent was on Full Display ! Salute to @seasaltseafoodcafe for Hosting and providing the ambiance.

Special Thanks to our band @jay_on_keyz @thejono @chefarchh @djredz416

Next SESSIONS coming soon 👀…
All performers please tag yourselves in the comments. 🔥

S/O @mkaiwrnr on the Recap Video 🔥

#DurhamRegion #Ajax #Pickering #Whitby #Oshawa #Creatives #Music #LiveBand #CreativeArts #AccessGranted #nonprofit #OPENmusic OPENinnovate #OPENfilm #OPENlocal

SESSIONS !
Something new for the music lovers of the east end. Live Band, Great food, even better vibes.

Come out and support local talent. Beside you could be the next rising star.

🗓️ Sunday July 21, 2024
📍 Sea Salt Seafood Cafe, Ajax, ON

SESSIONS !
Something new for the music lovers of the east end. Live Band, Great food, even better vibes.

Come out and support local talent. Beside you could be the next rising star.

🗓️ Sunday July 21, 2024
📍 Sea Salt Seafood Cafe, Ajax, ON

Either you’re the model or you’re the photographer. Just make sure to enjoy life, and make it about You.

Either you’re the model or you’re the photographer. Just make sure to enjoy life, and make it about You.

The music talent in the East End is UNMATCHED. Join us July 21 @ 8PM for SESSIONS !

We’re providing the platform. Come out and enjoy the vibes while networking with other local music enthusiasts.

Live Band + DJ + OPEN.mic
Special Menu & Mocktails
Good Vibes Only

#DurhamRegion #Music #Networking #OPENmicNight #Creatives #LiveBand #SpecialGuest #GoodVibesOnly #HipHop #RnB #Soul #Reggae #Gospel #Performance #OPENinnovate #Ajax #Pickering #Whitby #Oshawa #Scarborough #LiveMusic #AccessGranted

The music talent in the East End is UNMATCHED. Join us July 21 @ 8PM for SESSIONS !

We’re providing the platform. Come out and enjoy the vibes while networking with other local music enthusiasts.

Live Band + DJ + OPEN.mic
Special Menu & Mocktails
Good Vibes Only

#DurhamRegion #Music #Networking #OPENmicNight #Creatives #LiveBand #SpecialGuest #GoodVibesOnly #HipHop #RnB #Soul #Reggae #Gospel #Performance #OPENinnovate #Ajax #Pickering #Whitby #Oshawa #Scarborough #LiveMusic #AccessGranted

This is US !

The world has been moving FAST, and with us trying to build out OPEN. for our community correctly it has taken time. Us working on the backend is just as vital as the events we host to our creative community.

We are grateful to have our supporters still engaged. Thankful to our community for trusting us to do it right!
Most importantly, we’re Blessed to just present our little vision to the masses.

Music Lovers - this month we return with something to help build your community and obviously provide a vibe ! Thank You for the continued support.

#DurhamRegion #CreativeCommunity #Music #Film #Photography #Entrepreneur #Network #Ajax #Pickering #Whitby #Oshawa #AccessGranted #KeepGoing #Thankful

This is US !

The world has been moving FAST, and with us trying to build out OPEN. for our community correctly it has taken time. Us working on the backend is just as vital as the events we host to our creative community.

We are grateful to have our supporters still engaged. Thankful to our community for trusting us to do it right!
Most importantly, we’re Blessed to just present our little vision to the masses.

Music Lovers - this month we return with something to help build your community and obviously provide a vibe ! Thank You for the continued support.

#DurhamRegion #CreativeCommunity #Music #Film #Photography #Entrepreneur #Network #Ajax #Pickering #Whitby #Oshawa #AccessGranted #KeepGoing #Thankful

Remember @azalyneklukowski from our 1st TownHall in 2019? The young girl with a passion to sing and one day be on stages with her craft …
she’s doing it !

Keep going & never give up !

