Burnt Toast Studio

Burnt Toast Studio fine arts studio collective Burnt Toast Studio, founded in 2000, is an independent artist collective hidden away in the Highland Park district of North Calgary.

The five original members, Alden Alfon, James Jensen, Edwin Herrenschmidt, Lee McKay, and Doug Jaap, first met in 1993 while studying printmaking at the Alberta College of Art & Design. The five artists studied printmaking together at the Alberta College of Art and Design from 1993 to 1996. Their cramped and dark assigned studio space, in the basement of the college, was known to all printmaking m

ajors as 'the Cage.' During those years strong friendship developed between the studio members, as well as an artistic camaraderie that created cross-influence and led to collaborative works. Many students and instructors who were at the college for this period may remember some people hoisting a loaded toaster 15 feet up the wall in the printmaking hallway, and letting the toast fly. This actually happened pretty often. You can guess who was responsible. Throughout the College years and for a few years afterwards, the Burnt Toast members produced a newsletter called Acid Bites and Solvent Fumes. This publication was a forum for rants, critiques and issues pertaining to the struggling printmaker. What makes Burnt Toast Studio special is the preservation and continuation of an atmosphere in which the members can be part of something larger than themselves. They create artworks together and apply for shows together. The members are at the centre of their own micro-movement, in which they explore screenprinting, etching, woodcut, mixed media and also papermaking, painting and sculpture.

Spring has sprung and it’s time to celebrate with a Neighbours Day Artist Market! Find the link in our bio toapply to be...
05/08/2026

Spring has sprung and it’s time to celebrate with a Neighbours Day Artist Market! Find the link in our bio to
apply to be considered as a vendor for our June 20th outdoor market. The Market will take place between
11 - 4 outside of our studio space in Greenview. Tables will not be provided, but we will have limited tents
available in case of bad weather! Applications will be considered by committee in case submissions
exceed capacity for the space. Applications will open May 7th and close on May 20th at 12 PM. Accepted
vendors will be contacted with further details by May 30th. Table fee is $25 for non-members and free for
Burnt Toast Studio Members. Please email [email protected] with any questions about the
market.

02/11/2026

Intro to silk screen printing will teach you the basics and essential skills required to screen print. You will learn about all the equipment, materials, techniques and processes to complete a limited edition print series. We will also share a brief history and examples of screen printing from our working studio artists to show what is possible and inspire you for future works.

This is a 3 day workshop taking place February 19th, 26th and March 5th from 6:30 - 9:30 at Burnt Toast Studios. Basic materials for the course will be provided. Paper depending on size will also be available.

After this course you will have all the skills required to navigate around Burnt Toast Studio and participate in drop-in classes for paper printing.

Classes require a minimum of 4 applicants to run and have a cap of 8 participants so register now! Link in bio.

We are currently seeking new board members!If you’re interested in joining our leadership team, head to the link in our ...
09/19/2025

We are currently seeking new board members!

If you’re interested in joining our leadership team, head to the link in our bio to learn more and connect with us. We’d love to hear from folks with experience in community building and engagement, events and programming, accounting, or admin and operations.

Becoming a board member is a meaningful way to get involved, support the local arts community, and contribute to the growth of our evolving artistic city. It’s a chance to make a difference while giving back.

We look forward to connecting with you!

Intro to silk screen printing will teach you the basics and essential skills required to screen print. You’ll learn abou...
08/15/2025

Intro to silk screen printing will teach you the basics and essential skills required to screen print. You’ll learn about all the equipment, materials, techniques and processes to complete a limited edition print series. Instructors also share a brief history and examples of screen printing from our working studio artists to show what is possible and inspire you for future works.

This is a 3 day workshop taking place September 11th, 18th and 25th from 6:30-9:30.

All materials for the course will be provided.

After this course you will have all the skills required to navigate around Burnt Toast Studio and participate in Toasty Club drop-ins launching in October. Classes require a minimum of 4 applicants to run and have a cap of 8 participants so register now! Link in bio.

Posters are available starting Sunday August 3rd at the  Tango 2 Echo Festival 11am-5pm. 2nd ST & 36TH Ave NE. Posters w...
08/11/2025

Posters are available starting Sunday August 3rd at the Tango 2 Echo Festival 11am-5pm. 2nd ST & 36TH Ave NE. Posters will later be for sale and online. Link in bio.


Tyler Lemermeyer is a Calgary-based illustrator and muralist who’s been creating bold, vibrant artwork for over ten years. His style bridges realism and abstraction, with a focus on storytelling and accessibility.

Oil leak enthusiast
I was inspired by posters with type on it. I Chose the phrase oil leak enthusiast and found that the bmws were notorious for leaks

08/11/2025
Posters are available starting Sunday August 3rd at the  Tango 2 Echo Festival 11am-5pm. 2nd ST & 36TH Ave NE. Posters w...
08/03/2025

Posters are available starting Sunday August 3rd at the Tango 2 Echo Festival 11am-5pm. 2nd ST & 36TH Ave NE. Posters will later be available and online. Link in bio.
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My name is Asher belzil, and i am a multidisciplinary artist and tattooer from mohkinstsis. I love drawing fun, cute, and colourful works and using my art as a means of self expression.

Desert Kitty Cruisin’
Growing up, my dad was a car and a cat nut, and every now and again we would go down south together. Whenever i think of vintage cars I think of him, so i drew two cats driving a 1963 Porsche 365B Coupé in the desert heat.

Posters are available starting Sunday August 3rd at the  Tango 2 Echo Festival 11am-5pm. 2nd ST & 36TH Ave NE. Posters w...
08/03/2025

Posters are available starting Sunday August 3rd at the Tango 2 Echo Festival 11am-5pm. 2nd ST & 36TH Ave NE. Posters will later be available and online. Link in bio.


Printmaker and illustrator based out of Calgary, Alberta (Moh’kinsstis Treaty 7 Territory).

67 Impala
This design is based off classic American muscle, which was further popularized by Dean and Sam Wi******er in the television show Supernatural.


Posters are available starting Sunday August 3rd at the  Tango 2 Echo Festival 11am-5pm. 2nd ST & 36TH Ave NE. Posters w...
08/03/2025

Posters are available starting Sunday August 3rd at the Tango 2 Echo Festival 11am-5pm. 2nd ST & 36TH Ave NE. Posters will later be available and online. Link in bio.


Leechuts is an independent illustrator and designer based in Calgary with a Bachelor of Design from AuArts. She draws from her traditional illustration discipline and graphic design knowledge in her art practice, playing with a juxtaposition of the two visual genres with a focus on themes regarding the human condition and the relationship with oneself & everything around us.

Honda City Turbo
I love vintage Japanese cars, and being a Honda Girl™ and lover of compact/kei cars specifically, I created this portrait of the Honda City Turbo - a completely impractical dream car of mine.

Posters are available starting Sunday August 3rd at the  Tango 2 Echo Festival 11am-5pm. 2nd ST & 36TH Ave NE. Posters w...
08/03/2025

Posters are available starting Sunday August 3rd at the Tango 2 Echo Festival 11am-5pm. 2nd ST & 36TH Ave NE. Posters will later be available and online. Link in bio.

Tobias Crichton
Just a designer who loves silkscreen.

‘67 Corvette Sting Ray
A classic style for a classic car!

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Bay 5, 215/36 Avenue N. E
Calgary, AB
T2E2L4

Opening Hours

1pm - 5pm

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