About Us
Artists teaching Artists
Toronto School of Art is Toronto’s longest running independent art school offering a vast selection of art courses for daytime, evening and weekend students. For over 55 years, TSA has provided a positive environment for aspiring artists to attain a quality visual arts education.
TSA believes the arts should be accessible to all levels of experience. Whether you’re a working professional or just starting out, TSA offers programs that address all levels of expertise. The only thing our students need to get started is a passion for their craft. Once they have that, our mentors are there to further refine, hone and cultivate their skills. It’s this process of artists mentoring other artists that enables our students to truly find their voice and leave their mark on the world.
Conveniently located east of Queen and Bathurst in Toronto's Fashion District, TSA offers students a unique opportunity for hands-on studio learning and exposure to artistic trends in drawing, painting, ceramics & pottery, sculpture, collage, mixed media, digital and photography. Most courses are geared towards adults. A selection of courses for youth ages 11–17 years are also offered each term.
Our art courses are taught both in-person in our studios at 24 Ryerson, and since Summer 2020, online.
At TSA, our faculty of professional artists/educators teach students of all levels with both traditional and contemporary approaches, offering an array of courses to choose from that will further develop students’ artistic vision and ability at any level.
TSA also offers art workshops and group events as team building activities to boost employee morale and encourage creativity.
A place for artist of all levels to meet, learn and grow!
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HISTORY
For over 55 years, Toronto School of Art (TSA) has established itself as one of the most distinguished alternative arts schools in the city. While our history alone sets us apart, it’s our ideology that truly defines us. We believe in taking an organic approach to the arts. This translates into a hands-on education model that focuses on studio-based learning. We offer students the opportunity to work with practicing artists in a close, one-on-one environment. What this entails is a rigorous study of the arts through a challenging, tactile application of every skill set learned.
The school is committed to work in partnership with staff, faculty, students and the community to identify, prevent, and remove barriers to participation.
In January of 2019 TSA. moved into our new permanent home, located at 24 Ryerson Ave in the heart of Toronto. The building and and studios are fully accessible.
TSA GOVERNANCE
TSA’s Governance is consistent with our guiding principles and values. The Board of Governors is comprised of a 50/50 partnership between Faculty and Students.
TSA continually works to build a learning environment that is open, equitable, and respectful. We aim to remove barriers and increase opportunities for participation in our programs and within our organization—especially for those who have historically faced exclusion or underrepresentation.
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Toronto School of Art (TSA) is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where individuals of all backgrounds can explore and express their creativity. We believe that art education should be available to all, reflecting the diversity of our community and providing opportunities for all to create, engage, learn, and grow.
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CONTACT US
24 RYERSON AVENUE TORONTO, ON, M5T 2P3
416-504-7910 | info@tsa-art.com
Office hours: Monday - Thursday: 9:00am - 7:00pm / Friday & Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Our current location is barrier-free. See Current Accessibility Notice.
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