Celebrating Decorative Arts & Design!         Célébrons les arts décoratifs et du design !


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Making decorative arts and design accessible to all people through education, events, community partnerships, and volunteer opportunities.

WHAT'S NEXT

Image credit: Nancy Clarke

DONATE TO OUR HOLIDAY CAMPAIGN!

  • Help the Canadian Society of Decorative Arts broaden awareness for decorative art and design in Canada, and promote Canadian artists and makers. The CSDA/CCAD contributes to the craft community by commissioning a new ornament each year. Start or add to your collection today!
  • We have beautiful hand formed, one-of-a-kind metal sculpture ornaments by Nancy Clarke and while supplies last, those making a donation of $75 or more will receive one in recognition of their support for artists and makers across Canada.  

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WHAT'S NEW

Tour of Bata Shoe Museuem

Art/Wear: Sneakers x Artists 

   

Join our Young Professionals and Creatives group on a guided tour at the Bata Shoe Museum's new exhibition Art/Wear: Sneakers x Artists on Saturday, December 7th. Full details here.


Image Credit: Darren Rigo


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Reimagining Purpose 

CSDA Sundays: Expert Series 

   

CSDA / CCAD Sundays: Expert Series presents Reimagining Purpose: Functional and Cultural Dimensions of Chinese Ceramics with Dr. Chih-En Chen on Sunday, January 12th. Full Details here.  

Image Credit: Ru ware bowl stand, Northern Song dynasty, China @ National Museum of Asian Art 

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A Year In The Life

2023 - 2024 Annual Report 


Take a closer look at the CSDA's activities from the past year and learn more about our strategic plans going forward. Our 2023 - 2024 Annual Report is now available. Read the full report here


Watson Skateboard Gramophone, Neil Nucifora, Image Courtesy of Baker Street Creations


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ORNAMENTUM: CSDA/CCAD's AWARD-WINNING MAGAZINE


Fall/Winter 2024
 

On newsstands across Canada until May 31  2025

Ornamentum is Canada’s preeminent publication dedicated to exploring and cultivating the aesthetics of the everyday. Written for a broad readership, this award-winning magazine highlights creative design and craftsmanship in both historical and contemporary work. Get your copy today!


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AT-A-GLANCE

ABOUT CSDA/CCAD

The Canadian Society of Decorative Arts/Cercle canadien des arts décoratifs is a national nonprofit that promotes decorative art and design in Canada, through guest lectures, special events, and publications. We're a diverse community, ranging from artists and makers, to experts and enthusiasts.

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BECOME A MEMBER

Take advantage of benefits including special member discounts, artist’s talks, opportunities for exposure through our newsletter and social media, and behind-the-scenes access to institutional and private collections that are not available to the general public. All are welcome!


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The Canadian Society of Decorative Arts/ Cercle canadien des arts décoratifs was formed, with the generous support
of the Macdonald Stewart Foundation, to provide a forum for all those interested in the decorative arts.
© 1981 - 2024 Canadian Society of Decorative Arts / Cercle canadien des arts décoratifs - (Reg. Charitable # 886343391RR0001)