TAIS is an artist run production centre where independent artists come to create, explore, research and develop skills in traditional and experimental animation techniques.
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OCADU DPXA Student Placement: Estefani Tito
TAIS is delighted to introduce OCADU DPXA Students who are working with TAIS staff to create animations for TAIS’ Social media & website. Welcome Estefani Tito! “Hello!! My name is Estefani Tito and I’m a Toronto-based 2D animator. I’m an OCAD U international student, born in Peru and raised in the Dominican Republic. Currently doing
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Call for 2022-23 Artist in Residence
Supporting research and production in animation! TAIS MANDATE Founded in 1984, the Toronto Animated Image Society (TAIS) is an organization dedicated to exploring and promoting the art of animation through production, screenings, workshops and exhibitions. As an artist-run production centre, TAIS provides affordable access to space and equipment; offering services to independent artists who make
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New HEPA Filters at the TAIS Studio
We now have two air purifying systems equipped w/ HEPA filters! In an effort to make our studio as safe as possible, we will have these air purifiers running whenever the space is occupied. We also require everyone working in the studios to be fully vaccinated. Our space is 1650 square feet, so social distancing
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The Animation Project
Online Premiere: December 8th, 2021 6pm North York Arts and the Toronto Animation Image Society (TAIS) have teamed up to present our second edition of The Animation Project! Our participants have been working hard during the course of several weeks of workshops facilitated by Cristal Buemi. Now they want to show their work! Join NYA,
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TAIS AGM – 2021 Annual General Meeting
TORONTO ANIMATED IMAGE SOCIETY (TAIS) 2021 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Please join us for the Annual General Meeting on November 26th at 7:00 pm. It will be fun!We are going to have some screenings, (and a little business including voting, our audit etc.) All TAIS Members are invited to attend the 2021 Annual General Meeting (AGM). When: November 26th 2021Where: ONLINE –
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The 15th Annual TAIS Animation Showcase
Bringing audiences the best in independent Canadian and International animated short films, and the results of the 2021 Anijam competition. The Toronto Animated Image Society (TAIS) is thrilled to present: The 15th Annual TAIS Animation Showcase! This year our programme is a 3 day event, with screenings in person at the Paradise Theatre in Toronto! October
Our membership is made up of a diverse community of people – students, animation fans, professional artists and curious minds who are both local and internationally based. By becoming a member you’re helping to make sure that Toronto is a place where animation art and artists can thrive.
