The Creative Innovation Studio at FCAD
110 Bond Street M5B1X8 Toronto, ON, Canada

The Recovery Cohort 2 is now accepting applications to our next and last cohort of the Recovery Incubator and Accelerator programs. In partnership with with the creative incubators of the Design Fabrication Zone, Fashion Zone, Transmedia Zone, and Music Den, The Recovery Cohort is a one-time incubator and accelerator program for startups and innovators focused on rebuilding the creative industries post-Covid, and imagining the creative landscape of the future, with a focus on... ethical design, diversity, and sustainability. Starting in January 2021, the 14-week virtual program will support early-mid stage startups, experimental projects and innovative creators in Canada with: - dedicated strategic advisors & wider advisor network - unique community events designed to foster a supportive online peer-network - timely and responsive programming on creative entrepreneurship in our current environment - best practices based in ethical design, diversity and sustainability - industry perks - remote fabrication and technical support for physical prototyping - media and marketing exposure including Monthly Showcase opportunities Applications are now open and will close November 29. For full program details, please visit www.bit.ly/recovery-cohort. @thestudiofcad @ryersonfcad @ryerson.dfz @rufashionzone @transmediazone @ryersonmusicden

When times get tough, people get creative. That is why in 2020, we saw some of the most innovative developments across fashion, design, media, and music. From virtual fashion, digital performances, remote production and creative practices, to the digital transformation of live events, the creative industries is one that has experienced many new and exciting trends. Read all about our analysis of 2020 trends in our Studio 2020 Rewind at www.bit.ly/studio-2020rewind.

The pandemic has caused unforeseeable changes and challenges to businesses, startups, and creatives. But projects such as Wuxly Outerwear, LOUD Army, Talk Media, and ROSOR have shown how resilience and ambition can help startups and creatives to pivot and succeed. Head over to our Studio 2020 Rewind that details how these projects have changed their game in fashion, music, media, and design at www.bit.ly/studio-2020rewind.

As we round out a year that no one is sad to say goodbye to, in this 2020 Rewind article, we’re sharing some glimmers of hope that the human spirit will triumph, and that where there are lemons, there is lemonade to be made. Check out our 2020 Rewind at www.bit.ly/studio-2020rewind.

When everyone suddenly is an online retailer, how do you stand out? Tune into Episode 2 of The Prediction to hear about how the pandemic helped Corrine Anestopoulos of @BikoJewellery realize that rising above the noise means paying attention to the smallest, most personal details. Watch now at https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=747654872828257!

What happens to carnival without parades? Watch Episode 2 of The Prediction to hear how Candice Dixon and the @SugaCayne team are using this time to reflect and share Carnival’s true meaning. Watch now at https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=747654872828257!

Do you have a real relationship with your audience or just a mirage? Tune into Episode of The Prediction as Dan Speerin & Shruti Shekar discuss what it means to genuinely connect. Watch now at https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=747654872828257!

How do we plan ahead when we’re dealing with Schrodinger’s cat for a future? Episode 2 of The Prediction is now live! Join Shruti Shekar and Ramona Pringle to find out how creatives are coping with uncertainty across fashion, media, and live events!... Watch now!

Black Speculative Arts Movement Canada, also known as BSAM Canada, is an artists collective founded in 2016 that has now transformed into an arts and culture non-profit organization. The focus of this global movement is to create a collaborative and supportive platform to empower and elevate Black creatives. As the co-leaders of BSAM Canada, members of the Design Fabrication Zone, and artists, both Queen Kukoyi and Nico Taylor have gained insights about engaging in entrepreneurship and creativity. Hear the genuine story of how these co-leaders and artists are working diligently to foster community and creativity during a global pandemic in Episode 2 of our #ShareOurStories series! Watch now!

Adam Kingsmith, co-founder of EiQ Technologies, member of the Design Fabrication Zone, and first time researcher-turned entrepreneur, was busy building the business and network for EiQ Technologies when the pandemic hit and all development activities were forced to a pause. Hear the authentic recovery story of Adam's first-time experience as an entrepreneur and learn how he was able to adapt from in-person communication to building virtual relationships during a pandemic. If you're an entrepreneur/designer looking for help to grow your business, the Recovery Cohort is currently accepting applications to the final round of the Recovery Incubator and Accelerator. Find out full details at www.bit.ly/recovery-cohort. Applications close Nov. 29!

