Group Exhibition | Play

August 7 - September 1, 2025
1384 Dufferin Street, Toronto | Upper Floor Gallery

The Bau-Xi Gallery | Dufferin group exhibition for the month of August, Play, assembles a contingent of artists exploring play in their respective practices.

Whether it be through the use of their medium, subject matter, or approach, these featured artists seek to entertain, enthrall and engage with the viewer. The notion of 'play' is generally understood as engaging in an specific activity for enjoyment. It can also be used in phrases such as: 'play a hunch', to indicate making an instinctive choice, 'play out', to develop in a particular way, or even 'make great play of' when one wishes to draw attention.

Artists engage in play constantly, looking for new inspiration, seeking to push their techniques and materials further, taking chances on approaches that may yield exciting successes. Regardless of intent, it is that lighthearted methodology which allows the resulting work to feel fresh and exciting. 

Each artist seeks to welcome play into their practice, tapping into the youthful vibrancy that inspired them to pursue their passion, and continues to do so each passing day.