September 12, 2019
Fashion Design
Join us for a panel with designers Carolina Mangosing of Vinta Gallery and Jessica Sanchez of Santa Isla. We'll be discussing topics such as slow fashion. ethics, appropriation and more!
Closed
May 22, 2019
Ladies, Babies & Design
What's it like to be a working mom? What's it like juggling and balancing creative work, parenting and time for yourself? Are parents and children considered and involved in design processes?
Closed
April 17, 2019
Fees & Negotiation
Not sure how much to charge a client? Want a raise? Let's talk about how to negotiate better fees for yourself as a designer.
Closed
February 20, 2019
Creative Labels
Art Director? Illustrator? Do you want to specialize, or generalize, or are you unsure? Let's talk about the pros and cons of both directions, using your existing portfolio as a guide. Bring a link to your website or a printed version of your portfolio for the group to guide you.
Closed
December 13, 2018
Accessibility & Design
What makes design accessible? What's the difference between accessible, usable, and universal design? Are people with disabilities considered and involved in design processes?
Closed
November 22, 2018
Field Trip & Drinks
We'll be taking a field trip to the opening night of Swash & Serif 5 followed by some drinks at a local bar!
Closed
September 19, 2018
Creative Fuel
Bring three things that inspire you (real objects, websites, files, etc.) for a group discussion about what fuels your creativity!
Closed
August 22, 2018
Patio Night!
Don't let the last few weeks of summer pass you by!
Join us for a casual evening of networking and great conversation with some brilliant designers and creatives... all while supporting a local woman-owned bar (that just happens to have a great patio!)
Closed
July 18, 2018
Portfolio Review Night
Join us for an evening of great conversation with Toronto creatives at our Portfolio Review Night!
Bring your printed portfolio or link to your website for a group discussion about your work and how to shape your portfolio based on your goals. We'll also look at examples of portfolio websites that get results.
Closed
May 23, 2018
Screening: CODE: Debugging the Gender Gap
We are excited to screen Code: Debugging the Gender Gap which will be followed by a discussion with Yaa Otchere, Shilpa Sequeira, and Alice Petrova, some of Toronto's creatives in tech. We will cover topics such as gender gaps in creative sectors, experiences and challenges for women in tech, and more!
Closed
March 8, 2018
Creative Leadership
Join us as we hang out and celebrate International Women's Day! Details to come.
Closed
February 26, 2018
Imposter Syndome
Do you ever feel like a fraud? Do you worry about sharing your work? How can we overcome this? We'll chat about how to navigate these thoughts and feelings as a creative.
Closed
January 23, 2018
Strengthening Communities II
How we can strengthen our existing communities and forge new ones, online and offline? For this event, we have special guest speakers!
Closed
August 30, 2017
Personal Branding
How can we market ourselves? What are the ups and downs of personal branding?
Closed
July 7, 2017
Strengthening Communities I
How we can strengthen our existing communities and forge new ones, online and offline?
Closed
May 26, 2017
Work/Life Balance
You know. That thing we all want to have figured out. Maybe we can help each other with this one.
Closed
March 31, 2017
Safe Spaces
A discussion on safe space for Women and Women of Colour in the creative industry, LWD meet-ups, and in general.
Closed
January 27, 2017
Social Media for LWD
All things social media.
Closed
December 28, 2016
Pot Luck
Wine, food and design! How can you say no?
Closed
November 25, 2016
Work in Progress
Let's each bring in some work we'd like advice on and give each other some healthy, constructive criticism.
Closed
October 3, 2016
Work/Life Balance
You know. That thing we all want to have figured out. Maybe we can help each other with this one.
Closed
September 7, 2016
T.O. meets Washington DC
LWD Toronto meets with Sara visiting from Washington DC at Kinka Izakaya!
Closed
August 26, 2016
Fear and Failure
We've all failed at something, right? Shit happens. Let's embrace it and share our stories of fear and failure, discuss our coping methods, and how they've shaped who and where we are now.
Closed
July 15, 2016
Sorauren Park Picnic
Let's move our conversation to the park!
Closed
June 10, 2016
Meet and Greet
Let's get to know each other over some wine and have a discussion about design or anything your lovely little heart desires!
Closed