Go give her a follow and support her journey.
Her song FRAGMENTS is available on Spotify 🔥

Remember @azalyneklukowski from our 1st TownHall in 2019? The young girl with a passion to sing and one day be on stages with her craft …
she’s doing it !

Keep going & never give up !

Go give her a follow and support her journey.
Her song FRAGMENTS is available on Spotify 🔥

Never forget to love you, and what you do.

Our creative community is thriving, but we must keep that desire to create, safe and protected.

If you are in need for some words of encouragement as a creative please follow ✨ @lindseythecreative ✨

#HappyNewYear #PositiveVibesOnly

Never forget to love you, and what you do.

Our creative community is thriving, but we must keep that desire to create, safe and protected.

If you are in need for some words of encouragement as a creative please follow ✨ @lindseythecreative ✨

#HappyNewYear #PositiveVibesOnly

We’ve been quiet, but we’ve been working.
Thank you for the continued support to our initiative for creatives in Durham Region.

The backend involves creating our vision, planning, grant writing, marketing and growing our reach. 2024 & beyond we plan to be more intentional for our creatives interested in Music, Film, Photography, and Creative entrepreneurship. Thanks for being on this journey with us.

Super Shout Out to our core participants that have attended multiple events, and have made their talents speak for themselves.

More access is coming !
✨🎼 🎥 📸 🎨✨

We’ve been quiet, but we’ve been working.
Thank you for the continued support to our initiative for creatives in Durham Region.

The backend involves creating our vision, planning, grant writing, marketing and growing our reach. 2024 & beyond we plan to be more intentional for our creatives interested in Music, Film, Photography, and Creative entrepreneurship. Thanks for being on this journey with us.

Super Shout Out to our core participants that have attended multiple events, and have made their talents speak for themselves.

More access is coming !
✨🎼 🎥 📸 🎨✨

Throughout history, art has been a vital element to Palestinian resistance and most times, the only form of expression in the face of apartheid.

ART IS RESISTANCE

Repost from @deethexatriarch •

FYI — One of the markers of a f@scist society is its architecture; pay attention to a lack of curves in favor of sharp edges and straight lines; lack of intricacy, detail or ornate design in favor of minimalist & modern design; rich colorful hues discarded in favor of bland neutrals & muted tones. Take this and apply it to fashion, furniture, music, etc. Where there is a lack of diversity, warmth and comfort, you will find f@scism. Now that you see it you can’t unsee it, huh? Go forth and create something that defies tyr@nical authoritari@nism.

P.S. rev o lu tion is art ❤️‍🔥
#revolution #artisresistance #durhamregion

Slides: 1-8 via @deethexatriarch
Last 2 slides via @kuvrd

Throughout history, art has been a vital element to Palestinian resistance and most times, the only form of expression in the face of apartheid.

ART IS RESISTANCE

Repost from @deethexatriarch •

FYI — One of the markers of a f@scist society is its architecture; pay attention to a lack of curves in favor of sharp edges and straight lines; lack of intricacy, detail or ornate design in favor of minimalist & modern design; rich colorful hues discarded in favor of bland neutrals & muted tones. Take this and apply it to fashion, furniture, music, etc. Where there is a lack of diversity, warmth and comfort, you will find f@scism. Now that you see it you can’t unsee it, huh? Go forth and create something that defies tyr@nical authoritari@nism.

P.S. rev o lu tion is art ❤️‍🔥
#revolution #artisresistance #durhamregion

Slides: 1-8 via @deethexatriarch
Last 2 slides via @kuvrd

Today marks 4 years since our 1st event. A lot of familiar faces are still on this journey with us and we THANK YOU ! The vision is real, your words have been heard, and we move with intention. None of this would be possible without YOU! We still have a long way to our goals, as we continue to grow and build on the creative community in Durham Region. 🥂

Today marks 4 years since our 1st event. A lot of familiar faces are still on this journey with us and we THANK YOU ! The vision is real, your words have been heard, and we move with intention. None of this would be possible without YOU! We still have a long way to our goals, as we continue to grow and build on the creative community in Durham Region. 🥂

Salute the creatives that keep creating.

