BREAKING ARTSPEAK is a signature workshop developed by Editions in Space, a platform focused on enabling the discovery of Canadian artists based on proximity. Our focus is on training independent artists on how to represent themselves in the public domain. In particular, we pay attention to how they code-switch between artspeak (the jargon used in educational and institutional settings), and the conversational language typically used for family, friends, and the public.
Our Workshops
A program and workbook from the Breaking Artspeak workshop
The workshop was developed in collaboration with UKAI Projects and has since been offered to artists in Toronto and Montréal. The workshop was originally conceived to provide proof of concept for our platform’s Artist Profile feature, and to understand the challenges artists face when it comes to thriving, producing, and promoting work to local audiences.
Participants of the workshop exchanging their experiences
We have been fortunate to listen in on many heartfelt discussions, provide artists direct contact with local peers, and foster a space to share resources and perspectives. We continue to offer our BREAKING ARTSPEAK workshops as a stand-alone touchpoint for local creative communities.
Participant of the workshop responding to questions in the booklet
Group discussions
If you are a Canadian organization, gallery, or institution wishing to engage your creative community, please contact us to hear more about the BREAKING ARTSPEAK workshop. We can adopt the format and facilitation to maximize benefits for your group.
Closing the discussion by sharing perspectives and reflections in pairs