Are you an artist who’s new to Canada and interested in building your art portfolio? Join us at MOCA on Saturday, March 14 for a portfolio development workshop led by artist and instructor, Emily Joyce. This two and a half hour workshop will guide you through the process of selecting, presenting, and marketing your own portfolio. The speaker’s presentation will be followed by a collaborative work session where you are invited to ask questions and receive feedback about your portfolio. Light refreshments will be provided.
Registration is required for this workshop. You must be registered as an Access to Art member at MOCA.
About Access to Art
Launched in 2025, Access to Art is a free mentorship program at MOCA Toronto for newcomer artists!
This 12-month programme is for artists new to Canada, offering an opportunity to connect with Toronto’s contemporary art scene.
As a participant, you’ll:
- Take part in workshops, events, and networking activities to grow your skills and meet fellow artists.
- Become a MOCA Artist Member, gaining benefits like free museum entry, invites to openings and artist talks, and local discounts.
- Receive a small fee to cover costs like travel, childcare, and other expenses for workshops and events.
Log in to your Canoo account and search “Access to Art” to apply.
About the Facilitator
Emily Joyce is a Toronto-based painter, art restorer, and instructor whose work explores the intersections of history and contemporary art. Her practice reimagines traditional imagery through a modern lens, often blending fragments of historical artworks with contemporary visual storytelling.
She is drawn to fleeting moments that emerge naturally in daily life—dappled light spilling across a wall, a bowl of fruit glowing in the afternoon sun, or dew-filled flowers spotted on a morning walk. By weaving these everyday impressions together with historical references, her paintings create layered narratives that connect past and present.
Alongside her studio practice, Joyce is deeply committed to teaching and community engagement. She leads classes and workshops across Toronto, including at OCAD University, the Toronto School of Art, and in her own midtown studio. Her teaching emphasizes technical foundations while encouraging experimentation, helping students develop confidence, creativity, and their own artistic voice.