#Music #Film #Photography #Arts #Entrepreneurs #DurhamRegion #ThatOPENspace

Salute the creatives that keep creating.

#Music #Film #Photography #Arts #Entrepreneurs #DurhamRegion #ThatOPENspace

We have more entrepreneurs to highlight, in a community buzzing with creatives. Join us on MAY 31, 2023 for our next OPEN.Local LIVE !

Get Familiar #Creative #Community #DurhamRegion #Music #Film #Photography #Entrepreneur #SmallBusiness #Networking #ThatOPENspace #OPENlocalLIVE.

We have more entrepreneurs to highlight, in a community buzzing with creatives. Join us on MAY 31, 2023 for our next OPEN.Local LIVE !

Get Familiar #Creative #Community #DurhamRegion #Music #Film #Photography #Entrepreneur #SmallBusiness #Networking #ThatOPENspace #OPENlocalLIVE.

Trust the process they said, so get up and get it !
Great conversation today with like minded people.
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OPEN.local LIVE !
A link up for Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners
S/O
@tiwa.salon // @seasaltseafoodcafe // @thevillagedoginc

Trust the process they said, so get up and get it !
Great conversation today with like minded people.
✨✨✨
OPEN.local LIVE !
A link up for Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners
S/O
@tiwa.salon // @seasaltseafoodcafe // @thevillagedoginc

Shout out to one of our OPEN. supporters from Day one @like.lasagna who is an aspiring content creator specializing in Photography and Film.

With creative concepts outside of the box, and an energy to expand his network, do yourself the favour - follow and support !

The work speaks for itself 🔥

Shout out to one of our OPEN. supporters from Day one @like.lasagna who is an aspiring content creator specializing in Photography and Film.

With creative concepts outside of the box, and an energy to expand his network, do yourself the favour - follow and support !

The work speaks for itself 🔥

Consistency is Key ! Join us for the next instalment of OPEN. Local LIVE as we feature 3 businesses from local entrepreneurs. We are excited to feature @tiwa.salon , @thevillagedoginc , and @healincolour !

Meet the business owners behind the brands, and network with a room of like-minded entrepreneurs. This event is FREE, please RSVP at link in our bio.

April 12, 2023 @ 10AM
100 Westney Rd S., Ajax

Consistency is Key ! Join us for the next instalment of OPEN. Local LIVE as we feature 3 businesses from local entrepreneurs. We are excited to feature @tiwa.salon , @thevillagedoginc , and @healincolour !

Meet the business owners behind the brands, and network with a room of like-minded entrepreneurs. This event is FREE, please RSVP at link in our bio.

April 12, 2023 @ 10AM
100 Westney Rd S., Ajax

Shout Out to one of our OPEN. supporters from Day 1 @mallokay on his project
The Graduated Dropout !!

He’s a hands-on creative involved in all aspects of the art. From the music, visuals, collaborations, cover art and most importantly finding funding @mallokay has what it takes to get to the main stage.

We support you in everything! Keep going @mallokay 🏆

Shout Out to one of our OPEN. supporters from Day 1 @mallokay on his project
The Graduated Dropout !!

He’s a hands-on creative involved in all aspects of the art. From the music, visuals, collaborations, cover art and most importantly finding funding @mallokay has what it takes to get to the main stage.

We support you in everything! Keep going @mallokay 🏆

OPEN. Local LIVE - The platform needed for ALL entrepreneurs in Durham Region to connect. Get familiar with our monthly meetings and share your business.

Thanks to everyone who attended our 2nd Local LIVE. Let’s keep the momentum going !

OPEN. Local LIVE - The platform needed for ALL entrepreneurs in Durham Region to connect. Get familiar with our monthly meetings and share your business.

Thanks to everyone who attended our 2nd Local LIVE. Let’s keep the momentum going !