Concerned about the future of the creative industries? We are too. In our newest web series "The Prediction" hosted by Shruti Shekar from Yahoo Canada Finance, we ask big questions about the creative industries. In this episode, we asked: - How are artists and companies reinventing gathering during COVID-19? - Why has storytelling become even more foundational to artists and companies over the course of the pandemic?... - How is the fashion industry re-envisioning its role to make the world better? - What is the future of movie theatres? - What kinds of stories do audiences want to see? - How is the screen industry working to make itself more inclusive? Featuring the leadership from Ryerson Design Fabrication Zone, Fashion Zone at Ryerson University, and Transmedia Zone. Watch now at https://fb.watch/1_yKt2x42O/

Emefa Kuadey is the founder of Israella KOBLA, a women's luxury made-to-order clothing and accessories brand that redefines minimalism through structure and bold femininity. This is the story of a luxury womenswear brand who was debuting their collection and, when COVID hit, was forced to put a pause on all things israella KOBLA. Hear the real recovery story of israella KOBLA and learn how this company was able to navigate and pivot their startup during a pandemic. If you're an entrepreneur/designer looking for help to grow your business, the Recovery Cohort is currently accepting applications to the final round of the Recovery Incubator and Accelerator. Find out full details at www.bit.ly/recovery-cohort. Applications close Nov. 29!

"Entrepreneurship can be so lonely. Even when you have a team, you can feel so detached so talking to other people who are doing the same thing you are doing, who are having the same struggles that you are having is just so refreshing and makes it easier to go through these problems." Hear from Veer AI about their Recovery Cohort experience. Applications for the Recovery Cohort 2 close on November 29. Apply and learn more about the Recovery Cohort at www.bit.ly/recovery-cohort.

"The idea of community. The Recovery Cohort has community that can foster that creator-ship spirit that I'm trying to build. The resources, the advisors, all great resources for a small start-up." Hear from @fittedfast and @thefittingroom.tech on their Recovery Cohort experience. Applications for the Recovery Cohort 2 close on November 29. Apply and learn more about the Recovery Cohort at www.bit.ly/recovery-cohort.

The Creative Innovation Studio at FCAD, along with the creative incubators of the Design Fabrication Zone, Fashion Zone, Transmedia Zone, and Music Den, is excited to announce the launch of The Recovery Cohort. This is an all-new incubator, accelerator, and curricular program for startups, innovators, and creators focused on rebuilding the creative industries post-Covid. What does this mean? We are welcoming companies, creators, and students to our community who are working t...o recover the creative landscape of the future, with a focus on ethical design, diversity, and sustainability. Want to learn more about the Winter term of our incubator/accelerator program for Canadian startups and innovators? Come join us on November 19th from 4-5PM for the Recovery Cohort Info Session. In this info session, we will discuss the program in detail and answer your questions. Sign up for the info session at www.bit.ly/rc2-info.

"The thing I like most about the Recovery Cohort is that it's a group of like-minded individuals who are really focused on rebuilding the creatives industries and placing ethical processes, sustainability, and inclusivity at the forefront." Want to know why over 30 projects and teams joined the Recovery Cohort? Hear from @ailledesign, one of the creators at the Recovery Cohort. If you are a creative entrepreneur interested in joining, apply now and learn more about the Recovery Cohort at www.bit.ly/recovery-cohort.

"It was to have input and different ways that you can re-think your business, and access to the programming and the advisors. It's always good to have different perspectives, and I thought it would be really good to be exposed to that." Want to know why over 30 projects and teams joined the Recovery Cohort? Hear from @israellakobla and @getmaskwell, creators from the Recovery Cohort. If you are a creative entrepreneur interested in joining, apply now and learn more about the Recovery Cohort at www.bit.ly/recovery-cohort.

