UNIT 115 Exhibition Space
Currently on display :
Out of Frame
Kingston Hidden Artist Collective
10 September – 4 October 2024
Kingston Arts Council (KAC) is excited to present Out of Frame, an exhibition by the Kingston Hidden Artist Collective (KHAC).
Out of Frame presents a collection of works by artists who live on the outskirts of society, often unseen, unheard, and “out of frame”. This exhibition shines a light on the creativity and resilience of artists who navigate challenges including houselessness, mental health, and addiction crises. Out of Frame brings into focus and celebrates the unique artistic styles, voices, and presence of KHAC artists, offering a varied collection of beautiful and intriguing artworks in a variety of media. From whimsical paintings to thoughtful sketches, the exhibition invites viewers to connect with the artistic practices of creatives in our community who are often overlooked, and whose practices exist and are cultivated outside of conventional artistic spaces.
Kingston Hidden Artist Collective (KHAC) aims to empower artists in disadvantaged situations by providing an easier path to sustainable, self-generated income. By selling prints, original works, and other merchandise, hidden artists can build a brand for themselves and improve their economic standing. KHAC provides assistance to hidden artists in the form of marketing, logistics, and product production/delivery.
www.KHAC.ca | Instagram: @KHAC__
About UNIT 115
UNIT 115 is a small exhibition space in the foyer of the Kingston Arts Council office, located on the first floor of the Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning.
Since the reopening of the KAC office to the public in March 2023, UNIT 115 has acted as an exploratory exhibition space; it is presently being utilized by the KAC for partnerships, collaborations, and community-engaged projects. If you are interested in accessing the UNIT 115 space for a community-engaged project, or for a project with a local arts or community organization, please contact us at grants@artskingston.ca
Individual artists who are interested in the space but do not meet the above criteria are encouraged to express their interest via email so that we may place you on a contact list to be notified when our individual exhibition program is relaunched.
2023-2024 EXHIBITIONS:
We Stand With You & Pride Quilt Initiative
Limestone District School Board x Kingston Arts Council x Kingston School of Art
June-July 2024
Thrift for Art's Sake
Modern Fuel Artist-Run Centre
February-May 2024
IN BETWiN: Stories of Immigrants
Sergio Jaua
December 2023-January 2024
Tett Tree of Life
Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning
November 2023
Ceramics Reconsidered
Kingston Potters' Guild
October 2023
Community Feedback Activity
KAC
UNIT 115 was activated to engage visitors in visual and written dialogue
regarding community needs, the KAC, and the arts in Katarokwi/Kingston
September 2023
Pride Quilt Initiative
Kingston School of Art x Limestone District School Board
August 2023
gather/stretch
KAC x Sasha Jimenez French
July 2023
Creativity Studios Exhibit
Natalie Bohnen-Twiddy, Michelle Reid, Adele Webster, Sasha Jimenez French, Alice Melo, Bethany Garner
June 2023
75th Anniversary Exhibition
Kingston Handloom Weavers and Spinners
Joint exhibition in UNIT 115 + Tett Gallery
May 2023