Tag: news
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Malte Stein at TAIS studios!
Malte Stein at TAIS studios!
TAIS is delighted that 2021 Artist in Residence Malte Stein will finally be able to come to TAIS now that travel restrictions are lifted. Malte will be at TAIS studios from June 30th to August 7th! Image credit: Ding – a film by Malte Stein Malte Stein Malte Stein is an independent animation film maker and writer based…
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Studio Skills – Spring and Summer 2022
Studio Skills – Spring and Summer 2022
Welcome to TAIS Studio Skills Workshops! QUESTIONS? Contact: tais.studio@gmail.com TAIS is currently upgrading our Studio Skills Registration pages. Please go HERE to see the Workshops & Course offerings. TAIS Workshops are presented with the support of the Canada Council for the Arts, the Ontario Arts Council, and the Toronto Arts Council.
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CALL for Submissions – The 16th Annual TAIS Showcase
CALL for Submissions – The 16th Annual TAIS Showcase
ENTRIES will open May 5th on FilmFreeway for the 2022 TAIS Animation Showcase! The TAIS Animation Showcase celebrates the best independent animation shorts from Canada and around the world. Our Showcase is a snapshot of contemporary animation today, featuring a diverse range of possibilities in the animated image. The 16th Annual TAIS Showcase will take place…
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TAIS 2022-23 MicroResidency Artist
TAIS 2022-23 MicroResidency Artist
We are excited to announce the selected artist for the 2022-23 TAIS MicroResidency is Lukas Conway!! Selected artists are given a choice between 3 weeks at TAIS studios with equipment support, valued at $1500.00 and are paid $1000.00 to create a new short animated work, and conduct an artist talk discussing their project and processes.…
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Announcing 2022-23 Artists in Residence!
Announcing 2022-23 Artists in Residence!
Supporting research and production in animation! TAIS is delighted to announce three artists in residence for 2022-23 who will engage in self-directed work, towards the completion of a new short independent animated film or video. This residency comes with a combination of monetary funding and in-kind use of studio space, equipment and resources at TAIS Studios,…
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Studio Production Support Program
Studio Production Support Program
Applications open on May 14, 2022 | The next deadline is June 11th, 2022 BOOKING RATES for projects accepted for the program: Studio 1 $8 Day / $25 Week / $100 MonthStudio 2 $10 Day / $30 Week / $120 MonthStudio 3 $10 Day / $30 Week / $120 MonthStudio 4 $8 Day / $25 Week / $100 Month Studio…
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Donate Today!
Donate Today!
Since opening our first specialized animation production studio in 2002, the member artists of the Toronto Animated Image Society (TAIS) have made hundreds of artworks, films and videos in our studios. Over these 18 years, TAIS has also commissioned dozens of new animation art works, helped hundreds of aspiring animators learn new skills, and connected with audiences large…
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OCADU DPXA Student Placement: Estefani Tito
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
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
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…