This is The Prediction. Dubbed, The Big Reset, 2020 has exposed weaknesses in the world’s systems and structures, while accelerating some trends, and decelerating others. The #creativeindustries, so core to who we are as humans, have definitely not been immune - with massive shifts in the way we experience art and stories, to the way we shop, all the way through to how we structure what we do. In each episode of The Prediction, our fearless host Shruti Shekar from Yaho...o Finance takes a deep dive into what ‘the reset’ looks like for innovators in different corners of the #creative world. Each innovator is part of the Studio’s special Recovery Cohort incubator. In this first episode, Shruti is joined by The Studio leads Ramona Pringle, Ashley Jane Lewis, Andrea Romero, Dr. Emilia King to discuss how the fashion, media and design worlds have been impacted by the global pandemic, and what opportunities have arisen to build more inclusive, sustainable, and innovative creative sectors. We dive into screen production in the COVID era and the future of the movie business, how fashion is re-inventing itself to be more purpose-driven, how artists and innovators are reinventing gathering, and so much more.

"It's been the ability to make connections that's been so important, and the personal push from people like your mentor. It has been the perfect resource in helping me make a roadmap of what to do specifically next, and also looking forward down the line." Creatives like Tamer from Travelling While Arab are the kind of radical thinkers and game changers that we are looking for at the Recovery Cohort. If you are a creative entrepreneur looking to get help to develop your idea, the Recovery Cohort might be perfect for you. We are currently accepting accepting applications to the Recovery Cohort. There are limited spots available, so apply now until November 29 at www.bit.ly/recovery-cohort./

Launching Friday, November 6th, we’re exploring how the creative world is re-inventing itself during the pandemic with our newest web series, "The Prediction", hosted by Shruti Shekar from Yahoo. We’re asking experts and change-makers the big questions about the future of the creative industries, so you don't want to miss out! Stay tuned at www.ryerson.ca/the-studio-fcad.

"As an artist, your artistry is your business. I think the Recovery Cohort is so important because it is connecting me to different resources and industry professionals that you may not have access to, and beyond that to get the step by step process that you don't often get as a creative while building the business." Hear from team @bsamcanada on why The Recovery Cohort was right for them. And if you and your project are also looking to join an incubator/accelerator for creative businesses and projects, we are currently accepting applications to the Recovery Cohort. There are limited spots available, so apply now until November 29 at www.bit.ly/recovery-cohort./

"When things fall apart, smart people put their minds together to solve problems. The Recovery Cohort caught out attention because we saw it as an opportunity to overcome this problem of not being able to connect in this time of COVID." Hear from EiQ Technologies on why The Recovery Cohort was right for them. And if you and your project are also looking to join an incubator/accelerator for creative businesses and projects, we are currently accepting applications to the Recovery Cohort. There are limited spots available, so apply now until November 29 at www.bit.ly/recovery-cohort./

Meet Hope! She is a former member of the Music Den and is currently working as a marketing coordinator at @WarnerCanada! At the Studio, we have helped over 500+ students get connected with real-world working opportunities with startups through the Zones! Find out more about our student options at www.bit.ly/studio-student2020. @thestudiofcad @dfz_ryerson @rufashionzone @ryersontmz @ryersonmusicden @ryersonfcad @ruzonelearning @ryerson_u

Interested in immersive storytelling through VR? Check out Contraverse, a virtual reality production and distribution company and alumni of the Transmedia Zone! At the Studio, we have helped over 500+ students get connected with real-world working opportunities with startups through the Zones! Find out more about our student options at www.bit.ly/studio-student2020. @thestudiofcad @dfz_ryerson @rufashionzone @ryersontmz @ryersonmusicden @ryersonfcad @ruzonelearning @ryerson_u

Meet Jenny! She co-founded a personal styling platform at the Fashion Zone through our Summer RISE program! At the Studio, we have helped over 500+ students get connected with real-world working opportunities with startups through the Zones! Find out more about our student options at www.bit.ly/studio-student2020. @thestudiofcad @dfz_ryerson @rufashionzone @ryersontmz @ryersonmusicden @ryersonfcad @ruzonelearning @ryerson_u

