Why Artbarn?

The vision for Artbarn School is to utilize neighbourhood environments to provide inspiration for the study of art. Our goal is to educate all ages to be more sensitive to the beauty of the natural and built environment. Drawing inspiration from the world around them, past and present, students embrace the study of architecture, design and sculpture as well as the more traditional pursuits of drawing and painting. The art history of many cultures underlies and drives all our programmes. Our objective is to become a recognized educational institution with the ability to offer accredited courses.

Faculty and Guest Artists


Linda McMaster, Executive Director, Artbarn School


Linda McMaster, (B.F.A, B.Ed.), Executive Director
Linda began her career as a graphic designer. Active in the local community,
Linda McMaster was instrumental in the establishment of Studio 202 at
Allenby Public School and founding director of the Spadina Studio at the
Spadina Museum with Elizabeth Greisman. She is also an experienced
art educator having taught art at Fieldstone Day School to students
from Kindergarten to Grade 12 for the past 6 years.

Board of Directors

Mary Thelander
Frith Bail
Victor Willis
Julie Hill

Member Artists