THE CREATIVE’S GUIDE TO DEPTH: A Showcase & Panel Discussion
🌍✨ ARCADIA EARTH GIVEAWAY ✨🌍
Register by September 4th (11:59PM), and you’ll automatically be entered into a raffle to win 2 tickets to Arcadia Earth; a mind-blowing immersive experience of art, sustainability, and technology. The winner will be announced live at the event on September 12th.
And if you missed our early-ticket holder raffle, we'll be hosting a second giveaway: to enter, you just need to share content from the event to Instagram (story, post, or reel) by Sunday, September 14th (11:59PM), and tag @torontofashionguild visibly. That's it! You'll automatically be entered into a second raffle for another 2 tickets to Arcadia Earth, doubling your chances to win. This winner will be announced within 48 hours of the contest deadline.
Experience holographic installations, gain insights on the cutting-edge of creative technology, and dive into an exclusive panel with leading speakers exploring how to bring depth and authenticity into your art—all while expanding your network with like-minded creators driven to push the envelope.
Step into an immersive evening crafted for filmmakers, fashion creatives, and artists at large, designed to refine your craft and to shed light on the latest in creative technology. At The Wellington, The Well’s exclusive event space, you’ll discover how authentic, purpose-driven projects can use art and technology to challenge norms, spark dialogue, and transform creativity into lasting impact and connection.
Highlights Include
A panel and screening showcase featuring leading creators, exploring how to integrate depth and authenticity across creative disciplines
Two exciting raffles for Arcadia Earth tickets, giving attendees multiple chances to win an unforgettable immersive art experience
Maziar Ghaderi’s holographic tunnel installation, also featured at TIFF’s 50th anniversary
Exclusive networking with Toronto's top creatives
A special surprise guest speaker from the fashion industry, bringing fresh perspective and exclusive insights you won’t want to miss
Secure your spot now and join a community committed to creating work that resonates, inspires, and leaves a lasting industry impact. Don’t miss your chance to move beyond surface-level creativity—register today.
*This is a limited-capacity event with a curated guest list. Payment is only processed if your registration is approved.
This Event is For:
Fashion Creatives (designers, photographers, models, MUAs, stylists, and others)
Filmmakers and Film Lovers
Visual Artists, Musicians, and Writers
Aspiring Artists and Art Enthusiasts
Creative Directors, Producers, and Curators
Immersive Creators and Experience Designers
Creative Technologists and Digital Artists
Founders, Innovators, and Disruptors
Meet the Visionaries Behind the Event
Toronto Fashion Guild (TFG)
The city’s only curated community for fashion creatives, TFG connects local designers, photographers, models, and other creative industry talent meaningfully. Through high-efficiency networking, educational programming, and exclusive fashion socials, TFG empowers Toronto creatives to elevate their craft, gain new skills, and contribute to a collaborative, globally-minded fashion scene. Follow @torontofashionguild and @elenorren on Instagram to stay inspired.
SPEAKER: Maziar Ghaderi – Cross-Disciplinary Immersive Artist
Maziar creates transformative works at the intersection of art, technology, and performance that speak to the zeitgeist of our urban life. His projects—spanning holographic installations, wearable tech, and interactive theatre—have been featured at the MIT Media Lab, Nuit Blanche, and Luminato Festival. Notable works include Garden Light, Soul Compass, and the satirical commentary on tokenization, Mascot. Explore his work on Instagram at @maziart.
SPEAKER: Patricia Marcoccia – Award-Winning Filmmaker
Patricia examines the power of storytelling in documentary and immersive media. Her presentation features an exclusive screening of Nonna’s Seeds and insights from To The Stars, a full-body immersive escape room experience that centres collaboration and sociability. She will also reflect on her #1 iTunes feature, The Rise of Jordan Peterson, exploring how to navigate controversial topics with nuance primed for empathy and dialogue. Follow her on Instagram at @patriciaproduces.
SPEAKER: Ara Coutts – Photographer & Director
Ara captures the ephemeral essence of life, using photography as a language beyond words to convey atmosphere, mood, and spirit. Her work, including her fashion film Beautiful Birds, and photo series The Bee Keeper's Daughter, transforms personal and universal stories into evocative visual narratives, exploring honesty, nostalgia, and the bittersweet moments of human experience. Through slightly imperfect, dreamlike imagery, Ara invites viewers to reflect, feel, and connect with the emotional depth of her subjects. Experience her creative world at @aracoutts.
Sage Consulting Co., founded by Mell Truong
Mell Truong is dedicated to building meaningful communities and curating experiences that bring people together. For almost two decades, Mell has focused on meaningful partnerships, community building, and event production, creating gatherings that connect leaders across different ecosystems. Also the Co-Founder of Toronto Tech Week, she focuses on fostering collaboration, designing thoughtful events, and shaping ecosystems where creativity and innovation can thrive.
Dress Code: A Palette of Depth
Embody the theme of depth in rich, monochromatic jewel tones—think deep emeralds, sapphires, rubies, amethysts, and beyond. Flowing, tailored, or artfully layered silhouettes, paired with timeless shapes and textures, will set the tone for an elegant and unforgettable evening.
About the House Patron Ticket
House Patron Ticket holders enjoy VIP seating and are automatically entered into an exclusive raffle for a second set of 2 Arcadia Earth tickets, giving you another chance to experience this incredible immersive journey. As a token of our appreciation, you’ll also receive an exclusive gift. Step into the heart of this creative movement and support Toronto’s immersive arts and fashion scene. Every dollar from your ticket goes toward event production, original creative content, and nurturing a vibrant, connected community of artists and creatives.
Please Note
Be sure to arrive before 6:45pm, as doors will be closing at this time. We cannot guarantee entry once the panel begins.
Photos and videos will be taken throughout the event. By attending, you consent to the potential of being included in promotional content.