Meet Zain one our talented members at the Music Den. Hear him speak about his creative work ethic and getting direct connections to the music industry! At the Studio, we have helped over 500+ students get connected with real-world working opportunities with startups through the Zones! Find out more about our student options at www.bit.ly/studio-student2020.... @thestudiofcad @dfz_ryerson @rufashionzone @ryersontmz @ryersonmusicden @ryersonfcad @ruzonelearning @ryerson_u

Meet Josanne! She is an alumna of the Transmedia Zone and is currently working as a children's media researcher! At the Studio, we have helped over 500+ students get connected with real-world working opportunities with startups through the Zones! Find out more about our student options at www.bit.ly/studio-student2020. @thestudiofcad @dfz_ryerson @rufashionzone @ryersontmz @ryersonmusicden @ryersonfcad @ruzonelearning @ryerson_u

At the Studio, we have helped over 500+ students get connected with real-world working opportunities with startups through the Zones! Hear from Fashion Design student Kasie about her experience in the RISE program this Summer. Find out more about our student options at www.bit.ly/studio-student2020. @thestudiofcad @dfz_ryerson @rufashionzone @ryersontmz @ryersonmusicden @ryersonfcad @ruzonelearning @ryerson_u

Have you thought about what it would be like to be an entrepreneur, artist, technologist, researcher, or designer, but not sure where to start? Are you getting bored at home and want to learn new things and meet new people? Or are you looking for something to do with the extra time you have now that we're stuck in quarantine? If you are any of those things, or a combination of them, The Creative Innovation Studio Student Memberships might be your answer to having a rewarding ...semester. This term, along with the @dfz_ryerson, @rufashionzone, @ryersontmz, and @ryersonmusicden, we are offering 4 memberships for students: Associates, Apprentices, Fellows, and Recovery&Development (R&D). Swipe through to see each membership option, and if you want to learn more, please visit www.bit.ly/studio-student2020. @ryersonfcad @ruzonelearning @ryerson_u #entrepreneurship #creative #design #media #fashion

The race has begun as the new school year starts, and The Studio is excited to be launching our student programs this week. Not sure what or who The Studio is? The Creative Innovation Studio is a place that connects emerging and established makers, artists, technologists, entrepreneurs, researchers and academics, in a collaborative community devoted to creative exploration, cross-disciplinary innovation, and creative excellence. Comprising four incubators serving the creativ...e industries (Ryerson Design Fabrication Zone , Fashion Zone at Ryerson University, Transmedia Zone, The Music Den), the Creative Innovation Studio connects emerging and established media makers, artists, technologists, entrepreneurs, researchers and academics, in a collaborative community devoted to creative exploration, cross-disciplinary innovation, and excellence. We have 4 different student memberships that we just opened applications for, with more details coming this week. All the information will be on www.ryerson.ca/the-studio-fcad.

Hey FCAD students! Have you ever worked on a project and thought How can I make this into something bigger? In this workshop hosted by the Creative Innovation Studio X FCAD, you will learn how you can turn an idea into an entrepreneurial reality! You will also learn about the Zones within FCAD. Registration link: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSff_vB6Rbs9R11gW7/viewform

HOW DO YOU MAKE A CARDBOARD SCULPTURE? Cardboard? Yes, cardboard! They’re not just for your cat to climb into (Although we do love a good cat in a box), you can transform them into a unique sculpture! Take a look at this video compilation of our participants and cuts from the #CommunitiesCreate Sculpting with Recycled Cardboard workshop led by Roland Chun Shing Au with Ross Creek Centre for the Arts! ... Visit our website at www.communitiescreate.ca to view the full archived video of the workshop at https://communitiescreate.ca @artscentre.ca @theatredupoulet

HOW CAN YOU MAKE A SIMPLE VIDEO GAME? So, imagine you’re on a getaway at your dream destination and then you suddenly encounter an obstacle. Voila! You have a premise for the game! There are also the nitty gritty technical aspects that you have to consider such the foundation of the game’s blueprint. To learn more, take a look at these cuts from the #CommunitiesCreate Making A Simple Game In Unreal Engine 4 workshop led by Brent George with Agora Studio, as well as a shor...t compilation video of our participants’ work! Visit our website to view the full archived video of the workshop at www.communitiescreate.ca

WHAT ARE BEST PRACTICES OF DOCUMENTARY FILM-MAKING? 1. Choose the right subject 2. Find an angle within the story 3. Conduct an interview with ethics in mind ... Curious to find out more? Take a look at this video compilation of our participants and cuts from the #CommunitiesCreate Documenting Elder Stories workshop led by Dominique Keller with NFB Northwest Studio @nfb.ca and Story Money Impact @goodpitchvancouver! Visit our website at www.communitiescreate.ca to view the full archived video of the workshop!