Consistency is Key !
Our 1st OPEN. Local LIVE sparked conversation and networking amongst business owners and entrepreneurs from Durham Region. Join us 10am March 8 for the next link up.

We will feature in our March edition @klawzbykeelah @velvetseasonstudios and @noir.essentials.inc
Get to ask them about their journey, the Do’s and Don’t’s, and more. We will provide the space, refreshments, and vibe for all to safely share their local business.

This is a FREE meeting to attend. However please RSVP @ link in bio

Consistency is Key !
Our 1st OPEN. Local LIVE sparked conversation and networking amongst business owners and entrepreneurs from Durham Region. Join us 10am March 8 for the next link up.

We will feature in our March edition @klawzbykeelah @velvetseasonstudios and @noir.essentials.inc
Get to ask them about their journey, the Do’s and Don’t’s, and more. We will provide the space, refreshments, and vibe for all to safely share their local business.

This is a FREE meeting to attend. However please RSVP @ link in bio

Ignore the doubt.
Believe and connect the dots.

Ignore the doubt.
Believe and connect the dots.

OPEN. local LIVE !!
Thank you to everyone who stepped out on a Wednesday morning to network and mingle with Business Owners and Entrepreneurs in DurhamRegion. Each month we will highlight selected businesses and give them a platform to share their journey. Let’s grow these meetings and build relationships.

If you know a business that could benefit from being here TAG THEM IN THE COMMENTS !

#Community #Nonforprofit #DurhamRegion #Pickering #Ajax #Whitby #Oshawa #Creatives #Entrepreneur #SmallBusiness #Music #Arts #Film #Photography #Together #OPENlocal #OPENlocalLIVE

OPEN. local LIVE !!
Thank you to everyone who stepped out on a Wednesday morning to network and mingle with Business Owners and Entrepreneurs in DurhamRegion. Each month we will highlight selected businesses and give them a platform to share their journey. Let’s grow these meetings and build relationships.

If you know a business that could benefit from being here TAG THEM IN THE COMMENTS !

#Community #Nonforprofit #DurhamRegion #Pickering #Ajax #Whitby #Oshawa #Creatives #Entrepreneur #SmallBusiness #Music #Arts #Film #Photography #Together #OPENlocal #OPENlocalLIVE

OPEN.local LIVE is a monthly in-person event for creative entrepreneurs to learn about local businesses and the people behind them. Join us in person February 1st @ 10am for this networking opportunity.

Come out and meet the owners of 3 local businesses, as we highlight their journey. We are providing this networking platform to showcase the diversity in the community and the drive needed to achieve their goals. Our goal is to motivate the local entrepreneurs to keep striving, and hopefully this ongoing meet up will be a support system for all small business owners and entrepreneurs to connect.

As OPEN. builds community, let’s use this opportunity to introduce ourselves, share our small businesses and network.

Register your name & business info @ www.thatopenspace.com (link in bio) - this FREE event is open to the public.

OPEN.local LIVE

OPEN.local LIVE is a monthly in-person event for creative entrepreneurs to learn about local businesses and the people behind them. Join us in person February 1st @ 10am for this networking opportunity.

Come out and meet the owners of 3 local businesses, as we highlight their journey. We are providing this networking platform to showcase the diversity in the community and the drive needed to achieve their goals. Our goal is to motivate the local entrepreneurs to keep striving, and hopefully this ongoing meet up will be a support system for all small business owners and entrepreneurs to connect.

As OPEN. builds community, let’s use this opportunity to introduce ourselves, share our small businesses and network.

Register your name & business info @ www.thatopenspace.com (link in bio) - this FREE event is open to the public.

OPEN.local LIVE

Let’s stay focused and keep the pressure on the doubters !

“We attract what we radiate, so let’s keep working on that !” - @hannashebar 🔥

Let’s stay focused and keep the pressure on the doubters !

“We attract what we radiate, so let’s keep working on that !” - @hannashebar 🔥

Keep Dreaming. No seriously, KEEP DREAMING !! Thanks to @tribrostudio Pickering is home to a 140,000sq ft Film Production Studio that will house some the best content to hit global Theatre’s, Television, and streaming services.

