Hi Reader,

🌸 Spring has officially arrived (if you're in Toronto, let's pretend that yesterday's snow never happened) — and with it comes some exciting updates, fresh opportunities, and creative momentum I can’t wait to share. From being a finalist for a new mural to showcasing my work at Bar Bacan in Roncesvalles, April is all about motion, colour, and connection 😊.

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Latest News 🗞️

🌺 My Work Is Showing at Bar Bacan! I’m excited to share that a selection of my paintings will be displayed at Bar Bacan.
🗓️ Come by for the opening on Sunday, April 28, at noon!

🗳️ I’m a finalist for a mural project, and I need your vote!​
Public voting is open until April 20 and takes less than a minute:
👉🏽 Click here to vote (I am the third option)

📖 Art on Barton is becoming a book! Did you catch the immersive Art on Barton project last summer? If you missed it, or want to relive the magic, there’s now a book in the works! Once 250 people sign up, pre-orders will open.👉🏽 Join the list here​

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Featured Artist of this Newsletter

☺️ This month, meet Diana Rosa, a Cuban-Canadian painter whose work speaks through surreal storytelling, vibrant colours, and deeply personal symbolism. I love how her art explores identity, memory, and belonging.

Diana Rosa "I explore questions of identity, love and society" Follow her on Instagram

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Andrea's Words of Wisdom

🫶🏽 Stop rushing clarity. Some answers only come when you're not chasing them. Let yourself create, not control.

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On the blog

This month, I’m sharing my reflections on The Story of Art Without Men by Katy Hessel, a groundbreaking book that shines a long-overdue spotlight on women artists across centuries. This read is a powerful and necessary reframing.

🎨 The Story of Art Without Men — Why Every Creative Should Read This Book ​ Read the blog post

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Cool Things 🎉

🌴 Art Battle at The Great Hall on April 22. Fast-paced live painting and great energy. Here​

✂️ April 24, Art Night: Papercutting Workshop. Learn to illustrate with paper with Mexican artist Mariana at Arts Etobicoke. Don’t miss it! Get your Tickets​

🎨The Artist Project is fast approaching! Check out an incredible lineup of artists, and get your tickets.

🖼️ Free MoCA Admission: Friday, May 2, 5–9 p.m. Mark your calendar for an art-filled evening at the Museum of Contemporary Art. Check it out!​

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🌺 Thanks for catching up with me! Your support means the world, whether it's a vote, a read, or a reply.🫶🏽

Until next time, stay bold and colourful!

💛 Andrea

Let’s stay connected! Follow me on Instagram @AndreaCataRo for daily updates, behind-the-scenes peeks, and more. Andrea's Work →

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"Art is not made to decorate, it is a form of resistance."

— Doris Salcedo

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AndreaCataRo is a mural artist and creative designer based in Toronto.

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