LET’S TAKE A SELFIE! Self-portraits can be a great way to capture a moment in time. Do you want to learn how to take an awesome selfie that you can hang up in your home as a way to impress your family? Your crush? Your dog? Your cat? Or maybe you simply want to take it up as a hobby? Take a look at this video compilation of our participants and cuts from the #CommunitiesCreate Expressive Self-Portraiture workshop led Mark Kelly with CBC Yukon!... If you're interested in learning more about self-portrait photography, visit our website to view the full archived video of the workshop at https://communitiescreate.ca

WHAT IS LIGHT PROJECTION? Have you seen those galaxy light projections that the kids are into nowadays? Why not design your own? As emerging technologies are making art more accessible and environmentally friendly, we come to appreciate the art form of light projection. Light is the future! Take a look at this video compilation of our participants and cuts from the #CommunitiesCreate Designing with Light workshop led by Emma López Hechem with CFC Media Lab!... If you're interested in learning more about designing with light, visit our website to view the full archived video of the workshop at https://communitiescreate.ca @cfccreates @AvaAnimationVisualArts

WHAT ARE THE 3 KEY ELEMENTS OF A THEATRE PERFORMANCE? 1. Breath 2. Movement 3. Voice... We often breathe without a moment’s awareness of taking in a deeper breath. We have to remind ourselves to get up from our chair and stretch. Or even worse, we use our voice to make impulsive decisions. Everyone can benefit from taking a moment out of their day to practice mindfulness. Why not express your emotions through empowering performance? Take a look at this video compilation of our participants and cuts from the #CommunitiesCreate Through the Body workshop led by Tracy Ross with UBC Studios Okanagan of @universityofbc! If you're interested in learning more about how to choreograph a performance, visit our website to view the full archived video of the workshop at https://communitiescreate.ca

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT WAYS TO DESIGN A MASK? We're talking GEMS, STRINGS, and STICKERS galore! To find out more, check out this video compilation of our participants and cuts from the #CommunitiesCreate Personal Mask Making workshop led by Michael Magnussen with OCAD U Centre for Emerging Artists and Designers!... @humboldtmagnussen @ocaducead If you're interested in learning more about mask-making, visit our website to view the full archived video of the workshop at https://communitiescreate.ca

"WHAT INSPIRES YOU TO DO ART? Art is an expression of your roots, your dreams, and your present day-to-day life. Art is a melting pot of your perception of the world, your senses, and the life forms around you. Art is what you make of it. Take a look at this video compilation of our participants and cuts from the #CommunitiesCreate Storytelling through Visual Art workshop led by Ovila Mailhot with TakingITGlobal!... @TakingITGlobal If you're interested in learning more about visual art in graphic design, visit our website to view the full archived video of the workshop at https://communitiescreate.ca

WHAT IS OBJECT-BASED WRITING? Do you have a knack for creative writing? Perhaps fanfic writing? Well, then object-based writing may be a new hobby idea for you! It requires you to put yourself in the mindset of the object (or the creator of that object) and imagine/re-imagine the world of its existence. Take a look at this video compilation of our participants and some cuts of the #CommunitiesCreate From Collection to Creation: Object-Based Writing workshop led by Lean...ne Toshiko Simpson with The ROM and InkWell Workshops! @romtoronto @inkwellworkshops If you're interested in learning more about object-based writing, visit our website to view the full archived video of the workshop at https://communitiescreate.ca

