November 27 - 30th, 2024
Essentia
Latin for "Essence," focusing on the core of conscious connections.
Step into my world for Essentia—a four-day immersive experience I’ve crafted to explore the essence of conscious connection. Hosted within the intimate setting of my home, Essentia is a celebration of art, community, and mindful living, marking the launch of my latest series, Consciousness. Each day offers a unique theme designed to engage your senses and invite meaningful interactions. With limited availability for each event, this journey is meant to be personal, memorable, and deeply resonant. Join me in discovering the art of conscious connection.
Day 1 / Wednesday
Synaesthesia
An Immersive Sensory Awakening
Begin your journey with a sensory experience like no other. The evening opens with a calming sound bath led by Louise Upperton, guiding you to reconnect with yourself. Find softness, stillness, and a beautiful balance within as you open up to this unique experience. Let this light within connect you to the art you’ll love to live with.
Following the sound bath, join me in an interactive exploration of ceramics, textiles, and curated sensory installations that spark sight, touch, sound, and scent. Synaesthesia celebrates art’s ability to resonate deeply and invites you into the essence of conscious living.
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Synaesthesia Sound Bath Facilitator:
Louise Upperton is a certified yoga instructor, somatic movement and sound therapy practitioner based in Toronto. Louise continues to pursue her path of greater purpose through human connections and acts of service. Her vision is to find more ways to support others and bring the restorative power of sound frequency and vibration to a diverse audience, encouraging folks to slow down, tune in, and be mindful as they embark on their personal well being journey.
When: November 27th 6 pm & November 27th 8 pm
Where: 35 Grant Street, Toronto
Admission: $50 per ticket
DAY 2 / Thursday
Art Salon
Integrating Art into Design for Conscious Living
Step into an evening where art, design, and inspiration converge. Join me for the exclusive unveiling of my new Consciousness series and an engaging Art Salon, crafted to spark fresh ideas and thoughtful conversations. The evening’s highlight: a dynamic panel led by Nuria Manrenas from Tacit Collective, featuring renowned voices in design and architecture. Together, we’ll explore the when and how of weaving art into the heart of home and design—sharing unique perspectives on creating mindful, impactful spaces.
As you mingle, explore one-of-a-kind pieces from emerging local artists and curated offerings from my holiday market vendors—a perfect setting for design lovers and industry insiders to connect, reflect, and create.
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Guest Experts: Nuria Manrenas - Founder / Art advisor of Tacit Collective, Parris McKenna - Founder of Parris McKenna Design, Nicky Bruun-Meyer - Founder of Plural Projects Architect, Anna Church - Artist, Shirley Meisels - Founder of the Mhouse Inc.
Participating Artists:
Christine Flynn
Murray Duncan
Pia Metni
Rebel Studio
Anji Woodley
Johanna Reynolds
Tahsin The Good
When: November 28th 7 pm – 9 pm
Where: 35 Grant Street, Toronto
Admission: Free
Day 3 / Friday
Are We a Match?
Join us for an artisanal dining journey with Chef Jun Trinh, enhanced by guided wine pairings from Pearl Morissette Vineyard. Their low-intervention philosophy embraces sustainable practices and a timeless approach, rooted in observing and responding to the environment with integrity.
Immerse yourself in an evening designed to foster conscious connections through a curated dining experience. Here, meaningful matches come to life—food to wine, art to people, and person to person. Each pairing invites you to explore deeper levels of consciousness, making this night a celebration of culinary artistry, intentional living, and thoughtful connections. Couples, singles, friends of friends—everyone is welcome!
Kindly note: if you have questions about the menu or dietary preferences please contact me via the form below.
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Experience a night of discovery, dialogue, and delight as food, wine, and art seamlessly blend into an unforgettable celebration of connection.
When: November 29th 7 pm - 10 pm
Where: 35 Grant Street
Menu: View menu here
Admission: $200. Limited to just 20 guests—secure your spot now!
Day 4 / Saturday
Hyphae
An Elevated Holiday Market Experience
Step into Hyphae, an elevated holiday market set in the cozy elegance of my home. Discover curated art, décor, and lifestyle pieces crafted by local artisans and brands dedicated to conscious living. Connect with creators, explore inspiring trends, and find one-of-a-kind gifts to make this holiday season truly meaningful.
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The life cycle of a mushroom is the inspiration behind the Art Salon & Hyphae Holiday Market collective experience. When a mushroom releases billions of spores, they spread far and wide, eventually taking root in new environments. These spores germinate into delicate filaments called hyphae, which, when joined together, form an interconnected web known as mycelium. This network, branching in every direction, becomes the lifeline of its ecosystem, distributing nutrients and fostering growth.
Just as mycelium nourishes its surroundings, our community of artists and vendors represents the fruiting bodies that emerge when conditions are right. Each one brings something unique to enrich and sustain our shared world, blossoming from the support and energy of this collective. Here, buyers and creators alike contribute to the flourishing of this vibrant environment / marketplace—a space where mutual nourishment leads to a thriving, sustainable community and ecosystem.
Event Details
Participating vendors:
Coolican & Company
Dreams Jumper
Numide
Zar Bar
Luxton
Hacienda Home
Pepper B.
When: November 30th 10 am – 4 pm
Where: 35 Grant Street, Toronto
Admission: free, RSVP required
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