S/O to all the creatives living in DurhamRegion dreaming of screen writing-acting-directing-or the many other roles behind the scenes. As creatives living in the East, nothing is impossible.

Keep Dreaming !

Keep Dreaming. No seriously, KEEP DREAMING !! Thanks to @tribrostudio Pickering is home to a 140,000sq ft Film Production Studio that will house some the best content to hit global Theatre’s, Television, and streaming services.

S/O to all the creatives living in DurhamRegion dreaming of screen writing-acting-directing-or the many other roles behind the scenes. As creatives living in the East, nothing is impossible.

Keep Dreaming !

Our local community is thriving with small businesses and entrepreneurs.

We started the year highlighting local brands & will continue that support system.

‼️Tag a Business in the comments‼️

Check our stories for everything OPEN.local in DurhamRegion

#openLOCAL #DurhamRegion #entrapreneur #community #startupbusiness #Creatives #network #buildyourempire #Support #Restaurants #Clothing #Labour #ecommerce #marketing #fitness #hairsalon #personalservices #beauty #Music #Film #Arts #behindthescenes #Pickering #Ajax #Whitby #Oshawa

Our local community is thriving with small businesses and entrepreneurs.

We started the year highlighting local brands & will continue that support system.

‼️Tag a Business in the comments‼️

Check our stories for everything OPEN.local in DurhamRegion

#openLOCAL #DurhamRegion #entrapreneur #community #startupbusiness #Creatives #network #buildyourempire #Support #Restaurants #Clothing #Labour #ecommerce #marketing #fitness #hairsalon #personalservices #beauty #Music #Film #Arts #behindthescenes #Pickering #Ajax #Whitby #Oshawa

Salute to the participants of
Film Industry 101 … WE DID THAT!

The creative community is continuing to grow, and we are all here for it.

Spread the word, we’re providing creatives access.

S/O @cazhblanche & @thedreamroomstudioinc

Salute to the participants of
Film Industry 101 … WE DID THAT!

The creative community is continuing to grow, and we are all here for it.

Spread the word, we’re providing creatives access.

S/O @cazhblanche & @thedreamroomstudioinc

! Preparation and attention to detail is your saving grace !

@iiam.amanda shares what it takes to make your product shot work to its best potential.

Space is limited.
RSVP in Bio

#Photography101 #Productshots #OPENaccessGranted #creatives #volunteer #DurhamRegion #FilmIndustry #Music #creativearts #Pickering #Ajax #Whitby #Oshawa

! Preparation and attention to detail is your saving grace !

@iiam.amanda shares what it takes to make your product shot work to its best potential.

Space is limited.
RSVP in Bio

#Photography101 #Productshots #OPENaccessGranted #creatives #volunteer #DurhamRegion #FilmIndustry #Music #creativearts #Pickering #Ajax #Whitby #Oshawa

!! Let the creatives create !!

Our next Photography 101 workshop will be lead by @iiam.amanda who specializes in PRODUCT SHOTS !

Only a few spots left for this intimate and interactive opportunity to learn more about the world of photography.

RSVP link in Bio

#OPENaccessGranted #Community #creatives #nonforprofit #DurhamRegion #Incubator #photography #Music #FilmIndustry #entrepreneur #volunteer #Pickering #Ajax #Whitby #Oshawa #InvestDurham #CannonCamera #SonyCamera

!! Let the creatives create !!

Our next Photography 101 workshop will be lead by @iiam.amanda who specializes in PRODUCT SHOTS !

Only a few spots left for this intimate and interactive opportunity to learn more about the world of photography.

RSVP link in Bio

#OPENaccessGranted #Community #creatives #nonforprofit #DurhamRegion #Incubator #photography #Music #FilmIndustry #entrepreneur #volunteer #Pickering #Ajax #Whitby #Oshawa #InvestDurham #CannonCamera #SonyCamera

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