Please note that the Creative Innovation Studio is supportive of all staff who wish to participate in the Scholar Strike by pausing academic and administrative duties this Wednesday, September 9th and Thursday September 10th. For the two days, we will not be holding regularly scheduled meetings or events within the Creative Innovation Studio. The Scholar Strike is "an academic call for racial justice, an end to anti-Black police violence and it adds a specific focus on anti-I...ndigenous, colonial violence." The goals of the Scholar Strike are aligned with the values of the Creative Innovation Studio and our mission with the Recovery Cohort. Organizers have curated two days of programming through public digital teach-ins, and we encourage our community to participate in these virtual events, along with us. As we start a new academic year, this is timely opportunity to learn and a pivotal reminder that we all have a role to play in actively working to end systemic injustices. Normal operations will resume on Friday, September 11.

WHAT IS JOURNALING? (PART 2 OF 2) Grab a pen and free-write your thoughts! If you're just getting started with journaling or a seasoned writer, here is something to get you in your zone! These are some of the participants' works from the #CommunitiesCreate Journaling the Plague Year workshop hosted by @OKRegLib and led by Alix Hawley & Adam Lewis Schroeder

These months have been like no other. Feelings are unfamiliar and everything is constantly changing. Remaining positive can be difficult at times but I’ve continued to look up and keep faith. - K.N. They call it the new normal but what exactly is normal? Take a look at these real and raw stories of people who are experiencing the ups and downs of 2020 a time of change and uncertainty. And yes, we’ve certainly enjoyed reading these stories as much as you’ve felt the rel...ease in writing them. Keep on keeping on, we are all in this together! #CommunitiesConnect

WHAT IS SCREENWRITING? (PART 1 OF 2) Well, you’re about to find out! For starters, you can draw inspiration from your own physical and emotional senses of the real world and apply it to an onscreen production. Do you have what it takes to break the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd wall? Check out these cuts of David James Brock instilling some wisdom about scriptwriting from the #CommunitiesCreate Sense-ational Storytelling: Descriptive Writing for the Screen workshop!... If you're interested in learning more, visit our website to view the full archived video of the workshop at https://communitiescreate.ca TIFF

Today marks the end of the #CommunitiesCreate initiative, but it’s also the start of a visionary time for innovation and a celebration of creation. The initiative was an opportunity for Canadians of all ages to connect with industry experts, each other, and creativity. The 20 creative skills workshops with leaders, cultural organizations, and academic institutions across Canada encouraged participants to create expressions about how they are feeling during the pandemic. Each ...week, collaborator organizations hosted live, free, online participatory creative workshops running the gamut of creativity photography, comedy, design, podcasts, mask-making, music, web series production , and much more all with the tools and equipment people have access to, at home. The campaign provided financial support to over 20 members of the creative community who are in need, through micro-grants for independent artists who hosted the workshops. As this huge project comes to a close, we would like to take the time to thank each and every one of you who made it possible. To everyone who is discovering their passion or calling, we’re right here with you!

HUMP DAY INSPIRATION! Do you want to add sculpting your tool belt of hobbies? We got you! Here are three key takeaways from the Sculpting with Recycled Cardboard workshop for you to take into your sculpting project! Ross Creek Centre for the Arts ... Theatre du Poulet #CommunitiesCreate

WHAT IS STORYTELLING? (PART 2 OF 2) Storytelling is an anchor for stability during times of uncertainty. Storytelling is a way for us to find solidarity and build connections with one another. Storytelling reveals patterns, solutions, and acceptance Take a look at these video compilations of our participants from the #CommunitiesCreate Creating a Web Series in Isolation led by Samantha Wan with the Independent Web Creators of Canada and the Independent Production Fu...nd! IWCC - CIWC Wip Web Series If you're interested in learning more about making a web series, visit our website to view the full archived video of the workshop at https://communitiescreate.ca

WHAT IS STORYTELLING? (PART 1 OF 2) Storytelling is an anchor for stability during times of uncertainty. Storytelling is a way for us to find solidarity and build connections with one another. Storytelling reveals patterns, solutions, and acceptance Take a look at these workshop cuts from the #CommunitiesCreate Creating a Web Series in Isolation led by Samantha Wan with the Independent Web Creators of Canada and the Independent Production Fund! ... IWCC - CIWC Wip Web Series If you're interested in learning more about making a web series, visit our website to view the full archived video of the workshop at https://communitiescreate.ca

