multi-disciplinary art programming led by + for collective members
Mindful Makers is an arts + mental health collective in Thunder Bay that creates dedicated space for artists and makers* with extraordinary minds to:
make and exhibit work,
exchange and advance skills, and
expand our professional networks.
Through our creative public presentations and events, we nurture & develop a compassionate community engaged in grassroots social change work.
*artists and makers: we acknowledge that many creative folx do not identify as “artists,” but use the term “maker” to describe their creative practice (individuals working in fine craft, for instance).
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Since Fall of 2018,
we have grown to serve more than 50 member artists and have paid 28 arts facilitators to lead 61 workshops for 482 participants in our community!
Our peer-to-peer support model fosters social connection, creative inspiration and innovation, and skill-sharing among artists and makers.
To read more about us visit www.mindfulmakers.org/our-story
Do you know that Mindful Makers is part of Northern Lights Collaborative?
Early 2023 we heard the unfortunate news that the funding Northern Lights Collaborative were accessing was no longer available. This was just as we were about to enter the final implementation phase of a multi-year project. A project that would have funded the development of a shared evaluation platform, and more, across the province. Please read our letter to learn more about our situation and recommendations to better support the youth sector and collective impact work:
“I credit Mindful Makers Collective in exploding my creativity. I’m a wandering artist. Mindful Makers keeps me focussed on creating; there’s always something going on / opportunities for learning. I would have lost faith in myself for periods of time.”
— Christine Cherniski
Time sure does fly!
It's hard to believe we've been offering workshops since September 2018! Which has all been made possible thanks to Workman Arts Scaling Project, supportive member artists, and our partners.
Find out what protocols are in place when we gather in person.
Interested in membership?
We’re always looking for new members and opportunities to connect. Visit www.mindfulmakers.org/membership-info to find out more.
Please note: onboarding new members is currently paused during the Covid-19 pandemic (to limit the work for all involved). If you are 18+, live in Tbay/surrounding areas and self-identify as having lived experience, you're welcome to join us for our opportunities!