TODAY AT 12PM EST! Get ready for the #CommunitiesCreate Sculpting with Recycled Cardboard workshop with Ross Creek Centre for the Arts and Roland Chun Shing Au! Ross Creek Centre for the Arts Theatre du Poulet

Are you an up and coming CONTENT CREATOR or FILM MAKER in need of some inspiration for your storytelling project? We got you! Here are some clips from the previous #CommunitiesCreate Digital Storytelling workshop led by Shiraz Janjua! NFB... ONF See more

HEY YOU! Yes, you, reading this. Did you get your ticket for the FREE #CommunitiesCreate Sculpting with Recycled Cardboard workshop on Monday at 12PM EST? If not, then get right to it, here is the link https://bit.ly/SculptureWorkshop Ross Creek Centre for the Arts... Theatre du Poulet See more

How are you feeling? Whether you’re happy, content, sad, confused or everything in between We see you, and we hear you. #CommunitiesCreate is a synonymous phrase for togetherness, a collective group hug, and a safe space to express your creativity! As humans, we have complex layers to our conscious and subconscious mind that affects our feelings, thoughts, behaviour and the decisions that we make. We are programmed to express ourselves even at times when we can’t expla...in how we feel. On behalf of #CommunitiesCreate, all of us are incredibly humbled and honoured to provide a platform for your voice to be heard. There are so many stories that have been submitted to us over the last few months and YOU made this possible because of your willingness to share and inspire other people to do the same. We hope that you will continue to create and share your stories

A BLAST TO THE PAST! If you've been with #CommunitiesCreate from the beginning, then you'll remember our fantastic ride with the Digital Storytelling workshop available in both French and English. For those who are new to the #CommunitiesCreate workshops, we're excited to share some of our participant's creations that will hopefully inspire you to get your creative hat on and explore storytelling! NFB ONF... Check out our website and browse the full archive of our past workshops and sign up for our next workshop! https:/communitiescreate.ca

We’re taking your mind for a spin with our KEY TAKEAWAYS from the Making a Simple Game in Unreal 4 workshop! We had a blast this week! Thank you for participating in the #CommunitiesCreate initiative, we hope to see you again next week! Visit our website to watch the previous workshops and sign up for next week's workshop at https://communitiescreate.ca

TODAY AT 12PM EST! Join us for a #BrownBagLive conversation with Jonathon R. Anderson on our IG LIVE! https://www.instagram.com/thestudiofcad/ Ryerson Design Fabrication Zone... ctl_ryerson FCAD - Faculty of Communication & Design - Ryerson University See more

LET'S GET CRAFTY! The #CommunitiesCreate Sculpting with Recycled Cardboard workshop is happening on August 31 at 12PM EST with Ross Creek Centre for the Arts! We will explore how you can up-cycle cardboard into an extraordinary sculpture! This workshop is made in collaboration with artscentre.ca and lead by Roland Chun Shing Au who will guide you through the process of the idea conception with some cool techniques to your final artwork. We can't wait to learn from him! This workshop is open to participants of all ages and skill levels! Tickets are FREE and available here https://bit.ly/SculptureWorkshop To learn more about Roland and his work, visit https://theatredupoulet.com

TODAY IS THE DAY! Get ready for the #CommunitiesCreateGames workshop at 12PM EST with Brent George and Agora Studio. You're in for a ride!

For tomorrow's #CommunitiesCreate workshop, you will need to download a pre-packaged game that Brent has prepared just for you, as well as, Unreal Engine 4 (it's FREE). Download the package here: http://bit.ly/packagedGame Download Unreal Engine 4: https://www.unrealengine.com/... Here's a quick tutorial to get you started from the main man himself, Brent George: https://youtu.be/fRdCA4vUpEI See you tomorrow!

Does FINE ART and TECHNOLOGY peak your interest? We have a treat for you! #BrownBagLive is back this week with a session happening on August 25 at 12PM EST with Jonathon R. Anderson! Jonathon is an Associate Professor of Interior Design and Director of the Creative Technology Lab at Ryerson FCAD. His work explores how industrial manufacturing and new technologies influence the design and making processes. Check out Jonathon’s website to learn more about his work www.jo...nathonanderson.com Join us for a conversation on your lunch break on IG LIVE next Tuesday! https://www.instagram.com/thestudiofcad/ @ryerson.dfz @ctlryerson @ryersonfcad

We've extended our application deadline to this Sunday, August 23 at 11:59 PM to give you all a bit more time to apply for the special one-time Recovery Cohort Incubator and Accelerator. Apply now at www.bit.ly/recovery-cohort!

GAME ON! It's all in the details, here is what you need to know about the Making a Simple Game in Unreal 4 workshop on Monday at 12PM EST with Brent George and Agora Studio! Tickets are FREE and available now on Eventbrite https://bit.ly/AgoraWorkshop #CommunitiesCreate

#CommunitiesCreate is writing song lyrics with JOY! (PART 1 OF 2) Put your blues hands up, here are some of the works of our participants from our 'Writing the Blues' workshop with @KatieDuTemple and @launchpadtoronto Visit our https://communitiescreate.ca to browse our collection of past workshops in the archive and sign up for next week’s workshop!

#CommunitiesCreate is writing song lyrics with JOY! (PART 2 OF 2) In need of some inspiration for your songwriting process? Put your blues hands up, here are some Writing the Blues workshop cuts for you to re-live the experience with @KatieDuTemple and @launchpadtoronto Visit our https://communitiescreate.ca to browse our collection of past workshops in the archive and sign up for next week’s workshop!

KEY TAKEAWAYS from the Documenting Elder Stories workshop! Our wonderful documentary filmmaking week with Dominique Keller, The NFB and Small Money Impact is coming to a close Thank you for participating in the #CommunitiesCreate Initiative! NFB... Good Pitch Vancouver We hope to see you again next week at the #CommunitiesCreateSculpture Sculpting with Recycled Cardboard workshop Visit https://communitiescreate.ca to watch our previous workshops and sign up for next week's workshop!

The recovery process in music will be driven by those who are creating economic, social, and artistic value in music, as mentioned by Cormac McGee of The Music Den. We are looking for people to understand the startup culture, who are coachable and flexible with their ideas, and interested in community and collaboration for the Recovery Cohort. Applications will be closing this week on Aug 21, so sign up now at www.bit.ly/recovery-cohort FCAD - Faculty of Communication & Desig...n - Ryerson University Transmedia Zone Ryerson Design Fabrication Zone Fashion Zone at Ryerson University See more

Have YOU ever wanted to create your own GAME? Don't sleep on it! Here’s a chance for you to explore that creative route we have a FREE online workshop called Making a Simple Game in Unreal 4, and it's all coming to you on August 24 at 12PM EST! This live workshop is open to participants of ALL SKILL LEVELS and it will cover the core aspects of how to build your own game that you'll be able to play and share when you're done. If this tickles your curiosity, then we ...would urge you to come and join us with our hosts, Brent George and Agora Studio! Things you'll need: 1. Your curiosity and imagination! 2. A free Epic Games account so you can download and use Unreal Engine 4 https://www.unrealengine.com Get your tickets for this exciting workshop and learn more about Brent George and Agora Studio https://bit.ly/AgoraWorkshop SEE YOU ALL THERE, FAIR AND SQUARE!

TODAY AT 12PM EST! You know what time it is...#BrownBagLive is happening today with Henry Navarro! Fashion Zone at Ryerson University Ryerson School of Fashion

Recovery in the design industry means the development of startups who can reimagine physical products, solutions who transcend digital and physical limitations, and solutions who leverage local manufacturing, all through the lens of ethical, sustainable, and inclusive creation. Hear Vishal from Ryerson Design Fabrication Zone speak to what kinds of design and fabrication companies we are looking for to join the Recovery Cohort. Applications close this week on Aug 21. Find o...ut full details about the program at www.bit.ly/recovery-cohort. FCAD - Faculty of Communication & Design - Ryerson University Fashion Zone at Ryerson University Transmedia Zone The Music Den